The new scheme will come into effect from next January.
A legislated health bill is set to make a bad situation worse according to a midlands pharmacist.
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly is set to introduce a free HRT scheme from next January.
Around 300 types of medication are in short supply in Ireland - including HRT, Ozempic and antibiotics for winter illnesses.
Cora Wright of Mark Wright Totalhealth Pharmacy in Tyrrellspass says the new year could bring new problems:
Gardai Continuing Laois Meadow Fire Investigation
It took place in Mountmellick on July 30th.
Gardaí Renew Appeal After Hit And Run In Laois
A man in his 80s and a woman in her 70s were taken to Midlands Regional Hospital in Tullamore.
Fuel Prices Rise As Farmers Leave €65m Support Unclaimed
Smaller farmers say minimum thresholds prevent them from claiming certain fuel support schemes.
Barbara Heslin Retires From Longford County Council
She was Director of Services for 11 years with the local authority.
Charter Medical Group And Vhi Form Partnership To Ensure Timely Endoscopy Access
The procedures will be carried out at Charter Medical Private Hospital in Mullingar.
Met Éireann Issues High Temperature Warning For 13 Counties
All of Leinster and Tipperary are included in the warning.
Cyclist In Her 80s Dies Following Bike And Truck Crash
The collision in Monasterevin yesterday morning.
Call For Consent Education To Begin At Pre-School Age
Rathdowney's Ellen O'Malley Dunlop is making the call for this.
