Coombe Women & Infants University Hospital recruiting 29 midwives
Do you know someone who should apply? The Coombe Women & Infants University Hospital has today announced that it is recruiting for 29 new midwives as it marks International Day of the Midwife 2022, a worldwide celebration of midwives and their dedicated work. The vacant posts include Staff Midwives, Community Midwives, Clinical Midwifery Specialists, Clinical […]
4 years ago
The Coombe faces backlash over “misleading” note given to expectant mum
“That is absolutely disgraceful” The Coombe has been hit with backlash over a note that was given to an expectant mum. The woman was attending the hospital for an antenatal appointment. She was expected to circle yes or no for questions about her health and baby before her appointment. The woman’s friend shared the photo […]
4 years ago
Investigation underway following overnight cyberattack at The Coombe
It occurred last night. The Coombe Women and Infants University Hospital in Dublin has confirmed that there was a cyberattack at the hospital overnight. While services are continuing to run as normal on Thursday, a statement has said that there is now an investigation into the attack that occurred last night. “We wish to reassure […]
4 years ago
The Coombe apologises for failings in care to mum who died last Christmas
The Coombe has apologised for failings in care to a mum who died last Christmas. 24-year-old Karen McEvoy died of sepsis just a week after giving birth to her third child. She passed away on Christmas Day, 2018. The mum-of-three gave birth to her baby girl Ruby on December 18th, 2018. Ms McEvoy then fell […]
4 years ago
Babies born on the same day at Dublin hospital reunite for 30th birthday
Their mothers struck up a friendship and a tradition was born. Three babies who were born on the same day at the same hospital have reunited for their 30th birthday. Caoimhe Whelan, Eoin Conlan and Patrick Quinlan were all born within twelves hours of one another in August 1991 at the Coombe Women & Infants […]
5 years ago
The Coombe Women & Infants University Hospital launches public Fertility Hub
Approximately one in six couples in Ireland experience infertility. But unfortunately, seeking help for fertility issues has up until now been an expensive route for individuals or couples seeking to start – or grow – their families. However, today, the Coombe Women & Infants University Hospital has announced the launch of its new, public Fertility […]
5 years ago