South Kerry CAMHS Whistleblower Plans New Clinic in Killarney
A whistleblower from South Kerry CAMHS is bringing their expertise to Killarney with plans to open a new clinic in August, addressing a huge demand for mental health services.
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Irish Minister thanks whistleblower for exposing Kerry CAMHS concerns
Ireland's Minister of State for Mental Health, Mary Butler, has publicly thanked a whistleblower who brought to light significant concerns within the Kerry Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).
Reviews Detail 'Poor' Tusla Supervision in Rape Case, 'Policy Blocks' in Teen Suicide
Reviews into the death by suicide of a 14-year-old girl and the rape of another teenager while in foster care have been published, highlighting 'policy blocks' and inadequate communication between Tusla and CAMHS. One review specifically found Tusla supervision was 'poor' in the case where a girl was raped by a male relative acting as a carer.
Irish Family Receives Seven Apologies, Three Payouts in Camhs Crisis
A Kerry family received seven apologies and three payouts from the HSE after all seven of their children were harmed, neglected, and over-prescribed medications while accessing psychiatric services.
Whistleblower Dr. Maya Sharma Speaks on Camhs Scandal Impact
Dr. Maya Sharma, a whistleblower who exposed the Camhs scandal, stated that the experience 'destroyed' her life but expressed no regret, announcing plans to open a private practice.
PNA Calls on HSE to Halt Closure of Dublin CAMHS Unit
The Psychiatric Nurses Association is urging the HSE to pause its proposal to close a 10-bed Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services unit in Dublin.
North Kerry CAMHS Compensation Scheme Extended for Affected Patients
A non-adversarial compensation scheme for over 200 Child and Adult Mental Health Service (CAMHS) patients in North Kerry, Ireland, who were exposed to potential harm, has been extended following a review.
Emotional Impact of Kerry CAMHS Report
An Irish columnist shares a personal, emotional reaction to news regarding the experiences of children involved with the Kerry Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).
HSE Confirms New CAMHS Disability Appointments in Sligo and Leitrim
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has confirmed new appointments for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) disability cases in Sligo and Leitrim, prioritizing urgent needs.
Long Waiting Times for Child Mental Healthcare in Ireland
New figures reveal that over 240 children in Ireland are waiting 18 months or longer to access mental health services, raising concerns about significant delays in the Camhs system.
Kerry psychiatrist working from Middle East, cttee hears
A Health Committee has heard that around 60% of consultant psychiatrists for Kerry North Kerry Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) are never on site.