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Over 1,170 patients now receiving buprenorphine

The number of patients receiving buprenorphine reached 1,172 at the end of September, according to figures provided...

By David Lynch - 24th Nov 2025

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GPs call for structured menopause care amid rising demand

By Niamh Cahill - 24th Nov 2025
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HSE to roll out remote health monitoring nationwide in 2026

By Niamh Cahill - 24th Nov 2025

Work on neonatology model to provide foundation for HIE care

A new model of care for neonatology will form the foundation upon which all condition-specific pathways,...

By David Lynch - 24th Nov 2025

Work of HPSC seroepidemiology unit under ‘review’

The Health Protection Surveillance Centre’s (HPSC’s) seroepidemiology unit (SEU) is under review amid funding and staffing...

By David Lynch - 24th Nov 2025

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New infrastructure will not address ‘totality’ of need for elective surgery – RCSI President

By David Lynch - 05th Dec 2025
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Launch of landmark national Traveller research on cancer

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HSE report shows continued fall in births and rise in key obstetric risks

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From zebra cows to ‘Dutch courage’: The 2025 Ig Nobel Prizes

By Dr Muiris Houston - 24th Nov 2025

Looking forward to the past

By Dr Lucia Gannon - 24th Nov 2025

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Irish surgeon honoured at ACS induction

By Mindo - 24th Nov 2025

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Response to our news story ‘Under 50% of new GP training places filled by Irish-educated graduates’, 11 November

By Mindo - 24th Nov 2025

Editorial

Reforms alone are unlikely to solve ED pressure this winter

By Paul Mulholland - 24th Nov 2025

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Rebuilding Ireland’s mental health system

By Dr Eoin Galavan (PhD) - 24th Nov 2025

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Medical Independent 25th November 2025

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New Cork centre a first in cancer prevention

Consultant Breast Surgeon Prof Mark Corrigan talks to Niamh Cahill about the launch of Ireland’s first cancer prevention centre in...

By Niamh Cahill - 24th Nov 2025

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Active travel and ‘health beyond the hospital walls’

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By David Lynch - 24th Nov 2025
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Pushing the boundaries in surgical oncology

Prof Michael Eamon Kelly speaks with Pat Kelly about his...

By Pat Kelly - 10th Nov 2025

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The next steps to improving cardiac care in Ireland

The recent Irish Cardiac Society Annual Scientific Meeting received a...

By Niamh Cahill - 10th Nov 2025
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International insights on assisted dying

Bette Browne examines the laws around assisted dying in other...

By Bette Browne - 27th Oct 2025

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An update on active surveillance in prostate cancer

Active surveillance offers a safe, patient-centred option for men with localised, low, or favourable intermediate-risk prostate cancer...

By Lynn Casey - 24th Nov 2025

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Ovarian cancer cells found in bloodstream may hold key to tracking disease progression

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By Priscilla Lynch - 24th Nov 2025
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Combination neoadjuvant immunotherapy is a potential treatment option for mesothelioma

Results from an early phase clinical trial, presented at the...

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RCSI Faculty of Radiologists and Radiation Oncologists, Annual Scientific Meeting, 123 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin, 25-26 September 2025

By Photos: David Coleman – Bobby Studio Photographers - 24th Nov 2025

Annual Neurology Update Meeting, O’Reilly Hall, University College Dublin, 10 October 2025

By Mindo - 24th Nov 2025

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Grounds for research: The coffee and AF connection is challenged

New research from the University of California and the University of Adelaide is attempting to challenge...

By Dr Doug Witherspoon - 24th Nov 2025
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The quiet charms of the Seal U Hybrid

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By Dr Alan Moran - 24th Nov 2025
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Dr Harry Barry’s journey beneath the surface

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National GP Study Day 2025

National GP Study Day 2025, organised by A.Menarini Pharmaceuticals, Galmont Hotel, Galway...

By Photos: Brian Harding - 10th Nov 2025

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National GP Study Day 2025

By Photos: Brian Harding - 10th Nov 2025

National GP Study Day 2025, organised by A.Menarini Pharmaceuticals, Galmont Hotel, Galway...
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RCPI Faculty of Occupational Medicine, Autumn Conference

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Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist wanted for Waterford Mental Health Service, HSE Dublin & South East Region.

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Transforming Sjögren’s Care Together – Knowledge Exchange Event 22nd November, 10am– 1pm, RCSI/online

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HSE tracking ‘benefits’ of public-only consultant contract

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€105m required to replace unsupported equipment

By Paul Mulholland - 23rd Jun 2024
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GPs call for structured menopause care amid rising demand

HSE to roll out remote health monitoring nationwide in 2026

Work on neonatology model to provide foundation for HIE care

Work of HPSC seroepidemiology unit under ‘review’

Breaking News

New infrastructure will not address ‘totality’ of need for elective surgery – RCSI President

Launch of landmark national Traveller research on cancer

HSE report shows continued fall in births and rise in key obstetric risks

Comment

From zebra cows to ‘Dutch courage’: The 2025 Ig Nobel Prizes

Looking forward to the past

Irish surgeon honoured at ACS induction

Response to our news story ‘Under 50% of new GP training places filled by Irish-educated graduates’, 11 November

Reforms alone are unlikely to solve ED pressure this winter

Rebuilding Ireland’s mental health system

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Medical Independent 25th November 2025

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E05 | Clinical Podcast – Inflammatory bowel disease in focus with Dr Orlaith Kelly

E04 | Clinical Podcast – Managing menopause symptoms in general practice with Dr Genevieve Ferraris

News Features

Active travel and ‘health beyond the hospital walls’

Pushing the boundaries in surgical oncology

The next steps to improving cardiac care in Ireland

International insights on assisted dying

Clinical News

Ovarian cancer cells found in bloodstream may hold key to tracking disease progression

Combination neoadjuvant immunotherapy is a potential treatment option for mesothelioma

First guidance on safe use of large language models in oncology practice

New generation of antibody-drug conjugates shows promise in early-stage disease

Study shows thymic health is linked to cancer patients’ response to immunotherapy

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RCSI Faculty of Radiologists and Radiation Oncologists, Annual Scientific Meeting, 123 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin, 25-26 September 2025

Annual Neurology Update Meeting, O’Reilly Hall, University College Dublin, 10 October 2025

Grounds for research: The coffee and AF connection is challenged

The quiet charms of the Seal U Hybrid

Dr Harry Barry’s journey beneath the surface

National GP Study Day 2025

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National GP Study Day 2025

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Transforming Sjögren’s Care Together – Knowledge Exchange Event 22nd November, 10am– 1pm, RCSI/online

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HSE tracking ‘benefits’ of public-only consultant contract

New project to provide accommodation for Coombe staff

€105m required to replace unsupported equipment

Rising number of ‘serious’ complaints – Medical Council

Pharmacist shortages in NCCP cancer drug management division filled by agency staff

Sight set on a brighter future for nAMD treatment

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