Young father dies following nine hour wait and misdiagnosis at Cork University Hospital
Pat Murphy, a 34-year-old father, died after a ruptured artery went undiagnosed at Cork University Hospital. Despite suffering severe chest pains, he faced a nine-hour wait for a CT scan, delayed further by a malfunctioning machine. His family claims this delay contributed to his tragic death.
Mayo Hospital apologises for the death of patient (72) in High Court settlement
The Moyles family has reached a settlement with Mayo Hospital after Ann Moyles’ death in 2017. She was left on a trolley for 20 hours in the Emergency Department, leading to her demise.
Lack of learning and transparency to blame for rising hospital liabilities
Hospital liabilities in Ireland are projected to surpass 4 billion. Experts stress transparency and external investigations to reduce claims and improve patient trust.
Woman dies of internal bleeding after giving birth
Post-partum haemorrhage (PPH) remains a leading cause of maternal death worldwide. The recent tragic case at St Lukes Hospital, Kilkenny, highlights the risks and growing concerns about maternal healthcare in Ireland.
Childrens spinal surgery review delayed as new cases emerge at Temple Street Childrens Hospital
An independent review of spinal surgeries at Temple Street Children’s Hospital has been delayed due to 17 new “cases of concern,” doubling the number of procedures under scrutiny.
HSE admits significant failings by Portlaoise Hospital
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Cervical Cancer Misdiagnosis – Too Little, Too Late
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.20.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] Cervical Cancer Misdiagnosis – Too Little, Too Late It has taken Vicky Phelan’s successful High Court action against a US based clinical laboratory subcontracted by CervicalCheck, for CervicalCheck failures to come to light this week. On Wednesday, 25 April 2018 Vicky Phelan (43) […]
HSE apology after undiagnosed heart defect results in death
HSE apology after undiagnosed heart defect results in death of toddler (2) 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. The child passed away as she was being transferred from University Hospital […]
Excessive Radiation Dose
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. Unlike chemotherapy, radiation is usually a localised treatment. Some radiation treatments, systemic radiation therapy, are given intravenously or orally. Errors during the procedures of a radiation […]
University Hospital Kerry patients affected by review
University Hospital Kerry patients affected by review: Helpline opened this morning 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. A review is being conducted of some 46,000 cat scans, x-rays, and ultrasounds following […]
Hospital Waiting Lists issue for Scoliosis Patients in Ireland
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 to the delay in hospital waiting lists. The young boy was required to undergo spinal bracing and body […]
Misdiagnosis/Delayed Diagnosis of Hearing Loss in Children
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Settlement in birth injury case against the HSE
Settlement in birth injury case against the HSE April 2017 In 2017 Coleman Legal Partners reached a substantial settlement in the case of a young boy against the HSE. The firm was instructed by the infant’s mother to take an action against the hospital concerned and the HSE for the catastrophic birth injuries sustained by […]
Lifting the Veil of Silence over Mother and Baby Homes Ireland
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Lifting the Veil of Silence over Mother and Baby Homes In light of the recent discovery of human remains on a site in Tuam, Co. Galway, a Commission has been established to further investigate the circumstances surrounding these harrowing findings. Historical Mother and Baby Homes and Institutions in […]
€51,000 settlement agreed by family of woman who died after trolley fall
€51,000 settlement agreed by family of woman who died after hospital 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. The lady spent a night on a trolley in St Vincent’s […]
Psychiatric Patient Mistreatment Ireland
Psychiatric Patient Mistreatment Ireland Patients at Portlaoise hospital held in isolation until they showed ‘remorse’ 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 a routine inspection of the unit in December 2015. The report highlights not only […]
Woman receives €6 million HSE settlement after birth complications
Woman receives €6 million HSE settlement after birth complications Mr Justice Kevin cross granted a settlement to Nadine Wilkin from Manorcunningham, Co. Donegal, who is suing through her mother. Mr Justice Cross stated that he hoped the settlement would take care of her needs for the rest of her life. Nadine has dyskinetic cerebral palsy […]
Boy left brain-damaged after operation receives €3.5million
Boy left brain-damaged after operation receives €3.5million A four year old boy was left profoundly brain damaged after an operation he had at Our Lady’s Hospital for Sick Children in Crumlin when he was a baby. The hospital yesterday issued an ‘unequivocal, unreserved and heartfelt’ apology at the High Court. The apology was read as […]
Cancer Misdiagnosis Wexford General Hospital
Cancer misdiagnosis in 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. The issue of misdiagnosis has been highlighted following the recall of 600 patients who had received colonoscopies (which is an […]
Portlaoise Hospital apologises to family over death of baby
Portlaoise Hospital apologises to family over death of baby A couple who lost their baby son when he died at Midlands Regional Hospital nine years ago, have received an apology from the hospital at the High Court recently. The hospital wished to express its sincere apologies for the failings which caused Dylan Frank’s death, accepting responsibility […]
NHS misdiagnoses of Giant Cell Arteritis results in blindness in one eye for patient
NHS misdiagnoses of Giant Cell Arteritis result in blindness in one eye for patient Headaches are commonplace and most people will get one every now and again, but it’s important to be aware that headaches can be a symptom of a more serious illness. A little-known but not so rare condition can have a devastating […]