Attendances at Mallow Local Injury Unit continue to rise

The latest figures from the HSE show a strong and growing demand for the local injury unit at Mallow General Hospital.

That’s according to Cork North West Fine Gael TD Deputy John Paul O’Shea who said the Mallow Local Injury Unit continues to provide an essential and trusted service for people across North Cork and beyond.

The HSE figures show 10,883 people were treated there in 2024, an increase from the 9,882 people who were treated there in 2023 and 9,699 in 2022. Almost 8,800 have already been seen in the local injury unit thus far in 2025.

Deputy O’Shea said: “The steady increase in attendance demonstrates the confidence the public has in the high-quality care provided by the dedicated staff at Mallow General Hospital. As we approach the end of 2025, it’s likely that the total number of people treated this year will once again exceed 10,000 — a testament to the vital role the injury unit plays in relieving pressure on nearby emergency departments.”

Mallow-based Cllr Tony O’Shea highlighted the importance of continued investment in the facility: “The Mallow Local Injury Unit is a lifeline for our community. Continued investment and public awareness are essential to ensure that people know they can receive fast, expert treatment locally without the need to travel long distances to alternative emergency departments in Cork city, Limerick and indeed Kerry.”