It’s now a year since barrister Marie O’Shea submitted a review to Government on the adequacy of the State’s abortion laws. One of the report’s recommendations was the removal of the mandatory three-day waiting period
Caution often criticised, understandably at times but was justified in autumn 2020
HSE advises nursing home staff to wear respirator masks when caring for residents
Department reports 21,302 new cases while hospital numbers rise to 884
Nphet did not leak letter for Cabinet on restriction advice, chief medical officer says
Further 4,235 coronavirus cases confirmed, 470 Covid patients in hospital
Some putting off medical treatment while others ‘becoming deliberate hermits’ due to Covid-19
Medics frustrated by the pace of reform and negotiations over Sláintecare contract
Holohan appeals to parents to follow new rules as masks now mandatory in school from third class up
Responsibility for management of the pandemic is fragmented and lacks accountability
Doctors warn of ‘unrelenting’ pressure as Covid-19 cases continue to soar
Change in physical wellbeing should be deemed possible Covid symptom, say doctors
Chief medical officer and Minister Michael McGrath says no plans yet to impose fresh curbs
Continued doubt over next phase of reopening on October 22nd due to high case numbers
Major violations 'embedded' in legislation must be addressed in review, expert states
Vaccinated people advised to avoid unvaccinated people not wearing masks indoors
GP says it is unfair to protest at locations where women access health services
GPs insist they have no role in certifying a patient is recovered from Covid
Consultants ‘have repeatedly urged’ investment in IT infrastructure and cybersecurity
Good progress is being made in restoring IT systems in the health service
Blood tests and X-rays which rely on IT among procedures facing major delays
Hotels will open doors on June 2nd with outdoor hospitality at restaurants and pubs due back June 7th
Government open to considering offering AstraZeneca vaccine to people under 60 who request it
One option available is to space out the doses between vaccines still being administered
Seven further deaths and 400 new cases reported on Thursday evening
National Immunisation Advisory Committee to discuss State’s position on shot
Donnelly and Glynn set to consider vaccine in context of other EU countries’ restrictions
Nphet reports 183 confirmed cases but due to IT problem this is likely to be underestimate
About one-third of Irish people are ‘unsure’ about getting Covid vaccine, recent survey shows
‘Big scrap’ looms ahead of reopening in wake of briefings by public health team members
Public health team’s focus on rising figures presages advance tussle with Government
Dr Ronan Glynn criticises ‘selfish minority’ for gathering to drink alcohol on city streets
Priority will be given to vulnerable groups and health workers, Martin says
Anchoring role of GPs acquires additional importance in a pandemic
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