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Health body apologises after email addresses of 200 job applicants are incorrectly shared in email
The Data Protection Commissioner has been informed of the incident.
'A genuinely historic moment': Abortion legislation passes through the Seanad
The legislation will now be signed into law by President Michael D Higgins.
Colds, flus and bugs: How to stay healthy and fight infections this Christmas season
The HSE National Clinical Advisor Dr Vida Hamilton tells us how to stay well, and where to go if we do get sick.
'He's gone and he needn't have been gone': Mick Wallace gives impassioned speech about suicide
Wexford, where the TD is from, has the highest suicide rate in the country.
Lynn Ruane: We must pioritise people's lives over pharmaceutical companies' profits
Pharmaceutical companies make obscene profits from life-saving drugs – we need to change the system to prioritise human life over profiteering, writes Lynn Ruane.
Irish women report painful complications from controversial sterilisation implant
The device has not been distributed in Ireland since January 2014.
Health minister says HPV vaccine will be extended to boys next year
Hiqa has also recommended switching to a different vaccination – one that protects against an additional five types of HPV.
Anti-vaccination myths can have devastating impacts on uptake rates, Harris warns EU
There has been an increase in HPV uptake rates to 65% in 2018.
HSE wants to see patients as quickly as possible this winter - but admits it has no targets to do so
The executive published its €30m Winter Plan for 2018/19 today.
Simon Harris: 'This is the beginning of a new era for women’s health'
‘Change is coming,’ writes Health Minister Simon Harris following the passing of abortion legislation through the Dáil.
What is the psychological impact of Christmas?
‘Christmas affects the human mind in many ways, capable of stimulating joy, nostalgia, excitement, trepidation, and stress – occasionally all at the same time’, writes Professor Brian Hughes.
'Migrants are vital to the wellbeing of society': Study finds common myths about immigrants are false
The two-year research was published in the medical journal The Lancet.
11 patients had their cancer diagnosis delayed and four have since died, Kerry review shows
The review looked at over 46,000 thousand individual images reported by a single consultant radiologist.
First baby born via uterus transplanted from dead donor
The baby girl was born in December 2017, The Lancet said.
FactCheck: Were Irish hospital staff told to stop calling patients 'love' or 'dear'?
Yesterday it was described as political correctness “gone mad”, but did the HSE even say it?
'If I didn't take part in a clinical trial, I would have died'
Patients in Ireland are being encouraged to ask their doctors about clinical trials.
Worst November on record for hospital overcrowding as 9,679 wait on trolleys
The INMO has attributed to problem to understaffing and low pay levels.
'There are a lot of questions to be answered': GPs group to meet to discuss concerns over abortion law
It is expected a landmark bill to regulate abortion services in Ireland will pass in the Dáil in coming weeks.
'Beyond crisis': Almost half of beds for children with mental health needs closed due to safety concerns
Staffing issues are also having an impact.
'It's a no-brainer': Vicky Phelan calls for drug to be available to all Irish women with cervical cancer
She was given a terminal diagnosis at the start of this year and Phelan said the drug Pembro is allowing her to live with the disease.
Hospital consultants threaten industrial action next year over unequal pay
Some consultants earn up to €55,000 a year less than some of their colleagues.
'Walking into a crisis': 61 psychiatrist posts are vacant around the country
Cork and Kerry are worst impacted.
Manning up to MS: My diagnosis awoke my inner strength
I was never an alpha male but since my diagnosis with MS, I’ve faced major challenges and now I feel equal to the men who inspire me, writes Keith Byrne,
Prostate cancer: 'If you are at risk, don't ignore it, go and talk about it and seek some advice'
3,474 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer annually.
'I thought I was too young for this': New health campaign aims to prevent 'silent killer' of over 50s
The Irish Heart Foundation say it’s crucial for those over 50 to regularly check their pulse.
Ireland rugby captain Griffin passionate about using her leadership qualities to help others
The Munster and UL Bohemian flanker is on her way to earning qualifications in health and fitness thanks to the Goodbody Rugby Players Ireland Personal Development Bursary.
Delayed discharges are leading to infections, falls and overcrowding
Families failing to engage with the Fair Deal Scheme is one of the reasons behind so-called ‘bed blockers’.
Simon Harris acknowledges there is 'more work to be done' as inpatient waiting lists fall across Ireland
The number of patients waiting more than 9 months for treatment has reduced by 38%.
Poll: Are 'no fry zones' around schools a good idea?
One in four children in Ireland is overweight or obese.
Trinity College scientists discover major link between obesity and how the body fights cancer
Up to 50% of certain cancers are attributed to obesity.
Family believes woman who died after minor surgery would be alive if there was 'proper handover of care'
Susan McGee’s family has said an apology for her death “brings little consolation”.
HSE recruiting trainers who will teach staff how to communicate with patients when things go wrong
‘Open disclosure’ made headlines in recent months due to the CervicalCheck controversy.
500,000 people in Ireland have this condition, but half don't even realise
COPD, more commonly known as bronchitis or emphysema, is primarily caused by smoking.
Michelle Obama speaks about having a miscarriage and conceiving her children using IVF
The former first lady says women need to be open with other about their bodies.
Harris on the defensive after judge criticises doctor recruitment process
“I note that the interview panel described the respondent as ‘eager to work and learn’. But learn at whose expense?” the judge said.
Smoking and diabetes have a greater impact on heart attack risk in women than men - study
Smoking increased a woman’s risk of a heart attack by 55% more than it increased the risk in a man.
Varadkar doubles down on comments about medics not taking holidays over new year period
The Taoiseach said he didn’t understand why the comments were deemed controversial, as services must attempt to meet demand.
Harris says abortion legislation doesn't mention the word 'abortion' for legal reasons
The Health Minister also said he wants the Bill to be inclusive of members of the trans community.
'I was told I had cancer and would never walk again - I'm doing a 5k this week'
“I knew if I continued I could get this broken body to move again.”
New study suggests that diabetes medicine could be used to reduce effects of Alzheimer's disease
It’s believed that targeting the brain’s capillary system could have beneficial effects for Alzheimer’s patients.
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