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'I'm an Irish bariatric surgery specialist and here's what you need to know before you travel abroad'
Health
The fatality rate for undergoing weight loss surgery abroad is much higher than in Ireland
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Free contraception scheme extended to women aged 30
Health
The scheme, which cuts out high prescription costs, is now available to all women aged 17-30
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HSE staff set to begin strike action in coming days
HSE
It follows a ballot by Forsa union members earlier this month
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Playlist designed to educate about importance of the pelvic floor
Health
Three tracks have been inspired by the way the muscle moves
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Dublin woman left with third-degree burns after fainting onto wallpaper steamer
Health
Ciara Hughes was just 16 years old at the time when she was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery
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Covid-19 Ireland: Four key symptoms of new 'Pirola' strain to look out for
COVID-19
The latest strain is a variant of Omicron with experts saying could have up to 30 changes in its protein makeup
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Major crisis in Dublin mental health services as patient step-down unit to shut
Mental Health
It follows the removal in May 2022 of almost half the beds in the capital's Child and Adolescent mental health services
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'Bleach won't work' - Expert shares genius two ingredient hack for sparkling clean toilets
Health
Not a job any of us look forward to but this clever hack could be a game changer
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Dublin hairdresser who 'hit rock bottom' transforms himself with New Year weight loss journey
Weight Loss
Gary Coffey, who is also a content creator, says the support he's received online has been a big motivator
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'Dangerous' self-tan products could cause strokes as young people warned
Health
Products containing the unregulated chemical, Melanotan 2, have been increasingly marketed towards young people online
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Dad of teen who died of sepsis still in shock as he warns of key symptoms
Finglas
Finglas boy Sean 'Lil Red' Hughes was only 15 when he died of sepsis which is the body's extreme response to an infection
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Take control of your health with genetic testing
Health
Visit a Randox pop-up this summer
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New study reveals just 4,000 steps a day could reduce risk of early death
Health
It was previously thought that people needed to walk at least 10,000 steps for a healthy lifestyle but new research indicates the number is a lot lower
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Radio DJ Gareth O'Callaghan blasts 'no response' over new Covid variant Eris
COVID-19
The former-RTE broadcaster revealed his concerns as a new strain of Covid-19 was added to the WHO's watch list
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Covid Ireland: Symptoms of new Eris strain as number of cases rises in Irish hospitals
COVID-19
There are concerns that proper measures have not been put in place to protect patients from cross infection
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Irish Cancer Society to offer free health checks in Dublin
Irish Cancer Society
The free walk-in service can be availed by all and will include a multitude of health checks and information on ways to spot the early signs of cancer
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Date confirmed for wider rollout of free GP visit cards
Cost of Living
The GP visit card scheme will be expanded in the near future
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Doctor climbs 32 peaks across Ireland in a single week for charity
Charity
Dr Richard Horgan braved the elements in memory of his sister in law, who passed away in 2018
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Protest planned in Loughlinstown over barriers to trans healthcare
Health
Advocacy group Transgress the NGS will host a protest outside St Columcille's Hospital as outrage grows over Ireland's trans healthcare policies
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Family of student nurse launch fundraiser after devastating stroke
Health
Student nurse Darren May, 21, collapsed at home while on a day off from his hospital placement
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Over 3,000 people hospitalised in Ireland from cannabinoid use over past five years
Health
Synthetic cannabinoids can appear in some jellies and sweets which are causing increasing concern in Ireland
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Child chickenpox vaccine on the cards through new health recommendations
Health
Although chickenpox is a commonplace childhood disease, immunisation can help prevent repercussions of the virus in later life
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How to tell your family that you have cancer
Health
What to say, what they can do and how to answer their questions
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Early signs of breast cancer explained by team that treated Duchess of York
Health
The KEVII Breast Health Centre regularly performs over 250 mammograms each month
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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
Dole fraud crackdown - over half a million reviews of welfare claimants carried out
In the News
It comes after criticism that recipients like Ashling Murphy’s killer, Josef Puska, was paid disability benefit, even though he could ride around on his bike stalking women on the day she was murdered
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
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
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
Dole fraud crackdown - over half a million reviews of welfare claimants carried out
In the News
It comes after criticism that recipients like Ashling Murphy’s killer, Josef Puska, was paid disability benefit, even though he could ride around on his bike stalking women on the day she was murdered
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