Advertisement

We need your help now

Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

The GP Crisis

​Powering through and praying: Our readers' stories about the GP crisis in Ireland
We asked our readers to share their experience of accessing family doctors across the country. Here’s what we heard back.
Many were forced to resort to already overcrowded emergency departments
This follows our investigation exposing a worsening crisis as a surge in population hasn't been matched with a proportional increase in GPs
Last week
16th March 2025 - 22nd March 2025
Are you struggling to be seen by a GP? We want to hear your stories
Ireland already has some medical deserts - and it’s been getting worse
A surge in population hasn’t been matched with an increase in GPs.
Ireland is one of few EU countries where the patient load of GPs has grown
The Journal Investigates reports that this is exacerbating the primary care crisis
Expert: "Over a protracted period... the health of the population will be eroded"