CHI Hip Surgery Review: Fifteen experts from eight countries to examine child hip surgeries in Dublin hospitals
The CHI hip surgery review, which began in January 2026, represents the most significant independent examination of these procedures since serious concerns were first raised in 2024.
Halpin Report into North Kerry CAMHS released
The Halpin Report , officially known as the North Kerry CAMHS Lookback Review, was released on February 18, 2026. Led by Dr. Colette Halpin, the review examined the care of 374 children.
Temple Street Spinal Surgery Review: What Families Need to Know About the Clinical Recall
The Temple Street spinal surgery review was initiated after safety concerns arose in 2022 regarding the outcomes of complex spinal procedures carried out at the hospital.
A Canadian surgeon has been selected to chair the External Expert Panel responsible for the CHI pediatric hip surgery review at Temple Street and Cappagh hospitals.
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This appointment represented a significant advancement in the CHI pediatric hip surgery review process. In November 2025, the Health Service Executive (HSE) announced the appointment.
T.D. Pa Dalys call for urgent assistance in essential Mental Health services in Kerry, and publication of the Halpin report, with any further delay
Mr. Daly again called for the urgent publication of the Halpin Reports into the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services in North Kerry . On January 21, 2026, Pa Daly (Sinn Féin TD.
Solicitor Keith Rolls criticises the continued delay in publishing the Halpin Report, as families still await answers about the care provided to children by North Kerry CAMHS.
As of January 2026, the Halpin Report, the look-back review into North Kerry Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services ( CAMHS ), remains unpublished, despite the completion of all.
The delay in publishing the report on the Lookback Review in North Kerry CAMHS is distressing for the affected families.
The North Kerry CAMHS “Lookback Review,” led by Dr. Colette Halpin and a team of independent consultants, has completed the review of around 300 patient files.
Sodium Valproate Inquiry [2025]
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The Sodium Valproate Inquiry in Ireland officially commenced on 22 July 2025, having been initially announced in November 2020 and approved by the Cabinet in July 2023.
CHI apologises to families amid concerns over the CHI hip surgery review
Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) has issued an apology to children and families affected by failures in clinical governance and standards of care following revelations emerging.
VHI launches investigation into unnecessary hip surgeries that were the subject of health insurance claims
Private health insurer VHI has begun a review of claims made under its health policies following the recent report issued in respect of hip surgeries at Temple Street and Cappagh.
Report uncovers “very serious concerns” over unnecessary hip surgeries in Dublin children’s hospitals [2025]
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A recently published audit into developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) surgeries performed on children in Dublin has revealed “grave concerns,” with a significant number of procedures.
Death of baby at Portiuncala University hospital leads to new review
The maternity services at Portiuncula University Hospital in Ballinasloe, County Galway, are under heightened scrutiny following the tragic death of another newborn.
Assessment of Needs for Children- Minister Norma Foley admits that we need to do better
In an interview with Tabatha Monahan of the Irish Independent, the Minister for Children and Disabilities confirmed that the current system is letting children down.
Unborn Babies Wrongly Diagnosed with Fatal Foetal Abnormality before Termination
It has been established that the State Claims Agency has received two cases involving an unborn child who was mistakenly identified with a fatal foetal abnormality , which resulted.
Failings at in maternity service cost the State 320m between 2015 and 2019
In 2013, in the wake of the tragic death of Savita Halappanavar, HIQA published a report on the safety standards of HSE Maternity Services . In the same year, a systems analysis review.
External review to begin at portiuncula hospital in light of concerns regarding the delivery of nine babies
Concerns relating to the provision of maternity services at Portiuncula Hospital have led to external reviews being conducted into the delivery of nine babies there since 2023.
Young father dies following nine hour wait and misdiagnosis at Cork University Hospital
A 34-year-old father died in agony at Cork University Hospital following a wait of over nine hours in the emergency department . Pat Murphy of Glanmire, Co Cork, succumbed to a ruptured.
The initial stage of the review in CAMHS in North Kerry is set to take twice as long as the HSE initially anticipated
CAMHS in North Kerry is facing a new wave of anger after the HSE revealed that the service review is not expected to be complete until at least 2025.
Woman dies in Beaumont Hospital after being given eight times the correct dosage
Bernie Kinsella of Skerries, Dublin, passed away in Beaumont Hospital at 92 years old when she was administered eight times the recommended dosage of the drug lercanidipine in error.
Dental Negligence Claims
Dental negligence claims are inherently complex. To succeed, a claimant must demonstrate that the dentist’s treatment fell below acceptable standards and directly caused or contributed.
Mayo Hospital apologises for the death of patient (72) in High Court settlement
Ms Moyles passed away on 30 December 2017, 11 days after Mayo Hospital admitted her into their care. A settlement has been reached in the Moyles family’s legal battle against the HSE.
Mother awarded over half a million pounds in damages following traumatic childbirth
Following a five-year legal battle, Amy Stead, a mother from Wrexham, has been awarded over £575,000 in compensation for injuries sustained during childbirth.
Mother of 11-year-old suicide victim settles legal battle
Fiona Tuomey, the mother of 11-year-old Milly Tuomey (the suicide victim), who died by suicide, has settled the lawsuit she launched following her daughters death in 2016.
Hundreds of complaints against single dentist highlights need for regulatory overhaul
Newly released data shows that out of the more than 2,000 complaints lodged against dentists in the past four years, over 1,500 were related to one practitioner.
Lack of learning and transparency to blame for rising hospital liabilities
The outstanding hospital liabilities for accidents in Ireland will likely surpass 4bn this June when fresh figures are to be published. These accidents include infant injury claims.
Woman dies of internal bleeding after giving birth
The post-mortem of a woman who died in St Lukes Hospital, Kilkenny , hours after giving birth has indicated that she suffered a massive internal haemorrhage.
Childrens spinal surgery review delayed as new cases emerge at Temple Street childrens hospital
The release of an independent review of spinal surgeries at Temple Street Childrens Hospital has been pushed back after 17 new “cases of concern” were identified.
High Court awards nearly €100,000 for defective dental treatment
A 60-year-old woman, employed as a preschool assistant in Galway, has been awarded nearly €100,000 by the High Court in compensation for complications from defective dental treatment .
Report of Boston Childrens Hospital on Spinal Surgeries at CHI Temple Street
The report followed a review conducted at the request of CHI Temple Street, following their internal review. CHI has today published the Boston Children’s Hospital report on spinal.
Childrens Health Ireland Report on Spinal Surgery for Patients with Spina Bifida at Temple Street
You can read the report here: Childrens Health Ireland Report on Spinal Surgery for Patients with Spina Bifida. On September 18, 2023, Childrens Health Ireland published its report.
Minister for Health announces full national review of all children’s orthopaedic surgery
Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly announced today that there will be a full review of all children’s orthopaedic surgery in Ireland. This follows serious safety concerns that arose.
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar expresses serious concern on alleged failures at Temple Street Hospital
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has today reacted to the reports of serious surgical implications among children who have undergone spinal operations at Temple Street Hospital .
External review launched by HSE into care of children with Spina Bifida at CHI Temple Street
The death of a child receiving care at Temple Street Childrens Hospital has led to the establishment of an external review by the HSE . The review will assess clinical care provided.
New data reveals dramatic regional disparities in access to Child and Adolescent Mental Health Care
Over half of the children and adolescents referred to their local Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) are being denied access in certain regions of the country.
External review into the delivery of babies who suffered Subgaleal Haemorrhages at birth in University Hospital Galway
The review will focus on the labour and delivery of babies that had a subgaleal haemorrhage , also known as a subgaleal haematoma , diagnosed after delivery.
Over 3,000 fatalities caused by accidents within the HSE since 2018
Fresh data reveals that since 2018, over 3,000 patients have lost their lives as a result of incidents within the HSE . Newly released data by the HSE has documented over 480,000.
Non-Statutory Inquiry approved by Cabinet into Sodium Valproate use
Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has today announced that there will be a non-statutory inquiry into the historical prescription of sodium valproate to women while pregnant.
Family of a woman who died of breast cancer received an apology from the national screening service
Ms O’Keefe received an incurable diagnosis of breast cancer in 2014. The National Screening Service , which operates BreastCheck and CervicalCheck, apologised in open court.
Lack of follow-up care in CAMHS as the mental health commission’s report published
The Mental Health Commission published a report this weekend highlighting serious shortfalls in the care provided nationwide by the Child and Adolescent Mental Health System (CAMHS).
A further 16 families receive apology from HSE after care of children found to be “risky”
The HSE has issued a subsequent apology to a further 16 families after recognising the care their children received by Kerry child and adolescent mental health services ( CAMHS ).
North Kerry CAMHS audit
The HSE is due to publish the findings of the North Kerry CAMHS Audit ’50 file review of North Kerry CAMHS patients’ files. The review began in June 22 and was due to completion.
€300k settlement after failure to detect girls hearing loss
The High Court approved today a settlement of €300,000 in the case of a nine-year-old girl whose hearing loss was not detected for three years. The affected girl from Ballina in Co.
HSE reviewing the files of patients treated by a doctor in north Kerry CAMHS
It has been confirmed that the HSE has commenced a review of the files of young patients treated by a junior doctor in CAMHS north Kerry. The review focuses on the five years leading up.
North Kerry CAMHS misdiagnosis
Coleman Legal LLP continue to receive instructions from North Kerry families regarding the care their loved ones received while attending North Kerry CAMHS .
The court approves a €20,000 settlement in a case concerning the wrongful dispensing of sedatives to a 15-month-old child
Judge James O’Donoghue has approved a settlement offer of €20,000 after a chemist in ballyfermot dispensed an incorrect dose of a sedative to a 15-month-old child.
CAMHS Kerry Compensation Scheme Latest News
The non-adversarial CAMHS Kerry compensation scheme was approved by Cabinet earlier this month and will be operated by the State Claims Agency .
Compensation will be provided to the families harmed while under the care of CAMHS
Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has informed the Dáil that financial compensation for CAMHS misdiagnosis will be given to young patients who suffered significant harm while under the care.
CAMHS medication misdiagnosis controversy: Doctor says he would make the same decisions again
CAMHS Medication Misdiagnosis Controversy: Dr David Kromer (43), the junior doctor at the centre of controversy over alleged excessive prescribing of drugs and unwarranted diagnoses.
Child medication misdiagnosis controversy: mother of suicidal boy highly critical of health services
Among the over 70 patients in Kerry represented by Coleman Legal who have been affected by alleged failings at South Kerry Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services ( CAMHS ) is a boy.
HSE issues dozens of apologies after children prescribed excessive medication
The HSE has issued apologies in-person to dozens of young people and their families for inadequate medical care after a review into the alleged prescription of dangerously excessive.
Coleman legal will represent families in Kerry who are suing the HSE for suspected misdiagnosis and over-medication of children at CAMHS Kerry
Suspected misdiagnosis and over-medication of some children and young adolescents in recent years by CAMHS – Co. Kerry mental health services have prompted several families to consider.
HSE sued for over-medication in CAMHS (kerry)
Coleman legal has issued High Court medical negligence proceedings against the health service executive (HSE) on behalf of a minor boy, claiming that he was prescribed both incorrect.
Irish children suffering with scoliosis utilising spinal rod support systems to be audited after product recall
After learning that patients experienced the split of an end cap in the device, revealing some of its internal mechanisms including alloy debris, it became the subject of a product.
Vaginal mesh lawsuits lost by Johnson & Johnson
A landmark lawsuit has been won by 1,350 Australian women against Johnson & Johnson relating to vaginal mesh implants. According to Australia’s Federal Court, it appears that there.
Swine flu vaccine case settlement
Aoife Bennett a student from Naas, Co Kildare, has claimed that she had developed a sleeping disorder after having taken up a swine flu vaccination.
HSE Audiology Review
HSE Audiology Review This follows the completion of a review of past paediatric audiology services provided in more than 900 cases by one audiologist in Mayo and Roscommon, between 2011.
HSE admits significant failings by Portlaoise Hospital
The HSE have admitted that there were significant failings in the care of a mother and her baby in November 2001 at Portlaoise hospital and have admitted that lessons have been learned.
Breast cancer misdiagnosis
Two women to date have been affected by breast cancer misdiagnosis at St. James’s Hospital in Dublin, after a review of the pathologist’s work. Having been diagnosed with ductal.
CervicalCheck redress scheme announced for women affected by cervical cancer misdiagnosis
In light of the revelations of the last week, an Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has announced that a redress scheme for women affected by Cerical Cancer Misdiagnosis will be put in place.
HSE apology after undiagnosed heart defect results in death
Following the tragic death of a two year old girl who died after a hole in the heart went undiagnosed, the Health Service Executive (HSE) has issued an unreserved apology.
Excessive radiation dose
Radiation therapy is a common treatment for cancer. Radiation works by making small breaks in the DNA inside cells, preventing cancer cells from growing and dividing.
University Hospital Kerry patients affected by review
As of this morning, a helpline has opened for worried patients of University Hospital Kerry, who may be worried about scan results amid concerns about patient safety at the hospital.
Hospital waiting lists issue for scoliosis patients in Ireland
Speaking on the ‘RTÉ Investigates’ programme, a woman discussed the suffering endured by both her family and her seven-year old son, who was diagnosed with infantile scoliosis, due.
Misdiagnosis/Delayed diagnosis of hearing loss in children
Research illustrates that detection and intervention is most effective within the first six months of a child’s life in order to minimize the effect that hearing loss.
Personal injury arising out of lip implant and lip filler procedures
Both lip implant and lip filler procedures are usually carried out without complication, however where complications arise, the resulting consequences and symptoms of same can be most.
Epilim Sodium Valproate Birth Defects
Sodium Valproate birth defects can be devastating for families, and may result in full-time care for the affected infant and their family. Sodium Valproate, a drug given to pregnant.
€51,000 settlement agreed by family of woman who died after trolley fall
A review of care for elderly people in emergency departments has been called for by the family of an 82 year old woman who died after falling from a hospital trolley.
Opthalmic surgery errors
A cataract impedes light getting from one side of the lens to the other and become more likely as a person ages. Cataract surgery is primarily performed using phacoemulsification.
Psychiatric patient mistreatment Ireland
The Mental Health Commission has carried out a focused inspection of the psychiatric unit at the Midlands Regional Hospital in Portlaoise. This followed issues raised following.
Cancer misdiagnosis Wexford General Hospital
Patients who were given the all-clear for bowel cancer have now been diagnosed with the disease. Out of the twelve patients, one patient has since died of the illness.