PCOS vs PMOS: Why experts are adding metabolism to the equation in women’s health
For nearly a century, one of the most common hormonal disorders that women face had been defined by…
Cork elective hospital, dogged by delays, won’t be ‘shovel-ready’ until 2030
The HSE only intends to apply for planning before the end of this year for an elective hospital…
HSE mental health centres can’t provide therapy to patients due to understaffing
Mental health centres around the country are having to offer beds and medication only to distressed extremely vulnerable…
Developer offers to build public hospital for HSE in Limerick within seven years
A developer has offered to build a public hospital for the HSE in Limerick within five to seven…
Elaine Loughlin: Can Jennifer Carroll MacNeill deliver Sláintecare despite resistance from healthcare leaders?
Jennifer Carroll MacNeill is gaining a reputation as an enforcer in health, but by winning the battle she…
The number of push-ups you should be able to do, according to your age
Ever wondered how your fitness levels compare? (Picture: Getty Images/Johner RF) Even for established gym bunnies, reaching the…
Families urge HSE to make life-changing drug Givinostat available as soon as possible
Duchenne muscular dystrophy families have said they will not celebrate a drug to treat the disease being recommended…
Weight-loss drug users save hundreds on food as take-up triples
Weight-loss drugs are saving users’ households more than £418 (€485) a year on grocery bills in the UK,…
Apply for a 2026-27 UAE mental health journalism fellowship
You can apply now for a 2026-27 Rosalynn Carter Fellowship for Mental Health Journalism if you are a…
Weight loss jabs are being linked to ‘Ozempic butt’ — a new drug might stop it
Some people losing weight rapidly have experienced ‘Ozempic butt’ (Picture: Getty Images) It’s no secret that there are…
Mary Horgan reappointed as interim chief medical officer after ‘unsuccessful’ recruitment drive
Mary Horgan has been reappointed as interim chief medical officer (CMO) after “subsequent unsuccessful attempts” to fill the…
Taoiseach tells Cork dad who lost one son that discussions on life-changing drug for his other son will be brought forward
As reported by the Irish Examiner last week, Craig Coady is imploring the HSE to approve the drug…