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.
Wicklow TD Stands Down From AI Chair Amid Drink-driving Investigation
"I am stepping down totally without prejudice to the ongoing legal process arising from my arrest on suspicion of drink driving." Malcolm Byrne TD
Nature Minister Condemns ‘illegal’ Fire within Wicklow Mountains
"Nesting season is a time for growth and for the future survival of our rarest birds and wildlife. That makes this act particularly cruel.”
Wicklow RNLI Rescue Stricken Pair After Capsize Of Rowing Boat
Wicklow RNLI crew launch quick rescue after two people stranded in Wicklow harbour on Wednesday
Wicklow Charges Ahead As One Of Ireland’s EV Capitals
Wicklow is now one of just four counties in the country where electric vehicles are the single best-selling new car type — ahead of hybrids and petrol models.
Confirmation of Croke Park for Katie Taylor Expected by Friday
Taylor committed to fighting in Dublin only for the final fight of her professional career, earlier this year.
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