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Mayo cardiac patients being deprived of best opportunity of surviving — coroner
Coroner for south Mayo John O’Dwyer commented this week that patients in Mayo who have a heart attack may not have the best opportunity for survival given the short time frame they have to get to the cardiac unit at University Hospital Galway.
Cancer choir and Croi shortlisted for major awards
A local choir of cancer survivors and a heart and stroke charity have been shortlisted in a national awards scheme which honours outstanding health achievements.
Irish language is working for local businesses
Gaillimh le Gaeilge, the organisation responsible for the promotion of the Irish language in Galway city, is delighted to see that local businesses and organisations are continuing to use the Irish language and making “An Ghaeilge” their business. New signage featuring the Irish language has appeared on our streets reinforcing and strengthening Galway’s unique and cultural image.
Hundreds attend health check initiative held to inspire healthy commutes
Aimed at increasing awareness of the health benefits of walking and cycling to school, work and college, an estimated 350 people attended the recent free mini health check initiative, which took place over a four-hour period in the car park of Westside Shopping Centre.
New TaxSaver ticket scheme offers saving for commuters and employers
Cash-strapped commuters can avail of unlimited bus travel around the city (including weekends and evenings) for as little as €5.89 a week by acquiring a TaxSaver commuter ticket.
Caltra cycle raises thousands for cystic fibrosis patients
More than €30,000 has been raised in Galway to improve facilities and resources for people with cystic fibrosis attending University Hospital Galway’s CF Unit.
Art exhibitions
ON SHOP windows in the city centre; in The Shed at the Docks, in 126, and at the Norman Villa Gallery in Salthill, is are a feast of art exhibitions to see this month.
Specialist cancer care services to be retained at GUH
Specialist cancer-care services at Galway University Hospital are to be retained despite recommendations that they should be withdrawn and transferred to Dublin.
Air ambulance service flies first patient to UHG
A woman injured in a farm accident in Co Roscommon was the first person to be treated by the emergency air ambulance service which began operations on Monday.
Shantalla family fun day for Cystic Fibrosis
A special charity event for all the family takes place at the Shantalla Park (Sliding Rock) on Saturday.
