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UHG first to introduce revolutionary nerve blocking probe

University Hospital Galway has become the first centre in Ireland to introduce a nerve blocking probe which uses liquid nitrogen to freeze nerves and...

GUH to hold public meeting on stoma care

The Stoma Care Unit at Galway University Hospitals is holding a free public information meeting in June for anyone who has had or is...

Incredible nursing mentors celebrated on International Day of the Nurse

Galway University Hospitals (GUH) celebrated International Day of the Nurse yesterday, recognising the contribution of nursing mentors in supporting new colleagues. Over 250 overseas nurses...

Works begin at Merlin Park Hospital’s new outpatients department

Galway University Hospitals has said that construction of the new outpatients department at Merlin Park Hospital is now underway, with the first phase of...

Symptoms of depression linked to increased stroke risk

Researchers at University of Galway have found that people with symptoms of depression were more likely to suffer an acute stroke and have a...

Interfaith memorial service to support families experiencing grief

An interfaith memorial service will be held to support families experiencing grief on Thursday, 2 March at 7pm in the Ardilaun House Hotel in...

GUH performs first ‘incisionless’ surgery for oesophagus blockages

Galway University Hospitals (GUH) has become the first hospital in Ireland to introduce an 'incisionless' minimally invasive surgery to help correct blockages of the...

Health Care Assistants at UHG not being used to their full potential SIPTU claims

Health Care Assistants are not being utilised to their full potential at the temporary emergency department at University Hospital Galway, SIPTU has said. The union...

Disruption expected as UHG Emergency Department moves to new location

The Emergency Department at UHG is moving to its new temporary location this weekend. On Saturday and Sunday staff will be relocating to an Emergency...

Using x-ray tech to treat fragile bone condition

Researchers at NUI Galway have developed a new way of using x-ray technology in the treatment of people with osteoporosis, a fragile bone condition. A...

Pride 2022: Month of educational talks planned for GUH staff

Pride month at Galway University Hospitals will get underway this Frday with an information stand in the main foyer of UHG from 1pm until...

Croí and NUIG to present inspirational garden during Bloom in the Park

Heart and stroke charity Croí and NUI Galway will present an inspirational cardiovascular-themed garden to educate people about heart health this summer. The #CroiGarden will...

GUH introduces day care procedure to reduce blood pressure

Galway University Hospitals (GUH) has become the first hospital in Ireland to introduce a new day case procedure to reduce blood pressure in patients. This...

Longer visiting hours allowed at UHG and Merlin Park Hospital

Visiting hours have been extended at Galway University Hospitals following a review of the current restrictions. From today, people can visit those in hospital at...

Hospital staff call for reintroduction of mask wearing

Healthcare workers bodies are calling for the government to reintroduce indoor mask wearing and working from home, as hospitals are put under extreme pressure...

Hospital exhibition highlights staff experience of pandemic

A special exhibition is hanging at Galway University Hospitals to remember and commemorate the difficult experience of the pandemic for frontline staff. Staff at UHG...

Visiting restrictions tighten at UHG and Merlin Park due to outbreaks

Tighter visiting restrictions are being brought in at Galway University Hospitals from today due to increasing numbers of COVID-19 and Influenza outbreaks. University Hospital Galway...

Portiuncula Hospital doctor gives top health tips ahead of World Kidney Day

A Consultant General Physician and Nephrologist at Portiuncula University Hospital has shared important health advice ahead of World Kidney Day which takes place tomorrow. World...

Minister opens cutting edge medical training facility at NUIG

The Minister for Health has officially opened a state-of-the-art medical training facility at NUIG Galway this week. The Clinical Simulation and Interprofessional Education Facility was...

Surgeries postponed, visiting restricted at UHG due to COVID outbreak at hospital

Visiting at Galway University Hospitals will be limited to compassionate grounds from New Year's Day due to a COVID outbreak at UHG. The outbreak at...

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