VHI has begun investigating claims for unnecessary hip surgeries at Temple Street and Cappagh hospitals. This follows a report detailing procedures that didn’t meet clinical thresholds, prompting the insurer to review its reimbursement protocols and the medical necessity of these operations.
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A recent audit has uncovered alarming concerns over unnecessary hip surgery in Dublin children’s hospitals, with hundreds of cases flagged for urgent review and follow-up.
Portiuncula Hospital faces intensified scrutiny as a tenth external review into its maternity services begins, following a recent baby’s death.
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Former Irish Air Corps technician Gary Coll secured a €2 million settlement after suffering severe health issues from toxic chemical exposure at Casement Aerodrome. His case exposes safety failures, hazardous initiation rituals, and systemic negligence. With nine lawsuits pending and a Defence Forces tribunal underway, it raises urgent questions about accountability and long-term health risks in the Irish military.
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If you’ve been in a road accident, follow these 5 steps to secure compensation: apply to the Injuries Board, understand how compensation is calculated, consider contributory negligence, avoid quick insurance settlements, and consult a solicitor for expert advice.
A radiographer at Tallaght Hospital was dismissed after a complaint about inappropriate conduct during an X-ray on a teenage patient. A CORU inquiry found him guilty of professional misconduct, leading to conditions on his registration.
A review by the State Claims Agency of maternity claims from 2015-2019 has revealed critical failures in fetal heart monitoring, CTG trace interpretation, and labour induction methods. Advocacy groups, including Safer Births Ireland, have called for an in-depth inquiry as concerns over maternity care persist,
Maternity services at Portiuncula Hospital are under external review after a concerning number of neonatal complications, including cases of hypoxic ischaemic encephalopathy (HIE) and stillbirths. The HSE has appointed an external management team to oversee improvements and ensure patient safety.
In a landmark decision, the High Court ruled against the HSE Standard Operating Procedure for Assessments of Needs (AON), stating that a comprehensive assessment, including a diagnosis, is essential for determining a child’s needs.
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