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Alarming figures as nearly 800 teens diagnosed with STIs in Ireland
Sexually Transmitted Infections
The shocking figures revealed that two of the children were under 14 while the others were aged between 15 and 19
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Doctor's two mild symptoms that led to her own stage four cancer diagnosis
Health
Dr Lauren Juyia was diagnosed she had stage 4 colon cancer at the age of 37 after experiencing 'mild' symptoms
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Lyme disease: Signs and treatment for the bacterial illness as cases spike
Health
Cases of the disease are already on the rise in the UK so here are some telltale signs to look out for in the event of a surge in Ireland
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Saoirse Ruane's family confirm new cancer treatment will begin in weeks
Late Late Toy Show
Saoirse became a public figure after appearing on the Late Late Toy Show in 2020 but recently suffered a setback after it was confirmed her cancer was back
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'I'm running in this year's London Marathon after losing nearly six stone'
Health
Alexandria Conway lost nearly 6 stone after joining a Slimming World group in Donabate and is now raising funds for the Irish Cancer Society in this year's London Marathon
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People say they don't jog because the way they run makes them look stupid
Health
Half of people say they have been ridiculed for the way they run
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Mandatory facemasks in healthcare comes to an end today
COVID-19
The measure, introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic, has come to an end following recent advice from the Health Protection Surveillance Centre
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Arcturus: What we know about new symptoms of latest Covid-19 strain
Health
The newest variant has not yet been detected in Ireland but is already gaining attention thanks to an unexpected symptom associated with the strain
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Parents of girl who died from Strep A recall harrowing story of her last days as they warn of dangers
Health
Vivienne Murphy died just two weeks after complaining of a sore throat
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One flavour of vape damages lungs more than any other, scientists warn
Health
The flavour produces more toxic microparticles compared to menthol-free liquids.
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Dublin dietician shares the telltale signs of coeliac disease ahead of Awareness Week
Health
Sarah Keogh, a dietician who works actively with The Coealic Society of Ireland, explained that the disease remains undetected amongst thousands of Irish people
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Dublin music therapy service will have free workshop for people with Parkinson's
Health
The Sandyford-based service helps people with Parkinson's on several levels - psychological, informational, as well as with their speech and mobility issues
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National Children's Hospital facing 'chronic shortage' of nurses and staff due to housing crisis
National Children's Hospital
The issue is being seen across all sectors and could lead to further delays to the hospital opening
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Tributes flow after woman dies in Turkey following botched weight loss surgery
Health
Dozens of people who have travelled to Turkey in recent weeks for procedures involving stomach injections with Botox have been infected with botulism
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'I need to raise €80,000 to have a baby after devastating cancer diagnosis'
Health
Amy Kinsella always wanted to have a family of her own but her plans to become pregnant were thwarted after she was diagnosed with cervical cancer last summer
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Strep A and iGAS symptoms to watch out for as 16 Irish people die from disease since October
Health
The bacteria is a highly contagious infection which mostly affects children
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Five lesser-known symptoms of hay fever - including hair loss
Health
An expert says symptoms can include brain fog and itchy ears
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Rules on taking medicine, injections, blood tests and vaccines during Ramadan
Health
A pharmacist has explained what you can and can't do, and issues some urgent advice
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Noravirus: HSE issues advice on fighting vomiting bug as cases spike
Health
There have been 394 cases of the disease reported since the beginning of 2023, according to official figures from the HSE'S Health Protection Surveillance Centre
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'I've decided to donate my body to science after having a kidney transplant'
Health
Michael will soon celebrate the 23rd anniversary of his successful kidney transplant and hopes that donating his body to medicine will help those on dialysis or awaiting an operation
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'I visited my GP because I was tired and discovered I had breast cancer'
Cancer
Now Mary O’Callaghan wants to raise awareness around the topic for Irish Cancer Society's Daffodil Day
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Science explains why people get frisky at Cheltenham
Health
The warning comes as over 250,000 racegoers descend on the famous Cheltenham racecourse
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Former HSE chief Paul Reid could be paid €650 a day in new Citizens' Assembly role
Drugs
The upcoming Citizens' Assembly on drug use could last up to 30 days and would pay him almost €20k
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Young Irish woman went to A&E more than 200 times due to rare disease that stumped doctors
Offaly
The illness that caused two-hour long seizures stumped doctors before a diagnosis was finally given after five years
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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