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Critical shortage of radiation therapists must be addressed urgently – Burke
While progress has been made in the expansion of healthcare education in Cork, action must be taken to address to increase the number of radiation therapists in Ireland, a Fine Gael TD said.
Critical shortfall of radiation therapists must be addressed – Burke
The critical shortage of radiation therapists across the country must be addressed before more people retire, a Fine Gael TD has said.
New state agency needed to deal with missing persons – Burke
Fine Gael TD Colm Burke has called for the establishment of a new state agency to deal with missing persons.
Over 1 million prescriptions for codeine issued through public drug schemes – Burke
The number of prescriptions issued for codeine containing medicines has jumped by more than 22% since 2012 to over 1 million prescriptions issued last year, according to a Fine Gael TD.
Clarity needed on timeframe for rollout of new model of endometriosis care – Burke
Clarity needed on timeframe for rollout of new model of endometriosis care – Burke
No in-patient public hospital charges from today – Burke
From today, people accessing care as a public patient in a public hospital will not be required to pay any charges, a Fine Gael TD has said.
Further support needed for young carers in Ireland – Burke
Additional support is required for young carers in Ireland, an area which can be underreported and overlooked, according to Fine Gael’s health spokesperson.
Central Bank should insist on a fairer deal for savers – Burke
The Central Bank should ensure that Irish banks pass on savings as a result of higher interests to their consumers, according to a Fine Gael TD.
Neurorehabilitation Teams required in all 9 HSE regions – Colm Burke TD
Neurorehabilitation Teams are required in every area of the country to provide the necessary care and support to those with neurological conditions according to Fine Gael’s Health Spokesperson, Colm Burke TD.
Nursing Homes Ireland survey shows HSE must work with nursing homes to improve discharge rates – Burke
Questions need to be answered by the HSE management as to why there was not in place a rapid discharge strategy for each of the HSE hospitals across the country, according a to Fine Gael TD.