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GP shortages: State 'treading water' as population increases 9%

GP shortages: State 'treading water' as population increases 9%

There are currently 4,650 GPs in the State, up from 4,200 in 2019, but Dr Quinlan estimates a need for 6,500 or more GPs in Ireland

People turning to pharmacists for medical advice due to GP delays, research shows

People turning to pharmacists for medical advice due to GP delays, research shows

A survey of 2,000 people found nearly four-in-five are now waiting longer to get an appointment with their GP.

Over six in 10 GPs not taking on new patients, survey shows

Over six in 10 GPs not taking on new patients, survey shows

It comes as the country grapples with a surge in winter bugs and respiratory infections.

Report finds driver who suffered life-altering injuries after train collision was diverted by GPS

Report finds driver who suffered life-altering injuries after train collision was diverted by GPS

Sinn Féin's health plan includes extra €4bn spend, largest ever medical card expansion

Sinn Féin's health plan includes extra €4bn spend, largest ever medical card expansion

Warning of further GP shortage due to retirements

Warning of further GP shortage due to retirements

More than half cannot afford cost of their healthcare – report

More than half cannot afford cost of their healthcare – report

Pharmacists will be able to extend prescriptions to 12 months under new measure

Mon, 06 Nov, 2023

Pharmacists will be able to extend prescriptions to 12 months from March 1st next year