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08/12/2025

Migraine Ireland has officially launched the Irish Headache Society, the first multidisciplinary headache society of its kind in Ireland. The new professional body brings together neurologists, GPs, pharmacists, nurses and allied healthcare professionals to improve care pathways, education and research for migraine and headache disorders, which affect one in seven people nationwide.

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Migraine Ireland has officially launched the Irish Headache Society, the first multidisciplinary professional society in Ireland dedicated to advancing headache and migraine care, education and research.

04/12/2025

HIQA has published national guidance supporting the use of plain language in health and social care services. The guidance aims to improve understanding, safety and shared decision-making, and includes material on health literacy, digital health literacy and communication for people who do not speak English as a first language. Developed with stakeholders including NALA, it supports the implementation of national standards for person-centred, rights-based care.

Read more: https://hospitalprofessionalnews.ie/2025/12/04/hiqa-publishes-national-guidance-on-good-communication-and-plain-language-in-health-and-social-care/

Beacon Hospital has become the first centre in Ireland and the UK to treat a patient using RapidArc Dynamic radiotherapy technology, part of the Varian TrueBeam system, delivering unprecedented precision, speed and personalisation in cancer treatment.

03/12/2025

Beacon Hospital has treated the first patient in Ireland and the UK using RapidArc Dynamic radiotherapy technology. Delivered through the Varian TrueBeam system, the platform offers exceptional precision, faster planning and delivery times and greater protection of healthy tissue in cancer care. This milestone marks a significant step forward in radiotherapy innovation and access for Irish patients.

Read more: https://hospitalprofessionalnews.ie/2025/12/03/beacon-hospital-first-patient-rapidarc-dynamic-radiotherapy-technology-ireland-uk/

Beacon Hospital has become the first centre in Ireland and the UK to treat a patient using RapidArc Dynamic radiotherapy technology, part of the Varian TrueBeam system, delivering unprecedented precision, speed and personalisation in cancer treatment.

03/12/2025

A major new study from Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland has found strong links between heavy social media use, body dissatisfaction and sexting behaviours with poorer mental health and increased risk of self-harm among Irish teenagers. Girls reported lower emotional well-being and higher prevalence of risk markers. Published in the Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine, the research offers important insight for policy, prevention and adolescent digital health strategies.

Read more: https://hospitalprofessionalnews.ie/2025/12/03/rcsi-study-social-media-sexting-body-image-linked-poor-mental-health-irish-teenagers/

A new RCSI study surveying more than 4,000 Irish teenagers has found strong links between heavy social media use, body dissatisfaction and sexting behaviours with poorer mental health, particularly among girls, and higher self-harm risk.

01/12/2025

A major milestone for adult acute lymphoblastic leukaemia treatment in Ireland. Tecartus (brexucabtagene autoleucel), the first CAR-T therapy to be reimbursed for eligible adults aged 26+ with relapsed or refractory B-cell precursor ALL, is now accessible through the public health system. Supported by pivotal ZUMA-3 data, this personalised therapy expands treatment options where need is greatest.

Read more: https://hospitalprofessionalnews.ie/2025/12/01/tecartus-car-t-therapy-reimbursed-ireland-relapsed-refractory-adult-all/

Gilead Sciences and Kite have announced that Tecartus (brexucabtagene autoleucel), the first CAR T-cell therapy for relapsed or refractory adult acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, is now reimbursed in Ireland for eligible patients aged 26 and over.

01/12/2025

New national figures from the HPSC show a 41% rise in first-time HIV diagnoses among women in 2024, with the sharpest increase seen among women aged 45 to 49. To mark World AIDS Day, HIV Ireland warns that persistent stigma is still undermining HIV prevention, testing and treatment and is calling for a committed National HIV Action Plan. The organisation notes that late presentation among women can lead to worse health outcomes and that stigma continues to be a major barrier to accessing services.

Read more: https://hospitalprofessionalnews.ie/2025/12/01/hiv-ireland-warns-stigma-41-percent-rise-hiv-cases-women-world-aids-day/

HIV Ireland has highlighted a 41 percent rise in first-time HIV diagnoses among women in new national data, warning that stigma is undermining prevention, testing and treatment efforts and calling for a National HIV Action Plan.

01/12/2025

Drinkaware has launched a new podcast episode focusing on women’s wellbeing in midlife, hosted by CEO and featuring GP and menopause specialist and midlife coach . The discussion explores hormonal changes, anxiety, disrupted sleep and why this stage can be a critical time to reassess habits around alcohol. Practical tools, relatable experiences and a powerful look at self-care in the midlife transition.

Read more: https://hospitalprofessionalnews.ie/2025/12/01/drinkaware-launches-podcast-midlife-womens-wellbeing-dr-marie-finn-alana-kirk/

Drinkaware has launched a new podcast episode featuring GP and menopause specialist Dr Marie Finn and midlife coach Alana Kirk, exploring the impact of hormonal change, self-care and alcohol behaviours during midlife.

28/11/2025

A new out-of-hours mental health support service has opened in . , run by HSE Ireland and , offers free one-hour support appointments for adults experiencing emotional distress, anxiety or overwhelm. Staffed by trained support workers and peer connectors, the café provides a safe, calm and confidential space in the evenings from Thursday to Sunday.

Read more: https://hospitalprofessionalnews.ie/2025/11/28/solace-cafe-limerick-out-of-hours-mental-health-support-hse-mid-west/

HSE Mid West and Limerick Mental Health Association have opened Solace Café, a free out-of-hours mental health support service offering confidential one-hour appointments for adults experiencing emotional distress.

27/11/2025

The Irish College of Ophthalmologists hosted its Winter Meeting 2025 at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), bringing together leading experts from Ireland and the UK for a dedicated focus on neuro-ophthalmology. Sessions covered optic neuritis, optic neuropathies, neuro-imaging, ocular electrophysiology and paediatric considerations, followed by the Annual Montgomery Lecture delivered by Professor Anthony King on the research journey in advanced glaucoma. A major educational highlight for the specialty.

Read more: https://hospitalprofessionalnews.ie/2025/11/27/irish-college-of-ophthalmologists-winter-meeting-2025-neuro-ophthalmology-highlights/

The Irish College of Ophthalmologists hosted its Winter Meeting 2025 at RCSI, featuring leading experts from Ireland and the UK and covering key advances in neuro-ophthalmology, imaging and the Annual Montgomery Lecture delivered by Professor Anthony King.

27/11/2025

HIQA has welcomed the appointment of as its new Board Chairperson. A Board member since 2021, he brings extensive leadership experience across national agencies and public administration. He succeeds the late Professor Pat O’Mahony, whose contribution and leadership are warmly acknowledged. A key moment for HIQA as it advances its Corporate Plan 2025–2027.

Read more: https://hospitalprofessionalnews.ie/2025/11/27/hiqa-welcomes-appointment-of-new-board-chairperson-martin-ohalloran/

HIQA has welcomed the Minister for Health’s announcement of Martin O’Halloran as the new Chairperson of its Board, succeeding the late Professor Pat O’Mahony and bringing extensive leadership experience to the role.

26/11/2025

Orwall Healthcare has announced 200 new jobs as it completes a major €30 million redevelopment of its Dublin care facility. The newly renovated 138-bed residence will reopen early next year, expanding capacity to 308 beds across its two sites. The announcement comes as Nursing Homes Ireland highlights the national need for more than 1,000 additional residential care beds annually.

Read more: https://hospitalprofessionalnews.ie/2025/11/26/orwell-healthcare-announces-200-new-jobs-as-e30m-care-facility-nears-completion/

Orwell Healthcare will create 200 new jobs as it prepares to reopen its newly renovated €30 million care facility in Dublin, expanding its residential care capacity to 308 beds amid rising national demand for long-term care.

25/11/2025

HIQA has published new national guidelines on the use of radiological procedures such as X-rays and CT scans for early disease detection in people with no symptoms. The guidance sets out eight requirements for safe and justified use, ensuring that benefits outweigh risks and that patients are fully informed before exposure. A key update for clinicians working across imaging, diagnostics and patient safety.

Read more: https://hospitalprofessionalnews.ie/2025/11/25/hiqa-publishes-guidelines-ionising-radiation-early-detection-no-symptoms/

HIQA has issued new national guidelines on the safe use of medical radiological procedures such as X-rays and CT scans for early disease detection in people with no symptoms, outlining eight requirements to ensure exposures are justified and risks are minimised.

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