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Acting CMO: Covid-19 clusters in schools 'virtually inevitable' once they re-open
Ronan Glynn said NPHET was not likely to recommend closing all schools if clusters break out.
'We are firefighting': Consultants warn newborns may be at risk due to Covid pressure on hospitals
Many neonatal units have no isolation facilities to deal with coronavirus patients.
What we can learn from the world's 'Blue Zones' - where people regularly live into their 90s and 100s
Lifestyle changes can cure some diseases and significantly extend our lives, writes Professor Ciaran O’Boyle.
NFL player to miss 2020 season after positive Covid-19 test uncovers serious heart condition
Minnesota Vikings linebacker Cameron Smith requires surgery.
Most of Ireland's teens are healthy and ambitious, but not all of them get the same fighting chance
20% of 17 and 18 year olds surveyed were found likely to be depressed.
7,500 cases of problem alcohol use were treated in Ireland last year, with an increase in cases involving cocaine
There is already concern around the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on alcohol misuse.
Half of nursing homes inspected after Covid-19 outbreaks not infection-control compliant
One nursing home had left bedroom doors open for residents that had tested positive for Covid-19.
3,500 potentially avoidable cancer deaths could happen in England due to pandemic delays
Thousands of extra people could die in the next five years due to delays caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, researchers have found.
Coronavirus: Two further deaths and 14 new cases confirmed in Ireland
The latest figures were confirmed by health officials this evening.
HSE reports 250,000 downloads of new Covid-19 contact tracing app
The app was officially launched this morning.
6,666 abortions carried out last year under laws enacted after repeal of Eighth Amendment
These are the first official figures published since Ireland’s liberalised abortion laws came into effect from 1 January 2019.
Heart attack patients taking 18 hours longer to present at hospital during lockdown
Experts say fear of Covid-19 is keeping patients away from hospitals despite the higher risk of cardiac death.
Wellness Wednesday: True body confidence is not about diet and exercise, it's about loving yourself
Cliona Byrne, a body confidence coach talks about cultivating a healthy relationships with our bodies, especially as we come out of confinement.
Medics call for DIY warning after hospital sees ladder-related injuries triple during Covid lockdown
The recommendation was made as part of a new study by Irish researchers.
Coronavirus: One death and eight new cases confirmed in Ireland
The Department of Health announced the latest figures this evening.
Coronavirus: 5 deaths and 46 new cases confirmed in Ireland
The figures were released this evening.
375 women travelled from Ireland to UK for abortions in 2019 - an 87% decrease on 2018
More than 1,000 females travelled from Northern Ireland to England or Wales for an abortion last year.
Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers reveals he and wife had coronavirus
The Foxes manager was ill in March and April.
Covid-19: Concerns over testing in mental health facilities as new cases fall
There were 125 suspected or confirmed cases relating to residents and staff as of last Friday.
'Should I wear a plaque saying I have a disability?': The reality of life with sight loss during a pandemic
Golf champion Carol Brill said daily tasks can be “very, very stressful” for people with sight and hearing loss.
Sharp fall in number of people attending emergency departments in first three months of year
The average number of daily ED attendances at the end of March was approximately half what it was at the beginning of March.
Sale of menthol cigarettes banned in Ireland from today
A European Court of Justice ruling four years ago declared that the flavouring is used to increase the attractiveness of cigarettes.
HSE chief Paul Reid 'reassured' that 244 Covid-19 cases at Mater hospital were reported legally
The official publication of the cases dating back to mid-March was delayed until this week.
Coronavirus: 10 deaths and 426 new cases confirmed in Ireland
NPHET met today to finalise its advice to government on easing restrictions from next Monday.
Children 'not significantly contributing' to spread of Covid-19 at home or in schools
The Health Information and Quality Authority has published findings about the spread of coronavirus.
Coronavirus: 12 deaths and 236 new cases in Ireland confirmed
There have been 1,458 deaths related to Covid-19 here to date and 22,996 confirmed cases.
Coronavirus: 18 deaths and 219 new cases in Ireland confirmed
The figures were announced by the Department of Health this evening.
Coronavirus: 27 deaths and 156 new cases in Ireland confirmed
The figures were announced at a briefing by the National Public Health Emergency Team this evening.
Backpain, posture and remote working - some tips to help (and how the ironing board can come in handy)
Dr Lawrence Woods offers some help to those working remotely and suffering back pain.
GPs urge patients to get persistent symptoms checked, and fear a 'tsunami' of non-Covid-19 illnesses
If you have a chest pain or a lump on your breast, call your GP for a phone consultation.
Coronavirus: 34 deaths and 221 new cases in Ireland confirmed
The Department of Health has provided an update on the outbreak in Ireland.
Covid-19 testing: How has Ireland performed and what level do tests need to be at for restrictions to be lifted?
The Government has said that testing is key to gradually return to normal.
'It's down to the wire': Decision on whether Covid-19 restrictions will be eased on 5 May not made yet
The Chief Medical Officer has expressed concern that rates of improvement on key indicators of the disease have slowed.
Consultant says private hospital contract is ‘a bad deal’ for taxpayers
Last month the government reached an agreement with private hospitals to use all of their facilities during the Covid-19 crisis.
Coronavirus: 37 deaths, a further 185 'probable deaths' and 577 new cases confirmed in Ireland
Health officials are giving an update this evening on the outbreak in Ireland.
CMO says it's 'perfectly appropriate' for GPs to conduct nursing home consultations over phone
Private nursing homes have reported they are struggling to get on-site visits from GPs.
Doctor resigns from Irish Medical Council after criticising 'mismanagement' of Covid-19 outbreak
Dr Marcus de Brun, a GP based in Rush, Co Dublin has said there was “poor consideration” of nursing home residents.
'It's in a plateau position': People with Covid-19 now infecting less than one person
Professor Philip Nolan has said that any loosening of restrictions must be approached “exceptionally carefully”.
The Explainer: What is the current thinking - in Ireland and abroad - about wearing masks?
Should you wear one? And if you do, what’s the best way of wearing one?
FF-FG framework doc for the next government is out, here's what's in it
The document will soon be given to smaller parties in a bid to convince them to join a coalition government.
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