CONCERN is growing that Fermanagh patients are missing out on crucial tests that could catch serious diseases before they become life-threatening, due to the Covid backlog. Over recent weeks a number of local GPs have told the Herald they are worried about the growing delays facing patients awaiting diagnostic tests and investigations, after many procedures […]
Public now urged to wear face masks
“Crucially, face coverings must not lead to any false sense of security about the level of protection provided.”
Contagion could result in alarming doctor shortage
IT IS ALREADY widely accepted that we have a chronic shortage of GPs in Fermanagh, but if the coronavirus spreads locally, the situation could get a lot worse. With healthcare workers on the frontline, if the virus spreads locally it is inevitable some staff will come in contact with Covid-19 patients. If that happens, those […]
Doctor insists merger will secure long-term future
Dr Brendan O’Hare says the Derrylin plan is ‘completely different’ from Roslea move
Doctor’s winter warning on vital flu vaccine
Almost 30 years ago, Dr Brendan O’Hare had his own close call with death after contracting Encephalitis after a bad dose of flu.
Patients in urgent need face five year surgery wait
Shocking new GP figures obtained by the Fermanagh Herald reveal reality of waiting lists
