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Beaumont Hospital patient in 'horrific pain' has surgery rescheduled six times
Beaumont Hospital
The 34-year-old said she can "hardly walk" when she gets out of bed in the mornings
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Mother who lost baby girl opens up on pain of losing her at just two months old
Health
Miriam Ryle lost her daughter Katie at just eight weeks of age after her debilitating EB symptoms gravely worsened
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Bird flu warning issued as public urged to not touch sick or dead wild birds
HSE
The HSE is urging the public to be vigilant and to report any dead or dying wild birds they may find
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Dozens of patients in limbo as two Dublin Hospital wards to close for a year
HSE
The Sycamore and Willow units - which house 68 of the hospital's 95 senior patients - will close to facilitate required works
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Girls as young as nine afraid to be themselves
Health
A list of promises for parents has been drawn up to help a struggling generation
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Doctor's warning about small Halloween sweets that 'stop kids from breathing'
Halloween
Experts from a paediatrics office have been reviewing sweets to determine whether they're actually a treat or a fatal trick
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Dublin woman battling cancer seeks treatment for more time with 'beautiful family'
Cancer
Mary Tobin and her family are fundraising for a vital treatment abroad that will give her more time with her "beautiful kids, husband and family and friends"
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Charlie Bird vows 'nothing will stop him' on two year anniversary of MND
Charlie Bird
The 74-year-old has bravely raised awareness and funds for charities after going public with his health issues in late 2021
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'I was born with spina bifida and my parents were told to put me in a home'
Health
CEO of Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Ireland Gerry Maguire is urging the government to provide more supports for those living with both conditions
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Unlucky 13 men rushed to Dublin hospital for emergency penis surgery
Beaumont Hospital
A study published in the latest issue of the Irish Journal of Medical Science examined 11 of the cases between 2011 and 2021, and found that nine of the patients had injured their penises during intercourse
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Doctor claims 'we've all been breathing wrong' and explains how to fix it
Health
Dr Michael Mosley says that changing the way we breathe can significantly improve our health and wellbeing
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New app tells men everything about their partner's menstrual health
Health
The app linked to partner's health data sends men messages about sex drive, ovulation, mental health and conception chances
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Four-year warning to anyone who sleeps less than five hours a night
Health
The new research looks at genetic causes behind the problem
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New non-surgical, drug free procedure could help treat Alzheimer's
Health
The procedure has been shown to work in a successful trial with a small number of volunteers
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Young man's loss of sense of direction led to devastating diagnosis
Health
Having just turned 30 years of age and in seemingly good health, businessman Lee Masters was stunned by the diagnosis
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Signs you've been bitten by bedbugs and how to get rid of them
Health
Paris has seen an outbreak of bedbugs and Irish rugby fans returning from the French capital have been urged to be vigilant
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Doctor warns of nosebleeds, headaches and itchy eyes triggered by turning on the heating
Weather
With Met Eireann forecasting a drop in temperatures, many will be contemplating turning on the heating for the first time
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Disability service providers urge Government to take steps to prevent industrial action
Disability Rights
Staff from service providers such as the Irish Wheelchair Association are earning almost €5 less per hour then their HSE counterparts
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Romesh Ranganathan says he considered taking his own life in 'one of lowest points'
Health
The comedian says 'it's vital we all understand that those feelings won't last forever'
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Doing good may be bad for you as charity workers suffer more headaches
Health
58 per cent of people in the charity and volunteering sector get frequent headaches, new research shows
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Listening to these songs could help boost weight loss by up to 30%
Health
Research has listed 10 songs which have a BPM that matches the heart rate you need to achieve during HIIT workouts
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Five questions to ask children suffering school anxiety
Health
Therapist Melissa Day says there is also one question you should avoid
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Drivers warned over deadly eye condition 40per cent of us have
Health
It distorts vision and can make night-time driving very dangerous
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Over 70s more positive about later life than Gen Z
Health
Younger people tend to associate later life with negative emotions and experiences
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The Late Late ShowLate Late Show: Patrick Kielty praised for touching tribute to Shane MacGowan Patrick and a number of Shane's celeb friends shared fond memories of the late legend
Hero school worker who put life on the line to save kids out of intensive care
In the News
More than a week after the horror attack in which Leanne Flynn Keogh was repeatedly stabbed as she defended the young kids from the knifeman, sources have confirmed that her condition has improved enough for her to be moved out of ICU – and into a high dependency unit
Lucky escape for workmen after huge crane overturns in Blanchardstown
Blanchardstown
The incident happened yesterday morning when a large yellow crane toppled forward
Shane MacGowan enjoys drink with legendary Bob Dylan after his Dublin gig
The Pogues
MacGowan was even booked to open for their North American tour in the late 1980s
Ireland's first Rage Room opens in Ballyfermot
Ballyfermot
The facility has partnered with a recycling company to ensure proper disposal of all debris
BrayMurderer Gerard Cervi pictured at US gun range months before Bray Boxing Club shootingIn the pics Cervi can be seen holding what appears to be a Smith and Weston 29 double-action revolver - made famous by Clint Eastwood’s ‘Dirty Harry’ movie
Dublin weather: Exact day pinpointed for end of cold snap but bleak forecast ahead
Met Eireann
While Wednesday will see things take a much milder turn - with temperatures as high as 10C being forecast - it will also bring torrential rain with risks of flooding after the freezing week
State spends €8.5 million on deportations in 10 years
In the News
Of over 10,600 deportations issues in the last decade, just 18 per cent have been carried out, data released by Justice Minister Helen McEntee shows
Dublin homes for sale: Two-bedroom properties around the city for different budgets
Property
Take a peek at these properties, which are currently on sale by private treaty
Shane MacGowan of The Pogues throughout the years after star's death
The Pogues
Known as the lead vocalist and songwriter of Celtic punk band the Pogues, Shane had a long music career that spanned decades and touched many
The Late Late ShowLate Late Show: Patrick Kielty praised for touching tribute to Shane MacGowan Patrick and a number of Shane's celeb friends shared fond memories of the late legend
Hero school worker who put life on the line to save kids out of intensive care
In the News
More than a week after the horror attack in which Leanne Flynn Keogh was repeatedly stabbed as she defended the young kids from the knifeman, sources have confirmed that her condition has improved enough for her to be moved out of ICU – and into a high dependency unit
Lucky escape for workmen after huge crane overturns in Blanchardstown
Blanchardstown
The incident happened yesterday morning when a large yellow crane toppled forward
Dublin pub owner 'immensely proud' of opening three bars in the US
Pubs
Joe Byrne, 36, from Dublin, is owner of The Wolfhound, The Wild Goose, and Jack Diamond's
Dunnes Stores customers warned of big change to voucher scheme
Dunnes
The Irish retailer has announced a major shake-up to its voucher system in the lead-up to Christmas
SwordsDublin property manager steals reg plates from cars in 'intimidation effort'The court heard Carvin stole a registration plate from a vehicle in Prospect estate in Balbriggan, Co Dublin on August 14, 2018 and another from a vehicle in Castlemills estate, Balbriggan between 8-17 September 2018
Murderer Gerard Cervi pictured at US gun range months before Bray Boxing Club shooting
Bray
In the pics Cervi can be seen holding what appears to be a Smith and Weston 29 double-action revolver - made famous by Clint Eastwood’s ‘Dirty Harry’ movie
Dublin weather: Exact day pinpointed for end of cold snap but bleak forecast ahead
Met Eireann
While Wednesday will see things take a much milder turn - with temperatures as high as 10C being forecast - it will also bring torrential rain with risks of flooding after the freezing week
State spends €8.5 million on deportations in 10 years
In the News
Of over 10,600 deportations issues in the last decade, just 18 per cent have been carried out, data released by Justice Minister Helen McEntee shows
Dublin homes for sale: Two-bedroom properties around the city for different budgets
Property
Take a peek at these properties, which are currently on sale by private treaty