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.
Magic Wicklow Half Dozen Win Tailteann Team Of The Year Places After Summer Glory
From a thirteen-point hole at half-time in July, to having six platers named on the Team of the Year, to the Sam Maguire next summer.......... the Garden County is blooming !!!!!!!!
Blessington Woman Running Dublin Marathon For Kidney Charity
Alana McMahon is raising money for the Irish Kidney Association that has supported her family since her father was left in kidney failure.
Wicklow Crèche Worker Awaits Sentenced For Child Cruelty
Gardaí were alerted when a dislocated elbow was noticed by the child's father.
Bray Barrister Called to the Inner Bar
Neasa Bird SC was formally called to the Inner Bar at a ceremony in the Four Courts recently.
Garda Patrols To Increase in Greystones and Delgany Ahead of Hallowe'en
It follows concerns about anti-social behaviour in Dr. Ryan Park, Archers Wood and surrounding areas.
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