Tag: Health
Eliminating HIV in Northern Ireland by 2030: World AIDS Day Initiative
Northern Ireland's only dedicated HIV Charity, Positive Life, is optimistic about the possibility of eliminating HIV in the region by 2030. The charity believes that by implementing simple changes such as increased HIV testing...
NI MPs’ Perspectives on Assisted Dying Legislation: Pre-Vote Insights
Northern Ireland's MPs have been sharing their thoughts on the Assisted Dying Bill ahead of a vote in Parliament on Friday. The private members bill would see terminally ill people in England and Wales...
Access to Student Loans Approved for Northern Ireland Medical Students
Access to Student Loans Approved for Northern Ireland Medical StudentsStudents at the Graduate Entry Medical School at Ulster University’s Derry-Londonderry campus will now have the opportunity to access tuition fee loans starting from the...
Detecting Pseudomonas Bacteria in Water Outlets at Belfast Maternity Hospital
A potentially harmful bacteria called Pseudomonas was discovered in 459 water outlets at Belfast's new maternity hospital, according to DUP MLA Diane Dodds. She raised this concern while calling for an independent inquiry into...
Survey Reveals Quarter of Northern Ireland Adults Fearful of Heating Costs
A recent survey conducted in Northern Ireland has revealed that over 40% of adults in the region are spending more than 10% of their total household expenditure on energy costs, making them fuel poor....
Celebrating 106 Years: An Inspirational Northern Irish Man
Norman Irwin, a remarkable man from Northern Ireland, recently celebrated his 106th birthday surrounded by friends and family at Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council's Civic Headquarters. The Deputy Mayor, Councillor Tanya Stirling, praised...
Dean McCullough’s $1000+ Hair Transplant Before Joining I’m A Celeb
Dean McCullough, a contestant on I'm A Celebrity, underwent a hair transplant before joining the show in Australia. The series also features WAG Coleen Rooney, TikTok star GK Barry, and the BBC Radio 1...
Supporting Bereaved Children: Charity Report for Teachers
Marie Curie, a prominent charity, is set to present a series of recommendations today aimed at assisting teachers in supporting bereaved children. The charity's report focuses on establishing a culture and practice of grief...
Campaign to Reduce Road Deaths Supported by NI Mother Who Lost Teenage Son in...
Debbie Mullan, a mother from Northern Ireland, tragically lost her 17-year-old son Keelan in a road crash over ten years ago. Keelan had just passed his driving test and was on his way to...
Action Needed to Support Neglected Victims of Northern Ireland Road Crashes
Road safety continues to be a pressing issue in Northern Ireland, with no significant reduction in road deaths and serious injuries, according to a road safety charity. To address this ongoing problem, Brake has...
Belfast Schoolboy with Autism Amazed by Response to First Book
An 11-year-old boy from East Belfast, Elan Watson, has recently written and published his first book titled 'In the Heart of Belfast'. Elan, who is autistic, was inspired to write the book after a...
Hope and Comfort: Nurse’s Baby Book for Neonatal Unit Parents
A compassionate nurse in Northern Ireland, Belle Stevenson, has shared her inspiration behind creating a special resource for parents with sick or premature babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The book, called One...
Toddler Hospitalized in Coma After Food Poisoning on Vacation
A two-year-old girl named Chloe Crook fell seriously ill while on vacation with her parents at a five-star resort in Hurghada, Egypt. The toddler experienced symptoms such as bloody diarrhea, vomiting, fatigue, and stomach...
Family Raises £300K for Charity That Saved Son’s Life
A family from Northern Ireland has been able to raise an impressive amount of over £300,000 in just six years for the Air Ambulance charity. This incredible feat was accomplished after the Air Ambulance...