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Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, discusses data published today by The Irish Cancer Society, showing that one female patient waited 169 days to be seen for her first referral to a rapid access clinic for urgent symptomatic breast disease.
This episode recorded live at the Becker's 3rd Annual Spring Payer Issues Roundtable features Illan Shapiro Strygler, Chief Health Correspondent and Medical Affairs Officer and Senior Vice President, AltaMed Health Services. Dr. Shapiro shares how AltaMed leverages data, cultural understanding, and community connection to improve care quality, reduce costs, and advance health equity.
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, reports on the Dáil's Public Accounts Committee hearing with Children's Health Ireland.
Reporter, Julitte Gash on the head of the HSE, Bernard Gloster's statement that he wants to see an end to public hospitals using what's known as insource waiting list funding. Health Correspondent, Fergal Bowers, joins Rachael on the same subject.
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, explains what changes to the medical guidelines on fitness to drive means for people with a variety of conditions.
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, previews what the Oireachtas Committee on Health will hear from Children's Health Ireland later this morning.
Juliet Gash reports from the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health today, some committee members expressed zero confidence in the CHI Board and Management and described events as scandalous. Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, joins Cian in studio to discuss.
Juliette Gash highlights key moments from the Dáil Health Committee hearing with HIQA in relation to issues raised about two nursing homes. following the recent RTÉ Investigates documentary. Health Correspondent, Fergal Bowers presents the latest update from the Dáil hearing.
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, outlines the details behind the suspension of NTPF funding for Beaumont Hospital in mid-April.
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, on the latest on the Children's Health Ireland saga, as the NTPF State body suspends funding for private services.
Health Correspondent, Fergal Bowers, reports on Children's Health Ireland's statement responding to claims by the Sunday Times last weekend which stated a consultant moved a patient from a public list to a private list.
Health Correspondent, Fergal Bowers reports on a controversy over an internal Children's Health Ireland report into an unnamed consultant. Sinn Féin Spokesperson on Health, David Cullinane TD, discusses whether or not this CHI report should be published.
On The Tonight Show with Kieran CuddihyAnother wave of resignations from the Children's Health Ireland board comes as pressure mounts over ongoing issues in children's hospitals.Meanwhile, the Housing Committee was told government targets will be missed for the next two years. And following a state apology to Shane O'Farrell's family, bail laws are now set to be reviewed.
60% of operations were unnecessary at one hospital, 79% were unnecessary procedures at another. those were two of the most damning statistics outlined by a joint clinical audit of hip surgeries at both the Children's Hospital Ireland and Cappagh Hospital. Joining Anton with the latest on the story was Niamh Griffin, Health Correspondent with the Irish Examiner
Health Correspondent, Fergal Bowers reports on the main findings of the independent clinical audit into dysplasia of the hips (DDH) surgery in children at a number of hospitals.
At least 1,800 children who had hip dysplasia surgery are to be medically reviewed following an audit which found surgeons in Cappagh & Temple Street hospitals were carrying out a high number of unnecessary operations…Marie Sherlock, Labour Party TD and Spokesperson on Health, Shauna Bowers, Health Correspondent with The Irish Times and later Elaine Flanagan, Mother of Harlow and David Cullinane Sinn Féin Spokesperson for Health all join Kieran to discuss.
The audit report on hip surgeries on children is expected to be ready by the end of next week. It examines whether the criteria used for surgical intervention varied between the three hospitals where hip operations were carried out on children. Niamh Griffin, Health Correspondent with the Irish Examiner, explains.
Health Correspondent, Fergal Bowers reports on an independent review of hip operations. And Sinn Féin's Health Spokesperson, David Cullinane, joins Rachael to discuss the review.
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A baby girl has made history as the first child in the UK to be born from a womb transplant. Amy Isabel Davidson was delivered at the end of February after her mum, Grace, received the womb from her older sister, Amy, in 2023. The pioneering transplant procedure follows decades of work by surgeons Professor Richard Smith and Isabel Quiroga.Daniel Keane, Health Correspondent for the Standard joins us to offer an insight into this medical breakthrough and who might be able to benefit from this procedure in the future.Plus, the Duke of Sussex arrived at the Royal Courts of Justice in London this morning, to appeal the previous decision to downgrade his security arrangements in the UK. The Standard's Court Correspondent, Tristan Kirk, is on hand to explain Prince Harry's case and how it might affect his future visits with his family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
HIQA has published a 200-page review into the use of unapproved implantable springs in spinal surgery at Temple Street Children's University Hospital in Dublin. Niamh Griffin, Health Correspondent with the Irish Examiner.
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, reports on an internal audit for the HSE which found it had over €14.6 million in payroll overpayments recorded at the end of 2023.
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, reports that the first pilot screening programme of its kind for lung cancer has been announced for the communities of North Dublin and the North East, using mobile scanning units.
In this episode, we examine the urgent shortage of services for children with special needs. Plus, the political deadlock over speaking rights in the Dáil. Join Gavan Reilly as he discusses the issue with:Micheál Carrigy TD, Fine GaelClaire Kerrane TD, Sinn FeinRebecca Meehan, parent and campaignerAlan Kelly, Principal of Scoil Mhuire Naofa, Leitrim Niamh Griffin, Health Correspondent with the Irish Examiner Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
From mental health advocate triathletes to parkrun romantics to World Record teens, we've an absolutely packed episode of Marathon Talk this week! On episode 63, Martin & Deena bring us the latest on World Indoor Records that have been shattered, a New Zealand teen taking on Jakob Ingebritsen's milestones, and we share YOUR stories of matchmaking on the move. Meanwhile, it's a privilege to hear from Raymond Braun, as he opens up about his mental health struggles, the endurance feats that are helping him overcome them, and his marvellous mental health work with Olympians. In this episode of Marathon Talk: 0:00 - Martin & Deena catch up on birthday celebrations, seasonal training, Deena's discipline, and how to stay motivated in your training 7:40 - The latest news this week brings us a new World Indoor Record in the 3,000m, a new World Age Group Record for Sam Ruthie, and we share YOUR stories finding love on the run 18:40 - Training Talk is back! With Tokyo round the corner, we bring you tips on how the final weeks pre-race should look, and how to taper and rest up for a perfect race day 27:35 - The incredible Raymond Braun joins us to share the role of endurance athletics in his mental health recovery journey, the remarkable 777 Triathlon Challenge, and his role as mental health correspondent at the Olympic Games Marathon Talk is proudly powered by Abbott World Marathon Majors, who create, build and support opportunities for all to discover the power of the marathon community. Learn more at https://www.worldmarathonmajors.com/
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, discusses the ongoing situation of overcrowding and demand for beds in Irish hospitals.
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, reports on a new management team at Portiuncula University Hospital in Co. Galway amid new external reviews into the delivery of nine babies there.
There have been at least 12 police raids on gay clubs in Russia since November 2023, when the country's Supreme court banned what they call 'the global LGBT movement'. BBC Russian Anastasia Golubeva has been talking to activists on the ground to find out how these restrictions are affecting them. Five years ago, COVID-19 was spreading around the world, causing millions of deaths. How did the pandemic change our lives, and what lessons have we learnt from it? With Martin Yip from BBC Chinese and Dorcas Wangira, BBC Africa's Health Correspondent. Presented by Faranak Amidi. Produced by Alice Gioia, Hannah Dean and Caroline Ferguson. (Photo: Faranak Amidi. Credit: Tricia Yourkevich.)
Mary McCarthy, Freelance journalist in Brussels // Rebeca Plantier, Journalist and author of French School Lunch: Why delicious and nutritious cafeteria food is a national priority in France // Poppy Koronka, Health Correspondent, London Times
Hilary Brueck is a Health Correspondent at Business Insider. She joins Jon Hansen to discuss why more people are buying supplements. Hilary talks about the role that social media is playing, what doctors are saying, and more. Read Hilary’s full story at Business Insider here: www.businessinsider.com/longevity
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent discusses the terms of reference for the evaluation of the states response to the covid-19 pandemic.
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, on a confidential report for the HSE that questions the operational readiness to commission and operate the new National Children's Hospital.
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent on the ongoing saga of the National Children's Hospital
Niamh Griffin, Health Correspondent with the Irish Examiner, outlines what is likely to happen next in the latest dispute over the long-awaited National Children's Hospital. We then hear from Róisín Shortall, Health Spokesperson for the Social Democrats.
The investigation into the death of Aoife Johnston in UHL in 2022 has revealed that the death of the 16 year old could have been avoided...Joining Kieran to discuss is Health Correspondent for The Irish Times, Shauna Bowers.
The Times investigates how easy it is to buy weight loss jabs online, despite the risk of serious side effects for those of a healthy weight.This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuests:Poppy Koronka, Health Correspondent, The Times.Eleanor Hayward, Health Editor, The Times.Host: Manveen Rana. If you're struggling with an eating disorder, please consider contacting Beat: https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.comFind out more about our bonus series for Times subscribers: 'Inside the newsroom' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent in the FOI figures obtained by the Irish Medical Times
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, reports that the HSE will set up a confidential inquiry into perinatal deaths in Ireland.
Fergal Bowers our Health Correspondent has the details
Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, outlines the Departmnt of Health plans for a measles catch-up vaccine programme.
Paul Cullen, Health Correspondent, Irish Times & Prof Ronan Collins, consultant physician in geriatric and stroke medicine at Tallaght University Hospital
Niamh Griffin, Health Correspondent with the Irish Examiner
We speak to our Health Correspondent, Fergal Bowers.
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Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, reports on a deal to deliver free GP care to around 78,000 children aged 6 and 7 years of age which has been reached.
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Fergal Bowers, Health Correspondent, and Brian Stanley, Chair of the Public Accounts Committee and Sinn Féin TD for Laois Offaly on the cost of the new children's hospital.
Every year, 100,000 Americans — mostly teens and young adults — experience their first psychotic episode. Research shows getting specialized, holistic treatment early can help, but most people don't get that care. KQED's April Dembosky shares her reporting on why early treatment for psychosis can be so hard to get.GuestApril Dembosky, Health Correspondent, KQED NewsLearn more and read a full transcript on our website.Want more Tradeoffs? Sign up for our free weekly newsletter featuring the latest health policy research and news.Support this type of journalism today, with a gift.Follow us on Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.