Cllr Cormac Flynn says the ambulance base only just one crew at any given time.

Nationally, 593 patients were waiting for a bed in hospital this morning.

The Arus Carolan Community Nursing Unit in Mohill is run by the HSE and cares for over 30 residents.

The Irish College of GPs published research last week showing only two counties have adequate GP cover.

The national figures show 5,428 deaths in Emergency Departments nationwide in the past five years.

Bryonny Sainsbury passed away in August 2021, days after she was injured by her horse in Longford.

In addition, the Fianna Fáil councillor has noted the need for longer service hours at the existing facilities.

From the beginning of last month, pharmacists can extend prescriptions up to a maximum of 12 months for patients.