One local TD says the backlog is spiraling out of control.
Over 32,000 people are awaiting out-patient appointments in midlands hospitals.
Tullamore Regional Hospital has the biggest backlog of 16,400, followed by 8,900 in Mullingar and 6650 in Portlaoise.
Sinn Féin's Sorca Clarke says an integrated list management system is needed to allow patients in need of care to be referred elsewhere.
The Longford-Westmeath TD believes this would relieve the backlog, which is spiraling out of control:
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Laois Council Seeks Inclusion In 'Living City' Initiative
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Revenue Seize Contraband Worth Over €153k
5.3kg of herbal cannabis with an estimated value of over €108,000 was seized.
Plans Lodged For New 24-Hour Automated Car Wash in Laois
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Westmeath School Joins Expanded Online Admissions System
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Laois Senator Warns Midlands STEM Progress At Risk Without New Funding
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Offaly Community Group Points Finger At Renewable Energy Operators Over Road Damage
The roads are the village's main issue.
Defence Forces To Carry Out Training Exercise In Offaly
The exercise is expected to start at 3pm today.
Gardai Ask Public For Help In Locating Missing Laois Teenager
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Midlands School Raises Over €20k To Support Education In Uganda
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Hauliers Call For Incremental End To Fuel Price Supports
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