The HSE Drugs Group has deferred a decision on the public reimbursement of Skyclarys, a treatment for the degenerative condition Friedreich’s ataxia, leaving families in Ireland in an extended period of uncertainty. Following a meeting on Tuesday, the group requested further research and indicated it would review the case again in three to four weeks. … Read more
K. O’Connell Fishmongers has recalled a batch of smoked salmon following contamination concerns, according to the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI). While no illnesses have been confirmed, the FSAI advises that vulnerable groups, including pregnant women and the elderly, should be cautious as Listeria symptoms can take up to 70 days to appear. Why … Read more
The “Celtic Gene”: Why Awareness of Ireland’s Most Common Genetic Disorder is Vital Ireland has one of the highest rates of inherited disorders in the world, a reality linked to a condition often referred to as the “Celtic Gene.” Haemochromatosis, a condition that causes the body to store excess iron, affects a significant portion of … Read more