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Public invited to celebration of Vicky Phelan’s life in her native Kilkenny

The public have been invited to celebrate the life of Vicky Phelan in her native Mooncoin, Co Kilkenny By Edana Flynn The...

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“If you know the signs – don’t waste time”: Know the symptoms of Meningitis

Joint awareness campaign aims to highlight signs and symptoms of meningitis. The Department of Public Health Mid-West, ACT for Meningitis, Limerick GAA...

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HSE launch National Stroke Strategy as cases set to soar

THE NUMBER OF STROKE CASES IN IRELAND SET TO INCREASE BY 59% BY 2035 By Riona Maguire To mark World Stroke Day...

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BREAKING: Young Limerick student dies of meningitis as Department urges public to look out for symptoms

Department officials have urged members of the public to be vigilant for symptoms of meningitis By Riona Maguire The Department of Public...

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Budget 2023 sees free contraception scheme extended

The measure expands upon the scheme announced earlier this month. By Rebecca Lenihan The Free Contraception scheme is to be extended to...

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Limerick Bar Owner Disappointed By Continued COVID-19 Restrictions

Speaking to Limerick Voice, Jack Costello, manager of The Locke Bar, said that he is “disappointed but not surprised” by this afternoon's...

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Over 60’s To Be Offered COVID-19 Booster Vaccine

Taoiseach Micheál Martin, following recommendations by the National Immunisation Advisory Committee (NIAC), announced booster shots will be administered to individuals over 60...

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Cancellations, frustration, and gratitude; different reactions surround AstraZeneca vaccine

Since concerns were raised of the AstraZeneca vaccine causing blood clots, vaccination appointments have been cancelled on numerous occasions throughout the country....