Health

Screen grab from the UK Covid-19 Inquiry live stream of Stormont's former health minister Robin Swann giving evidence to the UK Covid-19 Inquiry in London.

Decisions taken during Covid pandemic still weigh heavily on me, says Swann

Fr. D'Arcy addresses the crowd at a candlelit vigil to mark two years without emergency general surgery at SWAH.

Fr. D'Arcy addresses the crowd at a candlelit vigil to mark two years without emergency general surgery at SWAH.

Save Our Acute Services

Protest marks two years without emergency surgery at SWAH

Specialist nurses from the Western Health and Social Care Trust will provide more information about the conditions

Specialist nurses from the Western Health and Social Care Trust will provide more information about the conditions

Free online awareness event about childhood diabetes, epilepsy and asthma

Revealed: Migrant staff punched, spat on and called racial slurs at SWAH

Fr. Brian D'Arcy. Picture by John McVitty.

Fr. Brian D'Arcy. Picture by John McVitty.

Enniskillen candlelit vigil to mark two years without emergency surgery

Last year, the Human Milk Bank supplied 973 litres of donor milk to 31 units across 27 hospitals in Ireland

Last year, the Human Milk Bank supplied 973 litres of donor milk to 31 units across 27 hospitals in Ireland

Human milk bank in Enniskillen appeals for more donor mums to come forward

The survey is being carried out by the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Queen's University, Belfast

The survey is being carried out by the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Queen's University, Belfast

Queen's University survey aims to find out women's health issues

Fermanagh and Omagh District Council

Nesbitt signals public consultation into future of SWAH surgery

Workers gathered at Stormont on November 7

Workers gathered at Stormont on November 7

Northern Ireland health workers demand 'long-overdue' pay rise

Young Harry, who is most definitely an Everton supporter.

Young Harry, who is most definitely an Everton supporter.

This week's Letters in The Impartial Reporter.

SOAS wants NHS emergency general surgery reinstated at South West Acute Hospital

SOAS wants NHS emergency general surgery reinstated at South West Acute Hospital

SOAS calls on Health Minister to look at cross-border opportunities for SWAH

Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has announced the buildings will be illuminated on various dates in November

Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has announced the buildings will be illuminated on various dates in November

Fermanagh and Omagh buildings to be illuminated for charities

Children are returning to school following a week off for half term, but norovirus activity is already more than double the 5-season average

Children are returning to school following a week off for half term, but norovirus activity is already more than double the 5-season average

UKHSA issues new health advice to parents amid norovirus and flu increase

Joe McAleer from Belcoo Pharmacy has emphasised that many everyday health conditions can be treated promptly without the need for a GP visit

Joe McAleer from Belcoo Pharmacy has emphasised that many everyday health conditions can be treated promptly without the need for a GP visit

Community pharmacies vital first port of call for health issues

Clare Donohoe and Janet Bamford.

Clare Donohoe and Janet Bamford.

People and Places

'Pete the Puffling’s Brave Adventure' draws global attention at ILD Conference

Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) raised concerns about Mike Nesbitt's department’s increasingly ''aggressive'' approach towards FOI requests

Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) raised concerns about Mike Nesbitt's department’s increasingly ''aggressive'' approach towards FOI requests

SOAS challenge 'blanket ban' on FOI requests by health department

Marie McKeena and Tom Palmer (Fermanagh Concern Volunteer Group) with Eamon Kelly (Beechvale Water), ahead of the fundraising walk this Sunday morning, October 20.

Marie McKeena and Tom Palmer (Fermanagh Concern Volunteer Group) with Eamon Kelly (Beechvale Water), ahead of the fundraising walk this Sunday morning, October 20.

All welcome at the fundraising tenth Beechvale Water walk for Concern on Sunday

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt.

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt.

South West Acute Hospital

Review into impact of SWAH surgery suspension nearing completion

Pictured at the opening of the Stroke Warriors Shop at Cross Street Enniskillen are Back from left, Katie Wilson, Stroke Manager Ward 5; Ciara Murray, Chairperson; Stevie McAloon, Founder; Dr. Brian Gallen, Ward 5; and Elaine Wilson, Secretary. Front

Pictured at the opening of the Stroke Warriors Shop at Cross Street Enniskillen are Back from left, Katie Wilson, Stroke Manager Ward 5; Ciara Murray, Chairperson; Stevie McAloon, Founder; Dr. Brian Gallen, Ward 5; and Elaine Wilson, Secretary. Front

Stroke Warriors open new hub in Enniskillen

Western Trust misses cancer care targets as patient waiting times soar

'To keep people waiting for that length of time is just unfair and unacceptable'

'To keep people waiting for that length of time is just unfair and unacceptable'

'To keep people waiting for that length of time is just unfair and unacceptable'

Pupils from Holy Trinity and the Model primary schools enjoying some fun during The Developmental Language Disorder Day.

Pupils from Holy Trinity and the Model primary schools enjoying some fun during The Developmental Language Disorder Day.

Schools’ pupils speak up to help highlight a language day

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so make your health a priority this month and check that everything is okay. Stock image.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so make your health a priority this month and check that everything is okay. Stock image.

Kerrie Flood: Honouring my mother's fight and encouraging yours

Primary Care has changed significantly in the past decade-plus, but despite the challenges that lie ahead, supportive learning environments have the potential to deliver better integration of care with community and voluntary partners.

Primary Care has changed significantly in the past decade-plus, but despite the challenges that lie ahead, supportive learning environments have the potential to deliver better integration of care with community and voluntary partners.

Dr. Laura McDonnell: GPs doing their best to tackle evolving healthcare landscape

As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Cancer Connect NI is highlighting its support services for breast cancer survivors

As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Cancer Connect NI is highlighting its support services for breast cancer survivors

Enniskillen charity offers free bra fitting for cancer patients

Delegates from across the UK and ROI attended the course

Delegates from across the UK and ROI attended the course

Enniskillen hospital welcomes delegates for European Trauma Course

Mother's heartfelt plea: 'Help stop suicide here'

South West Acute Hospital (SWAH).

South West Acute Hospital (SWAH).

SWAH may lose ICU in hospital reconfiguration

Mental health data paints troubling picture in Western Trust area

Mental health data paints troubling picture in Western Trust area

Mental health data paints troubling picture in Western Trust area

Attending the launch were HSENI Chair Catherine Irwin MBE; Economy Minister Conor Murphy; Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir; HSENI Chief Executive Robert Kidd; and HSENI Deputy Chief Executive, Dr. Bryan Monson.

Attending the launch were HSENI Chair Catherine Irwin MBE; Economy Minister Conor Murphy; Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir; HSENI Chief Executive Robert Kidd; and HSENI Deputy Chief Executive, Dr. Bryan Monson.

Ministers endorse the latest farm safety action plan

Mother calls for 'complete overhaul' of CAMHS

Mother calls for 'complete overhaul' of CAMHS

Mother calls for 'complete overhaul' of CAMHS

Health Minister, Mike Nesbitt, and DUP MLA, Deborah Erskine.

Health Minister, Mike Nesbitt, and DUP MLA, Deborah Erskine.

South West Acute Hospital

SWAH may be reconfigured as 'General Hospital' under new plan

Gerry Fitzgerald with wife Margot at the new restbite facility at Lough Erne Resort.

Gerry Fitzgerald with wife Margot at the new restbite facility at Lough Erne Resort.

Tom's legacy lives on through new respite home for Pulmonary Fibrosis patients

Parkinson's Clinic at SWAH resumes following temporary suspension

Plans for the future Lisnaskea Health and Care Centre

Plans for the future Lisnaskea Health and Care Centre

Construction of new health centre in Lisnaskea to commence 'within weeks'

Clare McLaughlin, an Infection Prevention and Control Nurse at the South West Acute Hospital.

Clare McLaughlin, an Infection Prevention and Control Nurse at the South West Acute Hospital.

Healthcare Heroes

Healthcare Hero: ‘I am lucky to be part of a team that collaborates effectively’

Plans for the future Lisnaskea Health and Care Centre

Plans for the future Lisnaskea Health and Care Centre

Lisnaskea Health Centre

Construction of new health centre in Lisnaskea to commence 'within weeks'

Shelley Cowan founded Access Avenue, a business venture aimed at including people with disabilities in society

Shelley Cowan founded Access Avenue, a business venture aimed at including people with disabilities in society

Enniskillen campaigner launches hotel accessibility initiative

Tribunal to consider whistle-blowing former auxiliary nurse’s case

At a time when 75 per cent of girls experience street harassment at least once in their lifetime, the long-awaited 'Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy' published by the Executive Office is to be welcomed. Stock image.

At a time when 75 per cent of girls experience street harassment at least once in their lifetime, the long-awaited 'Ending Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy' published by the Executive Office is to be welcomed. Stock image.

Kerrie Flood: Sharing a cautious welcome for this long awaited, long overdue strategy

The ladies from Ballinamallard in top gear pulling the tractor out through Irvinestown.

The ladies from Ballinamallard in top gear pulling the tractor out through Irvinestown.

Ladies' tractor pull raises more than £16,000 for a community hub

Child using tablet. Getty Images.

Child using tablet. Getty Images.

Western Trust fails to answer child safeguarding enquiries over internet sex crime

UUP Councillor, Mark Ovens.

UUP Councillor, Mark Ovens.

Fermanagh and Omagh District Council

‘SpAD spat’ over attendance at a legally-sensitive Council meeting continues

This accolade celebrates the dedication of staff across the Western Trust in supporting families

This accolade celebrates the dedication of staff across the Western Trust in supporting families

Western Trust awarded gold for breastfeeding support by UNICEF

Grace Elliott will work with the palliative care team at the South West Acute Hospital, Omagh Hospital and Primary Care Complex and Foyle Hospice

Grace Elliott will work with the palliative care team at the South West Acute Hospital, Omagh Hospital and Primary Care Complex and Foyle Hospice

New specialist palliative care pharmacist joins Western Trust

Rayanne during her treatment in Mexico and standing with her friend on his wedding day.

Rayanne during her treatment in Mexico and standing with her friend on his wedding day.

Ray of hope: Rayanne walks again thanks to HSCT treatment

Richard Spratt Ciaran Fenton Duke of Abercorn Boyd Carson

Richard Spratt Ciaran Fenton Duke of Abercorn Boyd Carson

New cancer support centre to open in Enniskillen

Mike Nesbitt, Health Minister; Áine Murphy MLA; Deborah Erskine MLA.

Mike Nesbitt, Health Minister; Áine Murphy MLA; Deborah Erskine MLA.

Announcement on new Lisnaskea surgery will be made 'imminently', says Nesbitt

Lisnaskea Health Centre.

Lisnaskea Health Centre.

Lisnaskea Health Centre

'I rang 218 times to be told the appointments are all gone'

Aravon McCann and her 95-year-old mum, Philomena McGrory.

Aravon McCann and her 95-year-old mum, Philomena McGrory.

Lisnaskea Health Centre

Daughter 'fought tooth and nail' to get GP appointment for 95-year-old mother

Posters erected at Lisnaskea.

Posters erected at Lisnaskea.

Lisnaskea Health Centre

Posters at Lisnaskea condemned as Unions blast 'unacceptable' abuse

People can sometimes be trapped feeling alone and battling depression and suicidal feelings by themselves - much more must be done to reach, support and help those people. Stock image.

People can sometimes be trapped feeling alone and battling depression and suicidal feelings by themselves - much more must be done to reach, support and help those people. Stock image.

Brian D'Arcy: A problem shared – those facing suicidal thoughts need more help

Enniskillen golf club supports BHF in memory of late member

One of the people taking part in an annual tractor run, with the participants and supporters thanked by the Fivemiletown and District Cancer Research Committee.

One of the people taking part in an annual tractor run, with the participants and supporters thanked by the Fivemiletown and District Cancer Research Committee.

Committee's thanks for all who took part in a Fivemiletown tractor run