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Ongoing improvements in cancer services in south east highlighted

“I would like to thank our patients and their families for their resilience and for their trust in us - it’s through our collaborative efforts that we make real impact in the fight against cancer,” according to Mr John Keane, Consultant Urologist and Chairperson/Cancer Governance Lead at University Hospital Waterford (UHW), speaking at the launch of the 2023 - 2024 Annual Report for UHW - South East Cancer Services.

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Together at the Castle mental health and wellbeing event returns

“Cork County Council is proud to support this important event which highlights the diverse range of wellbeing supports that are available and promotes positive mental health,” according Mary Linehan Foley, Mayor of the County of Cork, speaking about the return of the hugely successful ‘Together at the Castle’ event being held at Mallow Castle on Sunday September 7th between 1pm and 5pm.

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University Hospital Galway achieves global first with revolutionary device

“This procedure has been massively life changing for me,” according to Kelly Coughlin, the first recipient of a revolutionary new catheter device at University Hospital Galway, in recent weeks.

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New Donegal community continence service to transform bladder health

“This service is about more than just managing symptoms - it’s about restoring dignity, independence, and quality of life to people living with bladder issues,” according to Teresa Mulhern, Candidate Advanced Nurse Practitioner, commenting on the new community-based urological service in Donegal.

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Take time to ensure older people are heard, advises HSE safeguarding teams

HSE South West recently launched a series of videos to reflect on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and also to focus on the theme of this year’s safeguarding awareness campaign - ‘Loneliness - Connection is Protection’. Most older people live independent and active lives; however, loneliness and social isolation leaves older people vulnerable to abuse and risk of exploitation.

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Sligo residents and families enjoy Wise Roots Age Friendly Festival

There was fun indoors and outdoors in recent weeks at St John’s Community Hospital Sligo, as the second Wise Roots Age Friendly Festival took place.

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