It has emerged the Department of Health took a decision to slash local GP elective services without carrying out an assessment of the impact the cuts.
Western Trust to take over Brookeborough and Tempo GP
The future of the large local practice had been in doubt after the contractor who had previously agreed to take over its running had pulled out.
Department warns of major health cuts
The Department has said it cannot offer health workers here a pay rise, and warned of major cuts, due to the lack of a Stormont budget.
Drive to get mass letter sent to Department of Health
A LETTER intended to be circulated amongst the public in order to send a resounding message to the Department of Health (DoH) has been brought out by the Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) group. Launched at the group’s public meeting at Fermanagh House this week, SOAS hope to have 10,000 copies signed and sent to […]
SWAH campaigners challenge Department statement
“The Fermanagh and Tyrone community is unwilling to accept being treated as second-class citizens.”
Public asked to ‘play your part’ in easing health pressures
Patients have been asked to use services most appropriate for their condition, and to stay at home if they have symptoms of a respiratory infection.
EXCLUSIVE: Glimmer of hope in SWAH surgery campaign
The Department has confirmed to the Herald elective surgeons could be able to carry out emergency procedures if needed.
New conditions hampering SWAH recruitment
New Department surgery conditions hamper chances of saving services
Search on for new chair of the Western Trust
There has been significant local criticism in recent times that there is no Fermanagh representation on the current Western Trust board.
Why the Trust didn’t take over Roslea GP practice
Following negotiations with Maple Group Practice in Lisnaskea, a new practice, Maple Healthcare, was formed in April 2017.