Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland

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[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

Good hand hygiene is the best way to reduce the spread of infection. The AMRIC Hand Hygiene training on @HSE_HSeLanD is mandatory for all HSE staff and staff in HSE funded services. Infection prevention is a vital part of providing safe healthcare, and is all our responsibility.

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

Dr Aoibhinn Walsh and her Inclusion Health multidisciplinary team uphold this legacy of seeking out and providing care to children in vulnerable communities who otherwise cannot access the most basic of healthcare, including homeless, Roma, refugees and other disadvantaged groups

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

2/3The Lynn Clinic is named after Dr. Kathleen Lynn who established St. Ultan’s Hospital for Children in 1919 to provide care for the mothers+ children of the poor of Dublin’s inner city.

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

1/3 Many  hospitals were established to bring healthcare to deprived + underserved communities where no healthcare existed. CHI through Temple St.  Uni. Hospital carries on this proud tradition with the work of the Lynn Clinic in Summerhill in the North-East Inner City of Dublin.

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

It’s #ClinicalAudit Awareness Week 2025. We mark the synergy between human expertise & AI in enhancing clinical audits. By integrating AI's capabilities with human judgment, we're paving the way for smarter, more effective healthcare solutions. #CAAW25
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[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) causes antibiotics to become less effective in treating infection. A new survey from @roinnslainte and @agriculture_ie is seeking the public’s opinion to inform Ireland’s next National Action Plan for AMR. Have your say: https://t.co/5kxvgJeU75

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This week, the @IrishKidneyAs, supported by the HSE’s Organ Donation Transplant Ireland, is shining a light on the life-saving impact of #organdonation and the vital role families play in honouring your wishes. https://t.co/aoQxNGh1Aw
#LeaveNoDoubt #DonorWeek25

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

On #InternationalNursesDay, we celebrate nurses’ and student nurses compassion, resilience and expertise. This year we focus on health and wellbeing. When the nursing workforce is healthy, care improves for all. Thank you for all you do. #IND2025 #OurNursesOurFuture

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

This Monday, May 5th, join us in marking #WorldHandHygieneDay. Clean hands means reducing the risk of infection and being mindful of our own health, our patients, colleagues and families. #handhygiene  https://t.co/oQxE0cfwg7

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Everyday, throughout all the challenges we face in healthcare,midwives support women, babies & families during some of the most important moments of their lives. Today, I'm proud to celebrate #InternationalDayOfTheMidwife. Thank you #midwives and student midwives for all you do

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

The first national survey of people with End Stage Kidney Disease in Ireland reveals high satisfaction with care—80% of dialysis & 79% of transplant patients say it’s “the best it can be.” Patient voices will shape the future of renal care.https://t.co/uJXZiR5Pf7
@IrishKidneyAs

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

Bowel screening is a free, quick test you do at home. Just one test can help reduce the risk of developing bowel cancer over your lifetime.
If you’re aged 59 to 70, find out more about #BowelScreen at https://t.co/SSLfMLSXKe
#ChooseScreening #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth @NSShse

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

On #DoctorsDay2025, we celebrate the incredible work of HSE doctors. Your dedication, expertise, and compassion make a lasting impact every day. Thank you for your resilience and commitment to improving healthcare. #ThankYouDoctors #MedicalCareers

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

🌼 #DaffodilDay2025—a day to honour those impacted by cancer & support the incredible work of @IrishCancerSoc. Every daffodil worn is a symbol of hope. Grateful to the healthcare heroes changing lives daily. Together, let’s fund research & raise awareness:https://t.co/0tbYvKrffx

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

1 in 7 adults over 50 in Ireland has Chronic Kidney Disease, often with very few symptoms in early stages. Early detection is key to preventing serious complications. This #WorldKidneyDay, take a moment today to assess your risk with the Kidney Risk Quiz https://t.co/hUCQQJLvJw

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

Today is International Women’s Day. On this day, we recognise the contributions of our female colleagues, who represent 79% of our workforce across many different roles. Thank you for all that you do for #OurHealthService.

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

Bredeen Keane, retired school principal, in @stjamesdublin today. Bredeen is one of >25 patient volunteers in Brian Gough’s team, helping patients navigate their way around. Tagann an fhoireann i gcabhair ar na hothair uilig trí shaothar deonach. Tá muid thar a bheith buíoch leo

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Today is #WorldObesityDay. Obesity affects 60% of adults & 1 in 5 children in Ireland.

The HSE is committed to tackling obesity with a structured Model of Care. Learn more about how we are improving obesity in Ireland:https://t.co/pfhZMXC0ZN

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

Today is #HPVAwarenessDay – a reminder that HPV vaccination saves lives.

HPV causes over 600 cancers in Ireland each year. The HSE offers free HPV vaccines to eligible young people.

Learn more: https://t.co/nu0DBHRoFo

[Dr Colm Henry, CCO HSE Ireland @CcoHse]

Over 300M+ people worldwide—and 300K in Ireland—are living with a #raredisease. Many rare diseases have a genetic origin, making early diagnosis and specialist care crucial. The HSE’s new Genomic Test Directory is paving the way for faster, more accurate care. #RareDiseaseDay