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UG research recommends national plan to address Traveller mental health needs

University of Galway research is recommending the implementation of a national plan to help address the mental health needs of Travellers.
The study was carried out by The HSE network of Mental Health Service Coordinators for Travellers and the university's Health Promotion Research Centre.
Seventeen Traveller peer researchers were employed to collect data in 10 counties through group discussions and individual interviews. 
The data highlights the importance of engaging with the Traveller community in creating supports that are culturally appropriate and accessible.
Julie Duke is a Traveller Mental Health Peer Support Worker with the HSE, and she says engaging with members of the community is crucial:

Galway medtech firm makes breakthrough in vascular blockages treatment

A Galway medtech firm is celebrating the success of a pilot study which represents a breakthrough in vascular blockages treatment.
VERSONO Medical, based in Parkmore West, has created a device which has been found to be effective in treating arterial blockages.
The study findings of the FastWire device have been revealed at a leading medical conference in Chicago 
CEO of VERSONO, Finbar Dolan, explains how the device will help doctors on the ground: 

Report finds no HAP properties available to rent in Galway city

Galway included in Status Yellow fog warning this morning

Galway is included in a Status Yellow fog warning this morning, with drivers warned to take extra care.
The warning came into effect last evening, with Met Éireann saying dense fog is leading to impaired visibility in much of the country.
The alert is affecting all counties bar Dublin, Meath, Louth and Wicklow - and is due to remain in place until 11 o'clock.
Climatologist Cathal Nolan from Ireland's Weather Channel says dense fog patches are leading to very poor driving conditions in some places:

Contingency plans in place for potential flooding along Curraghline stretch of N84

Galway County Council has confirmed it has contingency plans in place for any potential flooding along the Curraghline stretch of the N84 Headford Road. 
The matter was raised at a meeting this week by Councillor Andrew Reddington, who noted that water levels in the Clare River along this vital commuter artery are extremely high. 
Council management said while they're aware of the high water levels, there's little they can do if the river does burst its banks. 
But they said everything that can be done has been done - with boots ready to go on the ground, signage prepared, and diversionary routes selected. 
Councillor Reddington says flooding along the Curraghline can have devastating consequences. 

Eyrecourt man appointed to key role in leading tractor brand

Works to begin on Claregalway traffic calming and flood relief project early next year

Údaras na Gaeltachta to lead €3.2m European tourism project launched today

Gardaí renew appeal for witnesses to serious road collision in city

Gardaí in Galway city are renewing their appeal for witnesses to a serious road traffic accident in Westside.
A cyclist was taken to UHG for serious injuries following a collision with a van on the Letteragh Road on Monday October 16th.
Gardaí are appealing to witnesses, or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward
Speaking to Galway Talks, Garda Marcus Flynn, gives more details:

County wide speed limit review back on table following brief suspension

A review of speed limits on roads across Galway is back on the table following a brief suspension. 
The review, underway since last year, is an extensive undertaking involving input from local councillors and communities. 
But it was paused following the announcement of national speed limit reviews in response to the high levels of deaths on the roads this year. 
But at County Hall this week, Councillor Martina Kinanne said too many areas across Galway are in desperate need of speed reductions and cannot afford to wait. 
Council management confirmed the review is now back on the table and will run parallel to the national review, and changes on the ground will be looked at early next year. 
Councillor Kinnane outlines some areas in particular where she wants to see speed reductions in the near future.