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RATs for flu exist – should we be self-testing for that too?

Professor John O'Leary contributes to a piece first published by The Conversation in which the authors ask whether we should be using rapid antigen tests to diagnose flu in the same way as COVID-19.

14 Jul 2022

Health|Science

Scientists discover novel mutation associated with alternating hemiplegia of childhood

The work, which may assist in the clinical management of patients with the condition, involved a multidisciplinary team of geneticists, neurologists and radiologists from Ireland and France.

12 Jul 2022

Health

New report on Irish abortion services

A report from the School of Social Work and Social Policy has found that Ireland’s new abortion services are overall working well but the needs of women seeking abortion services for severe foetal abnormality are not being met. Extensive coverage included:

12 Jul 2022

Arts|Health|Research

New study finds Irish abortion services working well, but needs of some women not being met

Abortion services in Ireland are working well overall and are being delivered by committed healthcare staff, however the needs of women seeking services for severe foetal abnormality are not being met, according to new research.

12 Jul 2022

Health|Research

Dublin hospital staff report high levels of post-traumatic stress

Dublin hospital staff report high levels of post-traumatic stress, low mood, suicidal thinking and moral injury during COVID-19 pandemic.

1 Jul 2022

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