My Psychiatric History Prevented Me From Adopting
The interview started out gently, with a mutual “How are you?” But it turned probing when the medical…
Mental health treatment a growing concern in Illinois jails
Despite repeated warnings from medical professionals, staff at the Sangamon County Jail placed 27-year-old Tiffany Rusher — who…
Heavy coffee drinking may weaken bone density in older women
A decade-long study of postmenopausal women suggests tea may offer modest bone benefits, while very high coffee intake…
‘I have nowhere to go. I am frightened’ – The Irish Times
An elderly survivor of a Magdalene laundry says she is “frightened” and “has nowhere to go” as her…
Depression links to chronic headaches through weight and diet, not physical activity alone
Large population data from Iran show that body weight and iron intake help statistically explain the depression–headache link,…
Improved disability and youth mental health services among commitments in HSE’s 2026 plan – The Irish Times
Improvements to disability services, an 18 per cent increase in the number of cervical screening tests and an…
Whitehorse mother says it’s time she’s compensated as a caregiver
Georgette Aisaican’s daughter is her whole world. Aisaican, a member of the Cowessess First Nation who’s called Whitehorse…
Study identifies molecular drivers of cerebral small vessel disease
A new study identifies molecular factors that promote small vessel disease – and an active drug that can…
‘For some young people it’s the social’ – The Irish Times
Screens get the blame for many things – from problematic content, to depriving teenagers of “real-life” experiences, to…
Newcastle personal trainer with cerebral palsy ‘devastated’ after ‘essential’ laptop stolen
Ken Rogan, 39, runs K.R. Fitness based in Fenham, a not-for-profit organisation that supports disabled people through inclusive…
World-first tournament hopes to ‘break down barriers’ between the golf and disability communities
If you ask golfer Bailey Smaldon, he will tell you he has the best swing among his teammates…
Thalidomide survivors secure further political support on anniversary of drug withdrawal – The Irish Times
Sandra Dunne knew she was affected by thalidomide around 1970, when she was nine years old and had…