46 people waiting for a bed in the north west
Sligo University Hospital is among the worst hit today when it comes to those waiting for a bed for the 2nd day in a row. There are 24 waiting on trolleys or chairs with a further 22 waiting in Letterkenny University Hospital, according to the Irish nurses and Midwives Organisation.…
Concern that hospital Covid-19 numbers not dropping fast enough nationally
The number of people with Covid-19 in hospitals continues to drop, however, there is concern the rate needs to be quicker nationally. Numbers are low in the north west with latest figures showing 1 person is receiving treatment in Sligo University Hospital and 4 in Letterkenny University Hospital. As of…
Cosgrove calls for action plan to tackle waiting lists
There has been a 13% increase in waiting lists for treatment at Sligo University Hospital since January last year. Sligo Labour Party activist Nessa Cosgrove says the numbers waiting for both outpatient and inpatient treatments increased from more than 20,000 to almost 23,000 between January 2020 and February 2021. …
Fears growing that the number of medical interns in Sligo University Hospital will be reduced
There is widespread anxiety that the HSE will reduce the number of medical interns at Sligo University Hospital from 17 to 13. Speculation has intensified locally over the last number of days in relation to the reduction in numbers. Independent Sligo/Leitrim Deputy, Marian Harkin, says it ‘defies logic’ that…
Man being treated for critical injuries following Donegal collision
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision which took place between a van and a car that at Ballymagroarty, Ballintra on the N15, at approximately 8am this morning. A man in his 30s, the driver of the car, has been taken to Sligo University…
Additional resources for Sligo University Hospital in fight against Covid-19
Two additional ICU nurses have been allocated to Sligo University Hospital. The measures have been taken to assist the treatment of Covid-19 patients at the North West hospital which has witnessed an increase in Covid-19 admissions in recent times. Four additional ICU beds will also be introduced…
Sligo University Hospital reducing face to face appointments
Sligo University Hospital are reducing the number of face to face outpatient appointments. A number of virtual clinics will take place with patients receiving a letter if they are booked in for one. While a small number of in hospital appointments will take lace with patients being advised by letter.…