The latest national data tables on non-monetary healthcare statistics show increases in the healthcare workforce and in healthcare activity. This data allows researchers and the wider public timely access to national information and provides them with a better understanding of Ireland’s data on a range of health topics.
The tables published include national healthcare statistics compiled by the Department of Health as part of the Non-Monetary Health Care Statistics questionnaire, administered jointly by Eurostat, the OEC and the World Health Organization (WHO). This will be the third edition of the annually published tables, prior to their release by Eurostat and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
The Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll MacNeill said:
"Data for 2024 shows a steady increase in the healthcare workforce in Ireland. There is a 4% rise in physicians, a 3% rise in midwives, and a 6% rise in nurses compared to 2023. Additionally, there has been a consistent increase in graduates in these fields.
“The increase in the number of practicing healthcare professionals and the compiled surgical procedure statistics reflect this government's commitment to enhance the quality of healthcare services in Ireland, and ensure the best outcomes for patients.
"Publishing these national healthcare statistics also highlights our commitment to transparency and the dissemination of vital health information. By providing a means of easy access to this data, we are empowering researchers and the public with the tools they need to gain a deeper understanding of Ireland’s health service."
The data shows:
