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What is the leading cause of women’s deaths worldwide? Many would mistakenly say breast cancer.

University Hospital Galway has warned that its Emergency Department is extremely busy today (Tuesday) with a high number of people awaiting admission for further treatment, and some elective procedures being postponed due to the pressure on beds.

There is much excitement ahead of herbalist Patrick Murphy’s upcoming Health & Wellness Open Day, set to take place at the Clayton Hotel, Briarhill, Galway city, on Saturday, 4th July 2026, from 9:00am until 6:00pm.

Residents of Galway and the surrounding areas are invited to meet renowned herbalist Patrick Murphy at a special Health and Wellness Open Day taking place at the Clayton Hotel, Briarhill, Galway, on Saturday, July 4, from 9am to 6pm.

My interest in vaccines and science began at a young age. However, it is only now in Transition Year that I have had the chance to explore this interest properly.

The year, 1981, remains the last time Galway lifted a Division One National Football League title, a statistic that still jars when you consider the calibre of footballers who have worn the maroon and white in the interim.

It’s mid January and by now, after the excesses of Christmas, your thoughts may be turning to a healthier lifestyle. If you were one of the unlucky people to be struck down with the flu and are still wiping your fevered brow and coughing and spluttering or are slowing regaining your energy, then good health may well be a priority for you for the new year.

University Hospital Galway has been under significant pressure this week with high attendances in the ED, the hospital treating multiple patients with flu, and managing a Norovirus outbreak.

Visiting restrictions have been put in place at University Hospital Galway today (Tuesday ) in response to increased pressure on several wards, including the hospital's Emergency Department.

The Emergency Department at University Hospital Galway is extremely busy today with high numbers of people attending the department who need to be admitted to hospital for ongoing treatment. The increase in patients awaiting admission has also seen a number of elective procedures postponed.