One in 20 older people who break their hip die in hospital, according to a Geriatric Consultant.
A new report from the Irish Hip Fracture Database highlights system shortfalls around specialist care for patients with a hip injury.
It's found only 17 percent were admitted to an orthopedic ward within the recommended four hours last year.
Not Yet Shaken Or Stirred: Greystones Actor Steps Into Young James Bond Role
The Name’s Bond.......... Patrick Bond
Storm Chandra Road Repairs Still “Under Consideration” As Local TD Warns Of Safety Risks
Brian Brennan is exasperated at the lack of movement in road repair funding for south Wicklow, five months on from Storm Chandra's impact.
Whale Theatre Secures €20,000 In National Grassroots Funding Boost
Greystones venue gets much-needed funding to maintain its popular output of varied forms of entertainment
Local Food & Foraging Crowns Young Wicklow Chef A Winner
Donal Byrne's Wicklow Rabbit Risotto is a celebration of rural living, honest ingredients and flavours of the land.
House In Delgany At The Centre of Burglary & Harassment Charges
Brian McDonagh has previously been charged with the production of a shotgun during a dispute, unlawful possession of a firearm, and the wilful obstruction of a sheriff, at the property.
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