The head of astrophysics at the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies, Dunsink Observatory, chats to Mary McCarthy about the US space agency, rugby, and hundred-year solar storms Peter Gallagher at Dunsink Observatory In conversation with Mary McCarthy Today at 06:30 My dad was a service engineer and mum stayed at home. Their ambition was for … Read more
The occupational therapy manager for Dublin south-central mental health service chats to Mary McCarthy about work, life and mental health Sarah McNulty, occupational therapist In conversation with Mary McCarthy Today at 06:30 Occupational therapy (OT) is about helping people do everyday tasks for themselves if they are having difficulty due to physical or mental health … Read more
Brendan Kelly, professor of psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin, carried out a study of medical romance novels Whether it is lingering glances from behind surgical masks or the quickened heartbeat of a doctor in love, hospitals can be “whirlpools of passion”, according to a study of medical romantic novels undertaken by Dublin psychiatrist Brendan Kelly. … Read more
Brendan Kelly, professor of psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin, carried out a study of medical romance novels Whether it is lingering glances from behind surgical masks or the quickened heartbeat of a doctor in love, hospitals can be “whirlpools of passion”, according to a study of medical romantic novels undertaken by Dublin psychiatrist Brendan Kelly. … Read more
Sue Higgins says her breast cancer diagnosis was a shock and after time off for treatment she was nervous about her return to work. An online programme run by Trinity College Dublin proved an invaluable support system Sue Higgins at her home in Newbridge Co Kildare. Photo: Steve Humphreys Sue Higgins had noticed several changes … Read more
Alcohol Action Ireland has called on the Government to take meaningful action The report found one in three young drinkers had alcohol-use disorder. Photo: Getty There are 43,000 young people in Ireland living with alcohol dependence, according to a new report. The research from Alcohol Action Ireland (AAI) found alcohol consumption among 15- to 24-year-olds … Read more
Family welcomes new funding for research on condition Alan Finglas with his wife Michelle and sons Dylan and Jack in 2024 A father who lost his 12-year-old son to a form of childhood dementia has spoken of the devastation of seeing him deteriorate, losing his sight and ability to eat. Alan Finglas and his wife … Read more
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A new Tourism Ireland campaign leans into ‘decelerating the travel experience’, it says Island Discovery in Co Fermanagh. Photo: Tourism Ireland Summer is here, and protests against mass tourism seem to be speeding up. This month, thousands of demonstrators marched across Spain’s Canary Islands, and activist groups are reportedly targeting June 15 as a protest … Read more
DMG is a type of tumour that develops deep in the brain and affects young adults and children. Photo: Getty Images A breakthrough in childhood brain cancer research reveals a possible new target for therapies, according to Irish scientists. An international group of scientists has identified a key molecular process that drives a deadly form … Read more