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# Concern

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Athletes who suffer concussion more likely to report mental health issues after their careers
Ireland was one of the eight countries to take part in the research.
Two players emerge as doubts for Ireland's crucial World Cup qualifiers
Jon Walters and James McCarthy both face a race to be fit ahead of next month’s games.
Former Premier League footballer Clarke Carlisle found 'safe and well'
There was widespread concern after the ex-Leeds player went missing.
Marcelo worried by Bale boos at Real Madrid
The Wales international has been targeted by sections of the Santiago Bernabeu support.
Ederson injury overshadows Man City's emphatic win over Liverpool
The City stopper was stretchered off after a high challenge from Sadio Mane, who was sent off as a result.
'Where's the new Keane, Duffer or Dunney?' - Given fears for lack of young players coming through
The ex-Ireland goalkeeper would also like to see the current management team stay on beyond this campaign.
Former Irish international worries for inexperienced players ahead of World Cup
Tania Rosser spoke about her concerns on the eve of Ireland’s first Pool C fixture.
Ireland sweat on McClean scan after knee injury
The 28-year old limped out of West Brom’s friendly with Bristol Rovers at the weekend.
The Lions could drop players on back of abysmal discipline
The Lions’ discipline was abysmal even in victory over the All Blacks.
Major concern for the Lions as Owen Farrell drops out of Maori game injured
The England international has suffered a grade-one quadriceps strain.
Almost 8,000 cases of adult abuse reported to HSE last year
The most common type of abuse among 18-64 years olds was physical 48%, psychological 24% and sexual abuse 11%.
Anxious wait for Hogg but Lions have no plan to call up replacement
The Scotland fullback has visited a specialist to have his cheek injury examined.
Co-founder of Concern, Father Jack Finucane, dies aged 80
Father Finucane was a director of the charity until his death.
GoFundMe appeals are more popular than ever. How are established charities competing?
Charities big and small have gone online, and personal stories point the way towards attracting donors in their droves.
Ireland donated €51 million in record-breaking year for Concern
Concern says it helped 22.6 million people in 27 of the world’s poorest countries in 2016.
Tipperary goalkeeper facing lengthy ban after alleged incident with referee
All-Star nominee Evan Comerford was sent off by Paddy Russell in a club football game on Tuesday evening.
Jack McGrath may need x-ray after worrying arm injury in Leinster defeat
The Ireland loosehead is due to travel with Warren Gatland’s Lions this summer.
New Zealand skipper Read a doubt for Lions series after thumb operation
The back row suffered the injury yesterday.
Mourinho fears worst after Ibrahimovic, Rojo blows
“The news is fairly negative I think,” said the Manchester United boss.
Finn Harps issue positive update on pair following worrying scenes in Ballybofey
Manager Ollie Horgan says Harry Doherty and Packie Mailey are “recovering” after a clash of heads.
Heartbreak for Ciara Mageean as she's forced to drop out of 1500m European Indoor final
She limped off the track in Belgrade with less than two laps to go.
Walters still a number of weeks from return with crucial Wales clash looming
The striker has featured in every minute of Ireland’s WC qualifying campaign so far.
Explainer: Why tens of thousands face starvation in war-torn South Sudan
Famine was declared in the new African country on Monday, which has been embroiled in civil conflict for years.
Olympic swimming great found 'alive and sober' after disappearance
Grant Hackett’s father confirmed to local media that his son was was safe.
Australian bowler suffers fractured skull and brain bleed after training incident
Joe Mennie is said to be ‘feeling well’ after the scare.
Missing woman Louise Brennan found safe and well
Louise Brennan has been missing from her home in Paulstown since Christmas morning.
The 8-month-old PRO Rugby competition in the USA is already in turmoil
Players who competed in the inaugural season are to have their contracts terminated.
Trump dubbed 'the first anti-science president' the US has ever had
The scientific community in the US now fears the worst.
Groves 'deeply concerned' for hospitalised Gutknecht
Eduard Gutknecht reportedly collapsed in his changing room after failing to take George Groves’ title off him.
FAI boss reveals change in League of Ireland schedule and lays out new marketing plan
Director of Competitions Fran Gavin has written an open letter to SSE Airtricity League clubs.
What President Trump means for the 50,000 undocumented Irish in the US
‘The Irish once had that extra bit of clout but those days are gone now.’
'He lost 20 minutes of his memory and doesn't know what happened'
Vincent Janssen is a major doubt for the World Cup qualifier against Luxembourg after suffering a head injury.
Charity boss praises Ireland's response to Haiti disaster, while calling world response a 'disgrace'
“This is a country that we have access to. There is no war, no bombs dropping and no excuses. The appeal must be met.”
Ulster Bank customers can donate to Haiti at bank's ATMs
It’s feared the death toll for Hurricane Matthew could exceed 1,000 people.
NFL executives are worried Cam Newton's career will be cut short due to concussions
One AFC front-office executive said he’d be stunned if the player lasted longer than five more years.
'He was out cold for a while' - Martin O'Neill on Robbie Brady's worrying injury
There was concern for the Norwich star after he lost consciousness during tonight’s match.
AZ goalscorer regains consciousness after worrying scenes in Dundalk match
The Dutch side have delivered a positive update on Stijn Wuytens.
James McCarthy a doubt for Irish qualifiers next month after Ronald Koeman confirms surgery
Martin O’Neill’s side face Georgia and Moldova early next month.
Zebo expected to miss Cardiff clash as Munster wait for injury update
The Ireland international injured his ribs in the win over Scarlets on opening weekend.
With the derby looming, a blow for Man United as Luke Shaw is withdrawn from England squad
Jose Mourinho will be anxiously awaiting an update with the left-back only recently recovered from a horrible leg break.