Tralee News from The Kerryman

The great GPCE failure

In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic as Ireland battles an unparalleled existential crisis, it is sometimes easy to forget that just 10 years ago the country was caught up in another global fire-storm, this time an economic one.

Publish: Wednesday 23rd September 6:30am

Ambulance delays are not delays in responding - NAS

Despite 27 instances where 999/112 callers were left to wait over an hour for an ambulance in Kerry during 2020 Quarter One, the National Ambulance Service (NAS) has insisted that there are no delays when it comes to treating the individuals subject to such calls - as the call-taker can instruct the caller on what to do while emergency services are en-route.

Publish: Wednesday 23rd September 6:30am

Historic bog plot revealed in Banna

It was a sight Banna native Donal Dowling had never previously seen in his 70-plus years walking the famous strand of his home.

Publish: Wednesday 23rd September 6:30am

Dementia: Twelve ways to help reduce our risk

There are over 400 different types of dementia, the most common of which are Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia. Symptoms of dementia include memory loss, confusion with time or place, difficulty communicating, changes in behaviour and issues with problem-solving.

Publish: Wednesday 23rd September 6:30am

A matter of life and death

Fenit Pier is a disaster waiting to happen according to Sinn Féin Cllr Deirdre Ferris after members of Fenit lifeboat were delayed in responding to an emergency call-out on Sunday because of parked cars along the pier.

Publish: Wednesday 23rd September 6:30am

Kerry people are urged to go 'Up the Hill for Jack and Jill'

The Jack & Jill Children's Foundation is asking people to support local and donate local by going "Up the Hill for Jack & Jill" this October.

Publish: Wednesday 23rd September 6:30am

'After six long months, it's good to be back racing'

When you can hear the dogs barking in the backyards of Listowel from the main stand on day one of the Harvest Festival, something's different.

Publish: Wednesday 23rd September 6:30am

Up to 40 Kerry drivers needed to transport cancer patients for chemo

The Irish Cancer Society has said it needs up to 40 volunteer drivers countywide to bring Kerry patients to hospital treatments - with applicants especially needed around Kerry's main towns.

Publish: Wednesday 23rd September 6:30am

Focus on mental health: 'Everyone thinks depression needs a reason... that's not the case'

Erin Halpin is no stranger to mental health struggles. These difficulties really came to the forefront in 2017 when she was completing her Leaving Certificate.

Publish: Wednesday 23rd September 6:30am

Doctor: People are generally more on edge, that's the key observation

Dr Eamonn Shanahan of Farranfore Medical Centre says that while he hasn't witnessed any exponential rise in people presenting with mental health problems, he is detecting an overriding sense of anxiety in the community as people grapple with ongoing uncertainties over covid-19.

Publish: Wednesday 23rd September 6:30am

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