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Coronavirus: 36 more deaths and 345 new cases confirmed in Ireland
The figures were released at a Department of Health briefing this evening.
Covid-19: The race is on to create the world's first ever coronavirus vaccine
A candidate vaccine was developed for SARS but it never went to market.
Coronavirus: 17 more deaths and 325 new cases in Ireland confirmed
Health officials released the latest figures this evening.
'Immediate family members' can attend funerals to a maximum of 10 people, says government
Updated advice from the HSE will be published shortly, the government said.
Abortion on request is legal in Northern Ireland from today but women will still have to wait
A medical professional can terminate a pregnancy when it has not exceeded 12 weeks with no extra legal conditions.
People advised not to make changes to health insurance as Covid-19 deal is arranged with private hospitals
Private hospitals will act as part of the public health system for the duration of the coronavirus pandemic, but the exact details are yet to be confirmed.
Private hospitals will be made public for duration of coronavirus pandemic
The State will take control of all private hospital facilities.
'I moved out as I didn't want to put my parents at increased risk'
Limerick joint football captain Donal O’Sullivan on working as a doctor during the Covid-19 crisis.
'We need to treat each other like pariahs': Limerick intensive care doctor issues stark warning
Dr Catherine Motherway of University Hospital Limerick said the Irish health system may struggle if Covid-19 is not contained.
HSE looks at using naval ships as it scales up coronavirus testing across the country
Officials have asked people to be patient as they work through the backlog and roll out additional resources.
Patients seeking advice on Covid-19 from GPs will not have to pay
Private hospitals will need to give capacity to help the public service, said the minister.
'It's all about assessing risk': How to protect yourself and family at home from the coronavirus
We look at the latest advice and speak to a virologist.
Taoiseach may seek special powers to close pubs and nightclubs over Covid-19
Images on social media showed busy pubs around the country last night despite recommendations against indoor gatherings.
Opinion: As a Cystic Fibrosis patient, the coronavirus is a major worry for me
Benat Broderick writes about his concerns regarding Covid-19.
'It's a matter of when we health workers get this coronavirus, not if': Notes from a doctor at the frontline
Professor Rónán Collins says that he and his colleagues have accepted that they will most likely contract Covid-19
'This is destroying lives': Patients say Ireland's neuro-rehab strategy has 'sat on a shelf for nearly a decade'
Neuro-rehabilitation services are needed by people living with MS, Parkinson’s disease and acquired brain injuries.
Q+A: Everything you need to know about the Covid-19 crisis and Ireland's response to it
There has been one confirmed case in the Republic of Ireland.
'There is a lot of panic': Health officials meet parents of children who attend school shut over Covid-19 case
A school in Dublin today began a two-week closing period after a pupil was diagnosed with Covid-19.
Opinion: Why 'give up' for Lent? Better to set some solid goals
Lent may be the season of giving up, but a more positive approach would help you succeed, writes Barbara Edwards.
'No adverse events' found after review of children affected by scoliosis implant recall
Yesterday, Children’s Health Ireland said it would contact all parents of children affected by the recall.
Parents of children affected by scoliosis spinal rod recall to be contacted by surgeons in next 24 hours
Thirty-one such devices have been placed on the Irish market, sparking concern among many parents.
Public Health Emergency Team to meet to 'advance Covid-19 preparedness plans for Ireland'
Three people have died in Italy, which is experiencing Europe’s first major outbreak of the virus.
Concerns raised for patients due to ‘total absence’ of community mental health services
The absence of supports such as psychiatric intensive care units is impeding access to acute mental health beds, a new report has found.
HSE to spend up to half a million on STI home-testing pilot project
The HSE currently provides public STI services through clinics around the country.
Trinity students advised to cancel study trip to China amid coronavirus fears
A number of colleges have issued advice to their students.
Toddlers who view screens for over three hours a day are 'less physically active at age five'
That’s according to a new study carried out on 500 children.
Gluten-free snacks are 'not as healthy as many people think and most who buy them are not coeliac'
More than one in five people buy gluten-free foods, 92% of whom do not have a gluten-related disorder, according to new research.
Parents of children in hospital losing over €600 income per week
Families can spend over €100 per day on costs associated with having a child in hospital, according to a survey released today.
First case of new coronavirus on US soil after man returns from China
The man returned to the Seattle area in the middle of last week after traveling to Wuhan in central China.
HSE offers free MMR shots to combat 'significant' rise in mumps
It follows a sharp increase in the number of cases of the illness last year.
FactCheck: Are there 1,000 more GPs in Ireland than five years ago?
Minister Regina Doherty made the claim during a recent interview.
Opinion: It's hard enough living with MS without having to push for support
A new EU index shows Ireland lagging in its care of patients with MS, writes Lauren McCauley.
Thai authorities detect second case of SARS-linked virus in elderly woman
The 74-year-old woman is being treated in hospital after arriving from the Chinese city of Wuhan.
Record number of patients were hit by dangerous hospital superbug last year
Over 660 new patients contracted the antibiotic-resistant bowel bug CPE from January to November – with 13 outbreaks currently across the country.
'The tobacco industry targeting e-cigarettes at young people is cynical, sickening and dangerous'
A survey of over 15,500 schoolchildren in Ireland explored their relationship with alcohol, smoking, sex, food and exercise.
'Losing our measles-free status is a real threat': No drop off in measles rate after cases tripled in 2018
There were 80 reported measles cases in Ireland in 2019.
Vast majority of people support banning protests outside facilities that provide abortion services
Eight in 10 women and over seven in 10 men support the measure, according to a new opinion poll.
Hanrahan in line to make return for Munster for massive Racing clash
The Kerry man’s fitness is vital with Joey Carbery and Tyler Bleyendaal out injured.
Lynn Ruane: My New Year gift to myself? Gratitude for my body
Being negative about my body is exhausting, so it’s time to stop, writes Lynn Ruane.
A healthy New Year recipe: One caramelised carrot soup, done 12 ways
Here’s an easy and adaptable recipe from Susan Jane White’s latest book, Clever Batch.
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