Measles is a highly infectious viral illness that can cause serious illness.

The best way to protect against measles is to ensure that you are vaccinated.

For more information on symptoms and the vaccination catch-up programme, visit: bit.ly/48uV10x

Today is #InternationalNursesDay . Nurses work tirelessly to ensure patients receive endless care and attention. We extend a huge thank you to every nurse and student nurse in Ireland and abroad on this day, we really appreciate your hard work and compassion. #IND2024

Our last two open evening events took place in Carlow and Kilkenny last Wednesday evening. We had lots of interest in roles and what life was like working in the Ambulance Service. Thanks to all the staff who supported these events, without your support they wouldn't be possible

You should always call 999 or 112 in the case of an emergency, but if you urgently need to see a GP outside of their clinic hours, there are services available.

Find out more about GP out of hours services in your area: www2.hse.ie/services/find-…

My amazing Univ Hosp Waterford Pharmacist colleague Eoin Tabb has launched the Irish Haematology Oncology Podcast last week and the first episode is already out! Some great topics lined up be sure to subscribe!

podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/irish…

It's a gorgeous day, so make sure you're wearing suncream! ☀️

UV rays are strongest in Ireland from 11am to 3pm so it's important to protect yourself and keep very small children out of the sun during that period.

📸Photo taken in Castletownbeare, Cork with the islands behind.

Do you know the symptoms of a heart attack?

If you ever suspect the symptoms of a heart attack, dial 999 or 112 immediately and ask for an ambulance.

We'd like to congratulate NAS Critical Care & Retrieval Services and Irish Paediatric Acute Transport Service on being shortlisted for the 2024 Irish Healthcare Centre Child Health & Wellbeing Award for their Nurse led retrieval team.

Wishing all the team the very best of luck tonight!

While conducting a morning checkpoint in rural Wexford, Gardaí spotted the driver of this car turning away from them so they went off they took in pursuit.

They could see from their Automatic Number Plate Recognition system that the car wasn't insured or taxed, and had no NCT.

Does type 1 diabetes get in the way of the life you want? Meet our diabetes team who coordinate the remote DAFNE course in UHW- managing your diabetes from home- online learning which will fit in with work & home commitments
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The word FAST will help you recognise when a stroke is happening and what you need to do.

Call 112 or 999 immediately. The sooner a person gets treatment for a stroke, the less damage is likely to happen.

Find out more: bit.ly/3FvcSIN

Have you been thinking about cutting back or giving up alcohol?

See how embracing this lifestyle can improve your wellbeing: bit.ly/4btO81A

#AskAboutAlcohol | #TheRightToKnow

If you need help for your mental health during the long weekend, reach out and talk to someone you can trust or find supports and services on our website: bit.ly/3WxgZxw

You can also call Samaritans on 116123 or text HELLO to 50808 to use the Spunout Text About It…

Learn how the Enhanced Community Care programme is improving health outcomes and experiences for patients across Ireland including reduction in waiting lists in this RTÉ Radio 1 interview with Dr Orlaith O'Reilly.

Listen here: rte.ie/radio/radio1/c…

#EnhancedCommunityCare

Our staff and services will be busy this #BankHoliday weekend, working hard to care for all those who need it.

Please only call and ambulance in an emergency and if you need care, consider all your options.

Recently advertised competitions in National Ambulance Service 🇮🇪🚑

📚Student Paramedic bit.ly/4aMwUfV
🚑EMT bit.ly/3Uusrso
☎️EMC (Call taker) bit.ly

Always call 999 if you suspect a drug overdose.

Sharing any information you have about what drug was taken can be extremely helpful, and ensures that the best care can be provided as quickly as possible.

Look after yourself and care for others if using drugs this weekend.

Be prepared in case you experience sun glare ☀️
✔️ Keep your screen clean inside and out
✔️ Top up windshield washer fluid
✔️ Check your wipers
✔️ Carry sunglasses
✔️ Stay vigilant at junctions & bends
✔️ Watch for vulnerable road users
✔️ Slow down & be ready to stop

There was a 16% increase in life-threatening cardiac calls and a 5% increase in life-threatening illness or injury calls in March, compared to the same period last year.

Please only call and ambulance in an emergency and if you need care, consider all your options.

Such a wonderful start to the day, Lovely greeting for all the staff as they arrived to work this am #dawnchorus #wonderfulday 'milliún buíochas leis na hamhránaithe'
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