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Oughterard to host free Living Well programme for people with long-term health challenges
A free Living Well programme will begin in Oughterard on Thursday, September 10, running weekly from 10.30am to 1pm for six weeks. This evidence-based programme is designed to support adults living with long-term health conditions — such as diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, COPD, or chronic pain — to take control of their health and improve their quality of life.
Virtual COPD Care Pathway marks major milestone in chronic disease management
Since its launch in April 2024, the COPD Virtual Care Pathway has significantly improved patient outcomes while reducing pressure on hospital services. The innovative programme, developed by Galway University Hospitals (GUH) in partnership with the Galway City Integrated Care Hub and the HIVE Laboratory, University of Galway, is transforming how care is delivered to people living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Virtual COPD Care Pathway marks major milestone in chronic disease management
Since its launch in April 2024, the COPD Virtual Care Pathway has significantly improved patient outcomes while reducing pressure on hospital services. The innovative programme, developed by Galway University Hospitals (GUH) in partnership with the Galway City Integrated Care Hub and the HIVE Laboratory, University of Galway, is transforming how care is delivered to people living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
New chronic disease hubs provide vital support for diabetics
People living with diabetes in the West have praised the enhancements in diabetes care as they benefit from faster access to specialised care as a result of the new HSE Chronic Disease Hub. The move-away from hospital-based care means that patients have access to highly specialised clinical teams, closer to their homes. This comes as they prepare to mark World Diabetes on November 14.
One-stop shop for respiratory care at Moycullen Primary Care Centre
A new clinic is revolutionising the way respiratory care is delivered in the community and is reducing the need for some patients to be hospitalised for their conditions.
No GP service for middle-income people
HSE West has confirmed that a shortage of GPs in the region is making it difficult for people to receive medical care or get on a patient list with a doctor.
No GP service for middle-income people, regional health forum is told
HSE West has confirmed that a shortage of GPs in the region is making it difficult for people to receive medical care or get on a patient list with a doctor.
COPD Support Ireland asks…’Do you know the ‘ABC’ of COPD?’
Latest figures show, according to the National Healthcare Quality Reporting System, that between 2019 and 2021, there were 809 hospital admissions of people from Westmeath due to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD.
Affordable Live-in Homecare allowed my mother to be cared for at home
In 2013, Tom Quinlan was working as a primary school teacher. His mother Ann, had been struggling with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) for many years. In September 2013 Ann’s condition deteriorated to such an extent that she ended up in intensive care in hospital. After several weeks of excellent care and attention, she was well enough to be discharged. The discharge coordinator gave Tom’s family a choice: a nursing home or a private visiting care service.
