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Tuesday 27 October 2020
People who work more than 55 hours a week are at risk of atrial fibrillation.
A study shows that adults whose parents separated during childhood are at an increased risk for poorer health.
It applies to the 200g size of the chocolate Santa.
Researchers say it’s okay to exercise to relieve stress, just don’t go overboard.
This comes as a Brazilian manufacturer has had its certificate of conformity withdrawn.
Safefood will make a number of recommendations to the Department of Health on these products by the end of this year.
Ireland has the highest incidence of VTEC in Europe – a particularly nasty strain of E. coli.
Peanuts, wheat, oats and gluten are in the bars – but the wrapper doesn’t make it clear.
One desperate renter details what it’s like to live in a substandard apartment.
Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, commonly known as CJD, is a very rare form of dementia that is not curable.
Research has also found that the size of these risks can be predicted.
A substance use expert says a ban on drinks advertising is needed in order to foster a healthier relationship with alcohol.
The Ipsos MRBI poll in the Irish Times also finds that only 37 per cent of people believe abortion should be permitted where a woman deems it to be in her best interests.
The Irish Medicines Board and the Irish Association of Plastic Surgeons has played down cancer fears but urged any concerned patients who have received the implants to consult their surgeon.
Medical Independent uncovers ‘near miss’ at Temple Street hospital when stocks ran low during the freezing conditions of last December.
LIKE ALMOST EVERYTHING this year, Halloween in 2020 will be a bit different from usual.
Large scale fancy-dress parties shouldn’t be happening under Level 5.
One thing we can still do, however, is watch some horror films.
There’s plenty to choose from ranging between the child-friendly to the very scary ones available on streaming platforms and set to be shown on TV in the coming days.
So, this morning we’re asking you: Do you plan to watch some horror films this Halloween?
Poll Results:
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
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