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Ranked #1 in the world for SDG3 'Good Health and Well-being' in the THE Impact Rankings 2025. RCSI is exclusively focused on education and research to drive improvements in human health worldwide.
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We're proud to announce that RCSI has ranked first in the world for “Good Health and Well-being” in the @timeshighered.bsky.social #SDG Impact Rankings 2025.
Over 1,780 universities participated in the #SDG3 ranking this year.
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Over 1,780 universities participated in the #SDG3 ranking this year.
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#THEGlobalImpact #THEUniRankings 🧵⬇️
RCSI has launched Ireland’s first national programme for robotic surgical training to support consistent standards of practice and training.
The launch took place at the Robotic and Technology Learning Village during the RCSI Charter Meeting.
Learn more 🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
The launch took place at the Robotic and Technology Learning Village during the RCSI Charter Meeting.
Learn more 🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
February 13, 2026 at 11:34 AM
RCSI has launched Ireland’s first national programme for robotic surgical training to support consistent standards of practice and training.
The launch took place at the Robotic and Technology Learning Village during the RCSI Charter Meeting.
Learn more 🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
The launch took place at the Robotic and Technology Learning Village during the RCSI Charter Meeting.
Learn more 🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
The RCSI HSE National Clinical Programme for Interventional Radiology has published Ireland's first national Model of Care for Interventional Radiology.
It sets out a framework to ensure high-quality, timely, safe and equitable interventional radiology services.
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It sets out a framework to ensure high-quality, timely, safe and equitable interventional radiology services.
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First national Model of Care for Interventional Radiology launched
The RCSI HSE National Clinical Programme for Interventional Radiology has today published Ireland's first national Model of Care for Interventional Radiology. More ...
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February 12, 2026 at 2:58 PM
The RCSI HSE National Clinical Programme for Interventional Radiology has published Ireland's first national Model of Care for Interventional Radiology.
It sets out a framework to ensure high-quality, timely, safe and equitable interventional radiology services.
🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
It sets out a framework to ensure high-quality, timely, safe and equitable interventional radiology services.
🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
The RCSI National Clinical Programmes have published their first annual report.
It outlines progress made over the past year in improving patient care, strengthening clinical governance and supporting more consistent service delivery across Ireland’s health system.
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It outlines progress made over the past year in improving patient care, strengthening clinical governance and supporting more consistent service delivery across Ireland’s health system.
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RCSI National Clinical Programmes Annual Report highlights progress in patient care and system improvement
The National Clinical Programmes Annual Report 2025 outlines the significant progress made by the programmes over the past year in improving patient care. More ...
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February 11, 2026 at 3:02 PM
The RCSI National Clinical Programmes have published their first annual report.
It outlines progress made over the past year in improving patient care, strengthening clinical governance and supporting more consistent service delivery across Ireland’s health system.
➡️ www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
It outlines progress made over the past year in improving patient care, strengthening clinical governance and supporting more consistent service delivery across Ireland’s health system.
➡️ www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
This weekend RCSI celebrated its annual Teddy Bear Hospital in aid of Oscar's Kids Ireland.
Over 600 children brought teddies for check-ups and surgical procedures. The children were able to explore 16 stations including x–ray, dentistry, phlebotomy and mental health.
www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
Over 600 children brought teddies for check-ups and surgical procedures. The children were able to explore 16 stations including x–ray, dentistry, phlebotomy and mental health.
www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
February 9, 2026 at 11:23 AM
This weekend RCSI celebrated its annual Teddy Bear Hospital in aid of Oscar's Kids Ireland.
Over 600 children brought teddies for check-ups and surgical procedures. The children were able to explore 16 stations including x–ray, dentistry, phlebotomy and mental health.
www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
Over 600 children brought teddies for check-ups and surgical procedures. The children were able to explore 16 stations including x–ray, dentistry, phlebotomy and mental health.
www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
RCSI is delighted to be awarded the TrustEd Ireland mark, recognising our commitment to our international learners.
We will continue to deliver world-class education with the highest standards in student support services across our global campuses.
#RCSIeducate
@rcsi-quality.bsky.social
We will continue to deliver world-class education with the highest standards in student support services across our global campuses.
#RCSIeducate
@rcsi-quality.bsky.social
February 6, 2026 at 5:33 PM
RCSI is delighted to be awarded the TrustEd Ireland mark, recognising our commitment to our international learners.
We will continue to deliver world-class education with the highest standards in student support services across our global campuses.
#RCSIeducate
@rcsi-quality.bsky.social
We will continue to deliver world-class education with the highest standards in student support services across our global campuses.
#RCSIeducate
@rcsi-quality.bsky.social
While many universities have policies to support students’ mental health, this is not always extended to staff.
Barry Holmes, RCSI Director of HR, speaks in this article about RCSI's approach to staff mental health and the importance of culture.
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Barry Holmes, RCSI Director of HR, speaks in this article about RCSI's approach to staff mental health and the importance of culture.
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Supporting staff mental health ‘requires culture shift’
Mental health policies need to be more than just a ‘tick-box’ exercise or risk falling flat, university HR leaders say
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February 5, 2026 at 4:16 PM
While many universities have policies to support students’ mental health, this is not always extended to staff.
Barry Holmes, RCSI Director of HR, speaks in this article about RCSI's approach to staff mental health and the importance of culture.
🔗 www.timeshighereducation.com/world-univer...
Barry Holmes, RCSI Director of HR, speaks in this article about RCSI's approach to staff mental health and the importance of culture.
🔗 www.timeshighereducation.com/world-univer...
The RCSI Dubai team will return to WHX Dubai on 9 Feb with Leading with Precision – Surgical Leadership in Action.
This day-long masterclass will focus on leadership, communication and teamwork in surgical settings.
Tickets are available here: www.worldhealthexpo.com/events/healt...
This day-long masterclass will focus on leadership, communication and teamwork in surgical settings.
Tickets are available here: www.worldhealthexpo.com/events/healt...
Get Your Ticket | World Health Expo Dubai
Three ticket options to explore the latest healthcare solutions from over 4,000 exhibitors across 4 show days.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:12 PM
The RCSI Dubai team will return to WHX Dubai on 9 Feb with Leading with Precision – Surgical Leadership in Action.
This day-long masterclass will focus on leadership, communication and teamwork in surgical settings.
Tickets are available here: www.worldhealthexpo.com/events/healt...
This day-long masterclass will focus on leadership, communication and teamwork in surgical settings.
Tickets are available here: www.worldhealthexpo.com/events/healt...
RCSI has launched 'A Framework for Surgical Clinical Governance' to strengthen safety, accountability and quality improvement across surgery in Ireland.
It follows the largest-ever consultation by RCSI, with surgeons across specialities and hospitals contributing.
🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
It follows the largest-ever consultation by RCSI, with surgeons across specialities and hospitals contributing.
🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
RCSI launches new Framework for Surgical Clinical Governance
The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) has today launched 'A Framework for Surgical Clinical Governance', a comprehensive national framework designed to strengthen patient safety, accountabil...
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February 4, 2026 at 10:48 AM
RCSI has launched 'A Framework for Surgical Clinical Governance' to strengthen safety, accountability and quality improvement across surgery in Ireland.
It follows the largest-ever consultation by RCSI, with surgeons across specialities and hospitals contributing.
🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
It follows the largest-ever consultation by RCSI, with surgeons across specialities and hospitals contributing.
🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
Research led by The University of Edinburgh, in collaboration with RCSI's Dr Edmund Gilbert, has mapped the genetics of haemochromatosis across the UK and Ireland.
The study analysed data from 400,000 people and identified hotspots in Irish and Scottish populations.
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The study analysed data from 400,000 people and identified hotspots in Irish and Scottish populations.
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February 3, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Research led by The University of Edinburgh, in collaboration with RCSI's Dr Edmund Gilbert, has mapped the genetics of haemochromatosis across the UK and Ireland.
The study analysed data from 400,000 people and identified hotspots in Irish and Scottish populations.
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The study analysed data from 400,000 people and identified hotspots in Irish and Scottish populations.
➡️ www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
The new Charter Meeting bonus episode of the RCSI Safe and Sound podcast featuring Dr Sudipto Das is now live!
The conversation covers topics including RCSI's AI strategy, digital health, challenges of data capture and ethical concerns.
Listen on Spotify here ➡️ open.spotify.com/episode/4zZO...
The conversation covers topics including RCSI's AI strategy, digital health, challenges of data capture and ethical concerns.
Listen on Spotify here ➡️ open.spotify.com/episode/4zZO...
February 3, 2026 at 1:32 PM
The new Charter Meeting bonus episode of the RCSI Safe and Sound podcast featuring Dr Sudipto Das is now live!
The conversation covers topics including RCSI's AI strategy, digital health, challenges of data capture and ethical concerns.
Listen on Spotify here ➡️ open.spotify.com/episode/4zZO...
The conversation covers topics including RCSI's AI strategy, digital health, challenges of data capture and ethical concerns.
Listen on Spotify here ➡️ open.spotify.com/episode/4zZO...
New research shows self-harm among Irish adolescents is increasing.
This analysis of more than 20,000 Planet Youth survey responses highlights an urgent need to expand accessible youth mental health services.
Read more: www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
#RCSIdiscover @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social
This analysis of more than 20,000 Planet Youth survey responses highlights an urgent need to expand accessible youth mental health services.
Read more: www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
#RCSIdiscover @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social
Worrying rise in self-harm among adolescents, with trans, gender diverse and early school leavers most at risk
New research has found that repeated self-harm is increasing, particularly among females. More ...
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January 29, 2026 at 4:04 PM
New research shows self-harm among Irish adolescents is increasing.
This analysis of more than 20,000 Planet Youth survey responses highlights an urgent need to expand accessible youth mental health services.
Read more: www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
#RCSIdiscover @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social
This analysis of more than 20,000 Planet Youth survey responses highlights an urgent need to expand accessible youth mental health services.
Read more: www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
#RCSIdiscover @kingscollegelondon.bsky.social
The first Humanarium exhibition, ‘Heart: more than a beat’ will launch on Thursday, 12 February!
Mark your calendars and get ready to learn about the extraordinary, complex machine at the heart of our lives.
Find out more at www.humanarium.ie/exhibitions/
#Humanarium #SDGs
Mark your calendars and get ready to learn about the extraordinary, complex machine at the heart of our lives.
Find out more at www.humanarium.ie/exhibitions/
#Humanarium #SDGs
January 28, 2026 at 3:01 PM
The first Humanarium exhibition, ‘Heart: more than a beat’ will launch on Thursday, 12 February!
Mark your calendars and get ready to learn about the extraordinary, complex machine at the heart of our lives.
Find out more at www.humanarium.ie/exhibitions/
#Humanarium #SDGs
Mark your calendars and get ready to learn about the extraordinary, complex machine at the heart of our lives.
Find out more at www.humanarium.ie/exhibitions/
#Humanarium #SDGs
The number of babies born to women over 40 in Ireland has risen by more than 21% in the last decade.
RCSI's Professor Fergal Malone discusses the changing landscape of motherhood in Ireland in the @irishtimes.com: tinyurl.com/339ykvzj
RCSI's Professor Fergal Malone discusses the changing landscape of motherhood in Ireland in the @irishtimes.com: tinyurl.com/339ykvzj
Motherhood after 40: Why are women having children at an older age, and why does it matter?
Pregnancy over 40 would once have raised an eyebrow, but not any more. For an increasing number of parents, having a child when they are older is no accident
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January 27, 2026 at 5:35 PM
The number of babies born to women over 40 in Ireland has risen by more than 21% in the last decade.
RCSI's Professor Fergal Malone discusses the changing landscape of motherhood in Ireland in the @irishtimes.com: tinyurl.com/339ykvzj
RCSI's Professor Fergal Malone discusses the changing landscape of motherhood in Ireland in the @irishtimes.com: tinyurl.com/339ykvzj
A new study shows young people in Ireland are increasingly being diagnosed with spinal cord damage from recreational use of nitrous oxide.
Led by Prof Seamus Looby of RCSI and Beaumont Hospital, the findings show cases have spiked since the pandemic.
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#RCSIdiscover
Led by Prof Seamus Looby of RCSI and Beaumont Hospital, the findings show cases have spiked since the pandemic.
🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
#RCSIdiscover
January 23, 2026 at 5:01 PM
A new study shows young people in Ireland are increasingly being diagnosed with spinal cord damage from recreational use of nitrous oxide.
Led by Prof Seamus Looby of RCSI and Beaumont Hospital, the findings show cases have spiked since the pandemic.
🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
#RCSIdiscover
Led by Prof Seamus Looby of RCSI and Beaumont Hospital, the findings show cases have spiked since the pandemic.
🔗 www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
#RCSIdiscover
@futureneuro.bsky.social has launched the second call for the NeuroAdapt Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship.
Fellows will shape the future of brain research and work with leading experts in neurodiagnostics, neurotherapeutics and digital health.
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Fellows will shape the future of brain research and work with leading experts in neurodiagnostics, neurotherapeutics and digital health.
➡️ futureneurocentre.ie/neuroadapt/a...
January 22, 2026 at 1:37 PM
@futureneuro.bsky.social has launched the second call for the NeuroAdapt Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship.
Fellows will shape the future of brain research and work with leading experts in neurodiagnostics, neurotherapeutics and digital health.
➡️ futureneurocentre.ie/neuroadapt/a...
Fellows will shape the future of brain research and work with leading experts in neurodiagnostics, neurotherapeutics and digital health.
➡️ futureneurocentre.ie/neuroadapt/a...
The Research Spotlight Series launched at Beaumont Hospital this week, bringing together the research community to showcase excellence and innovation.
The inaugural session featured engaging presentations from Professor Siobhán Glavey and Professor Jarushka Naidoo.
#RCSIdiscover
The inaugural session featured engaging presentations from Professor Siobhán Glavey and Professor Jarushka Naidoo.
#RCSIdiscover
January 22, 2026 at 9:24 AM
The Research Spotlight Series launched at Beaumont Hospital this week, bringing together the research community to showcase excellence and innovation.
The inaugural session featured engaging presentations from Professor Siobhán Glavey and Professor Jarushka Naidoo.
#RCSIdiscover
The inaugural session featured engaging presentations from Professor Siobhán Glavey and Professor Jarushka Naidoo.
#RCSIdiscover
Autistic students considering third-level education frequently face unseen challenges that can negatively affect their experience.
Jennifer Duffy, from RCSI's EDI unit explores the supports offered by RCSI: www.irishexaminer.com/special-repo...
Jennifer Duffy, from RCSI's EDI unit explores the supports offered by RCSI: www.irishexaminer.com/special-repo...
Navigating college in increasingly autism-friendly Ireland
DCU, NCI, ATU Sligo, IT Dundalk and RCSI have taken a lead with autism-friendly student supports, with more colleges in the pipeline
www.irishexaminer.com
January 20, 2026 at 5:24 PM
Autistic students considering third-level education frequently face unseen challenges that can negatively affect their experience.
Jennifer Duffy, from RCSI's EDI unit explores the supports offered by RCSI: www.irishexaminer.com/special-repo...
Jennifer Duffy, from RCSI's EDI unit explores the supports offered by RCSI: www.irishexaminer.com/special-repo...
The Beaumont RCSI Irish Cancer Society Lung Health Check has reached a major milestone, with its first curative lung cancer surgeries.
More than 1,700 people have been screened to date, helping detect cancer early and enable life-saving treatment.
Learn more via RTE ⬇️
www.rte.ie/news/health/...
More than 1,700 people have been screened to date, helping detect cancer early and enable life-saving treatment.
Learn more via RTE ⬇️
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Lung health programme leads to several curative surgeries
Seven people have had curative surgery as part of the first pilot Lung Health Check Programme of its kind, funded by the Irish Cancer Society (ICS), with another seven patients due to have surgery in ...
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January 19, 2026 at 5:33 PM
The Beaumont RCSI Irish Cancer Society Lung Health Check has reached a major milestone, with its first curative lung cancer surgeries.
More than 1,700 people have been screened to date, helping detect cancer early and enable life-saving treatment.
Learn more via RTE ⬇️
www.rte.ie/news/health/...
More than 1,700 people have been screened to date, helping detect cancer early and enable life-saving treatment.
Learn more via RTE ⬇️
www.rte.ie/news/health/...
The US unveiled a revised food pyramid, reshaping how healthy eating is communicated.
Dr Cathal O'Hara and Dr Gráinne Kent from the RCSI School of Population Health explain the key changes and why this matters for long-term health.
Read more ⬇️
@rcsipophealth.bsky.social @uk.theconversation.com
Dr Cathal O'Hara and Dr Gráinne Kent from the RCSI School of Population Health explain the key changes and why this matters for long-term health.
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@rcsipophealth.bsky.social @uk.theconversation.com
America’s new food pyramid – what’s changed and why?
New US food pyramid recommends saturated fats as healthy – despite links to heart disease.
theconversation.com
January 19, 2026 at 11:09 AM
The US unveiled a revised food pyramid, reshaping how healthy eating is communicated.
Dr Cathal O'Hara and Dr Gráinne Kent from the RCSI School of Population Health explain the key changes and why this matters for long-term health.
Read more ⬇️
@rcsipophealth.bsky.social @uk.theconversation.com
Dr Cathal O'Hara and Dr Gráinne Kent from the RCSI School of Population Health explain the key changes and why this matters for long-term health.
Read more ⬇️
@rcsipophealth.bsky.social @uk.theconversation.com
Prof Antonino Spinelli will deliver the prestigious Johnson & Johnson Lecture at the upcoming 2026 RCSI Charter Meeting on Thursday, 12 February.
His lecture will consider how emerging technologies are reshaping surgical training.
View the programme and register here: www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
His lecture will consider how emerging technologies are reshaping surgical training.
View the programme and register here: www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
January 16, 2026 at 6:06 PM
Prof Antonino Spinelli will deliver the prestigious Johnson & Johnson Lecture at the upcoming 2026 RCSI Charter Meeting on Thursday, 12 February.
His lecture will consider how emerging technologies are reshaping surgical training.
View the programme and register here: www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
His lecture will consider how emerging technologies are reshaping surgical training.
View the programme and register here: www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
Congratulations to Prof Niall Pender on his appointment as Honorary Clinical Director of the Huntington’s Disease Association of Ireland (HDAI).
This appointment recognises his expertise in neuropsychology and longstanding commitment to HDAI and the Huntington’s disease community.
#RCSIdiscover
This appointment recognises his expertise in neuropsychology and longstanding commitment to HDAI and the Huntington’s disease community.
#RCSIdiscover
January 14, 2026 at 1:16 PM
Congratulations to Prof Niall Pender on his appointment as Honorary Clinical Director of the Huntington’s Disease Association of Ireland (HDAI).
This appointment recognises his expertise in neuropsychology and longstanding commitment to HDAI and the Huntington’s disease community.
#RCSIdiscover
This appointment recognises his expertise in neuropsychology and longstanding commitment to HDAI and the Huntington’s disease community.
#RCSIdiscover
We were delighted to welcome over 350 future healthcare and health sciences leaders to our 2026 Open Day!
Prospective students explored life at RCSI with interactive workshops, campus tours and talks from educators and current students.
Learn more 🔗 rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
Prospective students explored life at RCSI with interactive workshops, campus tours and talks from educators and current students.
Learn more 🔗 rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
January 12, 2026 at 3:26 PM
We were delighted to welcome over 350 future healthcare and health sciences leaders to our 2026 Open Day!
Prospective students explored life at RCSI with interactive workshops, campus tours and talks from educators and current students.
Learn more 🔗 rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
Prospective students explored life at RCSI with interactive workshops, campus tours and talks from educators and current students.
Learn more 🔗 rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
Experience the future of surgery at the 2026 Charter Meeting.
The Robotic and Technology Learning Village will offer delegates the chance to get hands-on with multiple next-generation robotic platforms and emerging technologies.
Register for Charter ➡️ rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
The Robotic and Technology Learning Village will offer delegates the chance to get hands-on with multiple next-generation robotic platforms and emerging technologies.
Register for Charter ➡️ rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
January 9, 2026 at 12:35 PM
Experience the future of surgery at the 2026 Charter Meeting.
The Robotic and Technology Learning Village will offer delegates the chance to get hands-on with multiple next-generation robotic platforms and emerging technologies.
Register for Charter ➡️ rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
The Robotic and Technology Learning Village will offer delegates the chance to get hands-on with multiple next-generation robotic platforms and emerging technologies.
Register for Charter ➡️ rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
Two RCSI researchers have secured over €400K through the @hrbireland.bsky.social Applied Partnership Awards.
Their projects focus on strengthening paramedic mental health training and co-producing mental health supports for children with disabilities.
🔗 www.hrb.ie/hrb/minister...
#RCSIdiscover
Their projects focus on strengthening paramedic mental health training and co-producing mental health supports for children with disabilities.
🔗 www.hrb.ie/hrb/minister...
#RCSIdiscover
January 8, 2026 at 12:09 PM
Two RCSI researchers have secured over €400K through the @hrbireland.bsky.social Applied Partnership Awards.
Their projects focus on strengthening paramedic mental health training and co-producing mental health supports for children with disabilities.
🔗 www.hrb.ie/hrb/minister...
#RCSIdiscover
Their projects focus on strengthening paramedic mental health training and co-producing mental health supports for children with disabilities.
🔗 www.hrb.ie/hrb/minister...
#RCSIdiscover
Our free Sustainable Healthcare course is now available in Spanish, expanding access to education on sustainable healthcare practices globally.
Fully online, this free CPD course is designed to be flexible and accessible, broadening participation.
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#RCSIeducate
Fully online, this free CPD course is designed to be flexible and accessible, broadening participation.
➡️ rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
#RCSIeducate
January 7, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Our free Sustainable Healthcare course is now available in Spanish, expanding access to education on sustainable healthcare practices globally.
Fully online, this free CPD course is designed to be flexible and accessible, broadening participation.
➡️ rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
#RCSIeducate
Fully online, this free CPD course is designed to be flexible and accessible, broadening participation.
➡️ rcsi.com/dublin/news-...
#RCSIeducate