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New prescription rules welcomed by local pharmacist
From the beginning of last month, pharmacists can extend prescriptions up to a maximum of 12 months for patients.
Apr 17, 2024 18:12
Hopes GP shortage may end as record numbers apply to train as family doctors
There are currently 2 thousand fewer GP's than the country needs.
Nov 9, 2023 08:40
IMO deal will help doctors mitigate effects of GP care extension plan
Dr. Daly believes the IMO have done their best to mitigate the effect of this government policy on GP surgeries.
Jul 5, 2023 14:10
No capacity for health service to extend free GP care says local Doctor
Under new proposals, all children aged 6 and 7 and households who earn up to a certain amount, will qualify for free GP visits.
Jul 4, 2023 13:52
HSE launch Spring Covid Booster plan for elderly and those with immune issues
Those who are immune-compromised will also be offered the jab.
Apr 28, 2023 08:44
Midlands GPs urged to agree on new Midoc provider
The service ceased on the 31st of January this year.
Apr 20, 2023 17:24
HSE can't confirm if patients died because of hospital overcrowding
In the past two weeks the national ambulance service has received record call outs.
Jan 17, 2023 14:27
Longford's MIDOC service to continue as normal under new name
The HSE said they are in the process of seeking an alternative provider.
Dec 30, 2022 08:44
2023 shows little hope of GP shortage being resolved- Local Doctor
Longford GP Paul Trueick has warned that population growth means there are simply not enough doctors to go around.
Dec 22, 2022 17:59
Leitrim native appointed ICGP President
Dr. Paul Armstrong is a native of Carrick-on-Shannon
Jun 24, 2022 14:28Shannonside Newsletter
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