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'The benefits of vaccination exceed any risk': NIAC's Prof Karina Butler outlines advice to parents

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'The benefits of vaccination exceed any risk': NIAC's Prof Karina Butler outlines advice to parents

Updated Jul 28th 2021, 7:25 PM 34,965 Views 111 Comments

Butler says parents of children with underlying conditions should avail of a Covid vaccine as soon as it is offered
Other parents should consider vaccinating their children knowing 'it is effective at preventing Covid'
Tony Hololan said that vaccinating children is a separate issue to the return of schools

Children aged 12 to 15 at high risk to be prioritised in Covid vaccine rollout

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Children aged 12 to 15 at high risk to be prioritised in Covid vaccine rollout

Jul 28th 2021, 9:58 AM 12,812 Views 97 Comments

This will also extend to those who live with people with underlying conditions.

Here is the current guidance on vaccinating children against Covid-19

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Here is the current guidance on vaccinating children against Covid-19

Jul 26th 2021, 6:00 PM 28,531 Views 14 Comments

Niac is expected to issue guidance to the Government and HSE this week.

Minister seeks to 'reassure parents' that a full reopening of schools is planned

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Minister seeks to 'reassure parents' that a full reopening of schools is planned

Jul 25th 2021, 3:33 PM 34,837 Views 38 Comments

Minister Norma Foley said the return of children to the classroom for the new school term is a priority.

Government aims to reopen indoor hospitality on 26 July

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Government aims to reopen indoor hospitality on 26 July

Updated Jul 15th 2021, 4:34 PM 33,886 Views 95 Comments

‘There is a need for personal responsibility, we need to trust people as well,’ said Micheál Martin.

HSE clarifies rules on children being brought to vaccine centres

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HSE clarifies rules on children being brought to vaccine centres

Jul 14th 2021, 12:08 PM 24,360 Views 20 Comments

The situation has caused some confusion with some people leaving babies outside centres.

Breastfeeding athletes can bring children to Olympics 'when necessary'

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Breastfeeding athletes can bring children to Olympics 'when necessary'

Jul 1st 2021, 11:34 AM 1,402 Views 0 Comments

The clarification was welcomed by some athletes as a relief, but US football star Alex Morgan slammed organisers.

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‘I am not a vector’: Oireachtas committee hears from children affected by the pandemic

Jun 22nd 2021, 7:30 PM 15,149 Views 11 Comments

The Children’s Committee heard from a group of young people on their experiences since March 2020.

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Growing up in Ireland: Latest results from study give in-depth look at lives of country's nine-year-olds

Jun 16th 2021, 6:00 AM 19,258 Views 37 Comments

The new report looks at the lives of young people who were aged nine in 2017/2018.

Dublin Archdiocese 'committed to protecting children' despite halving staff at safeguarding service

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Dublin Archdiocese 'committed to protecting children' despite halving staff at safeguarding service

Apr 28th 2021, 9:10 PM 12,534 Views 19 Comments

Five people have been let go from the unit, as part of a wider redundancy programme in the Archdiocese.

Number of child safety failings in Direct Provision centres, ombudsman report finds

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Number of child safety failings in Direct Provision centres, ombudsman report finds

Apr 27th 2021, 11:14 AM 6,603 Views 6 Comments

Staff at one centre were found to have not been vetted to work with children.

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'We got 300 calls today': High demand for children's shoes after they're reclassified as essential

Apr 1st 2021, 6:22 PM 22,116 Views 28 Comments

One store has booked in 240 appointments already.

'Her shoes are falling apart': Parents call for clarity on buying children's shoes

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'Her shoes are falling apart': Parents call for clarity on buying children's shoes

Mar 30th 2021, 12:36 PM 76,877 Views 66 Comments

Parents whose children wear splints, known as AFOs, have been having particular issues finding suitable shoes.

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Allegations of department gathering dossiers on children with autism 'extremely concerning', says Paul Reid

Mar 28th 2021, 5:25 PM 23,791 Views 34 Comments

Patient confidentiality is one of the cornerstones of the health service, said the HSE boss.

120,000 doses of children's flu vaccine destroyed due to low uptake, despite 'heavyweight' promotion campaign

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120,000 doses of children's flu vaccine destroyed due to low uptake, despite 'heavyweight' promotion campaign

Updated Mar 16th 2021, 6:30 AM 29,997 Views 29 Comments

The flu vaccine was free for children in Ireland for the first time in 2020.

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RTÉ's news2day: 'The tone of our news is important for children - no jargon or dramatic language'

Feb 12th 2021, 7:00 AM 17,237 Views 13 Comments

News2day editors Avril Hoare and Anne-Marie Smyth outline how the team has broken down the tough issues in the last year.

Biden wants to undo 'national shame' of child separations at US-Mexico border

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Biden wants to undo 'national shame' of child separations at US-Mexico border

Feb 3rd 2021, 9:59 AM 22,634 Views 44 Comments

An estimated 600 to 700 children remain apart from their families.

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'It's like he didn't exist': Several court cases involving murdered children who can't be named

Updated Feb 2nd 2021, 10:19 PM 18,021 Views 0 Comments

The Justice Minister said the issue will be resolved “in a matter of weeks”.

'Seen as criminals first, children second': 1,000 children in Ireland involved with criminal networks

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'Seen as criminals first, children second': 1,000 children in Ireland involved with criminal networks

Jan 27th 2021, 4:46 PM 14,103 Views 13 Comments

A new initiative will be piloted at two locations to intervene in situations where children are being drawn into criminality by adults.

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Deputy CMO insists school closures should be 'last resort' only after criticism from special needs teachers

Updated Jan 18th 2021, 8:49 PM 102,343 Views 118 Comments

Talks are continuing with unions about the reopening of schools for students with special educational needs.

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Re-opening schools for students with special needs to be prioritised by government, says minister

Jan 11th 2021, 3:47 PM 23,993 Views 44 Comments

Four groups, representing 30,00 children, state that remote schooling is not an option for them.

Childcare services to remain open but only for vulnerable groups and children of essential workers

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Childcare services to remain open but only for vulnerable groups and children of essential workers

Updated Jan 6th 2021, 5:35 PM 37,990 Views 11 Comments

The measures will remain in place until at least the end of January.

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Explainer: What childcare options are available in Level 5 and who gets priority?

Jan 4th 2021, 4:59 PM 45,029 Views 9 Comments

The government has asked parents who are not essential workers to keep their children at home.

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State-funded ECCE pre-school programme to remain closed for a week, other childcare to open Monday

Jan 1st 2021, 4:49 PM 74,623 Views 40 Comments

Creches and childminders can continue to operate as planned.

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Over 15,000 new parents have availed of Parent's Benefit payment since introduction in 2019

Dec 28th 2020, 10:26 AM 29,018 Views 18 Comments

Parent’s Benefit is a social welfare payment available for employed and self-employed people.

Debunked: No, the Army is not going to chip children in schools so they can monitor them

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Debunked: No, the Army is not going to chip children in schools so they can monitor them

Nov 12th 2020, 12:11 PM 16,385 Views 0 Comments

The incorrect claim is being widely shared on social media.

Government to set up archive of records related to institutional trauma in 20th century

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Government to set up archive of records related to institutional trauma in 20th century

Updated Oct 28th 2020, 8:11 PM 25,491 Views 29 Comments

The government released a statement about the Mother and Baby Homes this evening.

The flu vaccine and children: Here is everything parents need to know

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The flu vaccine and children: Here is everything parents need to know

Sep 28th 2020, 12:05 AM 53,432 Views 27 Comments

“The flu vaccine is one of the safest vaccines we have, it’s one of the oldest vaccines we have,” a GP said.

Less invasive nasal swab to be applied for Covid-19 testing on children

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Less invasive nasal swab to be applied for Covid-19 testing on children

Sep 14th 2020, 10:14 PM 42,192 Views 24 Comments

The period of isolation following onset of symptoms has also been reduced from 14 days to 10 days.

Over a quarter of Irish children and adolescents say they do not have a high satisfaction with life

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Over a quarter of Irish children and adolescents say they do not have a high satisfaction with life

Sep 3rd 2020, 6:20 AM 16,709 Views 54 Comments

Ireland placed 26th in a ranking of mental health concerns for children and adolescents.

Overcrowded classes and an empty classroom: Serious 'frustration' at teaching job cuts during a health crisis

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Overcrowded classes and an empty classroom: Serious 'frustration' at teaching job cuts during a health crisis

Aug 28th 2020, 12:10 AM 26,118 Views 32 Comments

A mixture of excitement and frustration prevailed at one Louth school with classes of 33 pupils as available classrooms lie empty.

Is your child worried about going to school? An expert has some tips for parents

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Is your child worried about going to school? An expert has some tips for parents

Aug 27th 2020, 6:15 AM 13,722 Views 12 Comments

Many children, and parents, are anxious about schools reopening.

40% of teachers concerned about how play-based lessons will be affected by Covid-19 restrictions

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40% of teachers concerned about how play-based lessons will be affected by Covid-19 restrictions

Aug 23rd 2020, 6:20 PM 20,835 Views 62 Comments

That’s according to a new study published by DCU researchers.

'I feel like the only way out is to die': Over 20,000 disclosures of abuse made to Women's Aid in 2019

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'I feel like the only way out is to die': Over 20,000 disclosures of abuse made to Women's Aid in 2019

Aug 20th 2020, 6:00 AM 24,570 Views 17 Comments

Women reported being beaten, strangled, burned and raped, and there was a spike in calls during the Covid-19 pandemic.

New research highlights long-term impact of Covid-19 restrictions on children with autism

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New research highlights long-term impact of Covid-19 restrictions on children with autism

Aug 13th 2020, 1:43 PM 23,110 Views 59 Comments

The report highlights a decline in children’s abilities and skills since the introduction of Covid-19 restrictions.

'Maternity leave is a human right': TD calls for parental leave for TDs

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'Maternity leave is a human right': TD calls for parental leave for TDs

Jul 29th 2020, 7:26 PM 33,543 Views 57 Comments

Social Democrats TD Holly Cairns says it is ‘incredible’ that it does not already exist.

'Parents face stark choices': Three-week extension to parent's leave criticised as too little, too late

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'Parents face stark choices': Three-week extension to parent's leave criticised as too little, too late

Jul 14th 2020, 8:00 AM 30,756 Views 24 Comments

Sinn Féin is going to introduce a motion to the Dáil today calling for 12-week extension to paid maternity leave.

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'I've can't lift my arms, brush my hair, or even go to the toilet alone': Children still waiting on Spinraza drug, Dáil told

Jul 8th 2020, 5:44 PM 11,404 Views 1 Comment

The drug is used to treat SMA which can develop in babies and toddlers and can significantly reduce life expectancy.

'It's been a long 16 weeks': Anticipation tinged with nerves as creches prepare to re-open

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'It's been a long 16 weeks': Anticipation tinged with nerves as creches prepare to re-open

Jun 28th 2020, 12:05 AM 25,244 Views 23 Comments

Providers say they’ve done everything they can to make things seem normal for children.

Majority of children and teenagers with Covid-19 only experience mild symptoms, according to new research

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Majority of children and teenagers with Covid-19 only experience mild symptoms, according to new research

Jun 26th 2020, 6:15 AM 18,228 Views 9 Comments

A separate study also published by the Lancet examined brain function complications as a result of Covid-19.

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