NEWLY re-appointed Health Minister Robin Swann has been urged to commit to restoring emergency general surgery (EGS) at the SWAH. Campaign group Save Our Acute Services has already written to Minister Swann requesting an urgent meeting on the situation. The decision by the Western Trust to withdraw the EGS service at the Enniskillen hospital was announced a […]
People power and politics saved SWAH stroke unit
The importance of having a politically accountable Health Minister in place has been highlighted by the revelation.
‘Trust was given no permission to do this’
THE FERMANAGH man who was special advisor (SpAd) to Robin Swann has confirmed the then Minister of Health rejected requests from the Western Trust to suspended SWAH emergency general surgery (EGS) and instead asked it to produce a risk assessment for the move, which it failed to do. The Trust then announced the suspension of […]
‘Real progress’ towards reopening of SWAH neonatal unit
A number of posts have been filled at the embattled unit, however training is ongoing.
SWAH’s Human Milk Bank sees demand soar
The Enniskillen-based milk bank helped 844 babies last year.
SWAH stroke unit saved after six year battle
Following huge local pressure, the review that could have seen the award-winning unit closed has been abandoned, at least for the time being.
Fermanagh public urged to have say on emergemcy care
“I urge everyone to consider and respond to the proposals set out in this important consultation.”
Fermanagh on next stage of health hub roll out
“The MDT Programme has been a key priority for me and work has been ongoing on developing plans for the further roll-out of the model.”
Enniskillen PCR test centre to close next month
“The new policy reflects the new realities of the pandemic.”
Fermanagh public urged to stay safe this New Year’s Eve
Health Minister Robin Swann has urged revellers to limit their contacts.