'One size fits all' approach to asthma not working
Some 470,000 people in Ireland have asthma, but many of those affected feel lost and believe that the condition is not being taken seriously enough
Marketing better health
Simply lecturing people about leading a healthier life is not enough. An expert says
if people are to be persuaded to behave differently, some value has to be created for them in doing his.
Biggest fall in smoking prevalence since 2009
The number of smokers fell by 70,000 last year, suggesting that tobacco control measures are working
Biggest development in stroke treatment in 20 years
The findings of a new study involving Irish scientists look set to revolutionise stroke treatment
Life after intensive care
People who survive a critical illness are often told they are lucky to be alive. But what if they don't feel lucky and instead feel scared, angry and confused?
New measures to tackle alcohol abuse
A ban on the sale of cheap alcohol is just one of a number of measures introduced by the Government to tackle alcohol misuse
Long-term dementia care severely lacking
A new report has revealed that just 11% of nursing homes in Ireland have dedicated dementia care units
Almost 1 in 8 mums smoke in pregnancy
A new report has revealed that almost one in eight mothers in Ireland smoked throughout their entire pregnany
Many failing to manage diabetes properly
Many people with type 2 diabetes believe they are managing the condition properly, but the reality may be very different
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