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- New drug may help to combat leukaemia
THE IRISH Cancer Society has welcomed the discovery by Irish clinical scientists of a powerful new drug that can kill leukaemia cells. The drug works better than those currently in use but also seems to leave healthy tissues untouched.
- €10m plan could help prevent operations being cancelled
A DUBLIN hospital with 30 acres to spare has suggested to the Health Service Executive (HSE) that a centre which would carry out elective operations for the entire eastern region could be built on its campus.
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Humble garlic becomes hot topic of conversationThe healing powers of garlic are legendary. Now it seems that they have been given the seal of approval by Finance Minister Brian Lenihan, writes SYLVIA THOMPSON
- Dentists reject 'fraudulent claims'
THE HSE and the Irish Dental Association (IDA) have strongly rejected reports that in excess of 10 per cent of the €85 million budget spent on a dental scheme may be paid to dentists making fraudulent and inappropriate claims.
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Bring them up green - and save cashBy taking simple measures such as using reusable nappies – which are cleaner (ecologically speaking) and cheaper than disposables – parents can help the planet, their pockets and their children
Spoil the kids at your perilPsychologist Aric Sigman makes no apologies for telling today’s parents how it really is. He believes they need to learn how to say no to their children
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