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Today (8th March) marks an important day in the global calendar, as people around the world celebrate the achievements of women on International Women’s Day. This year’s theme is #BreakTheBias, designed to raise awareness of gender equality, encourage diversity, and promote a world free of discrimination. We’re proud to say that this is an ethos […]
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The 10 warning signs that someone you know may be struggling with cocaine addiction
It is no secret that cocaine use is widespread in Ireland. A 2021 report by the Health Research Board found that cocaine use across the country has doubled and is at its highest among men aged 25-34, rising from 2 per cent in 2002-03 to 9 per cent in 2019-20. Yet even with this […]
AlphaBiolabs celebrates International Day of Women and Girls in Science
AlphaBiolabs is marking an important day in the global calendar, as people come together to celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Held on 11th February, this international event led by UNESCO and UN Women champions the role of women and girls in the scientific community, as well as encouraging equal access […]
Study of foetal alcohol syndrome is ‘first of its kind’ in Ireland
A new study which will examine the experience of people caring for or living with someone with foetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is the first of its kind to be launched in Ireland. The research, which is being conducted by Dr Katy Tobin of Trinity College Dublin in collaboration with Alcohol Forum Ireland and ENDpae […]
Drug-driving in Limerick on the rise as one in seven roadside tests come back positive
The Limerick Gardaí has expressed concerns over a rise in drug-driving, with one in seven roadside tests coming back positive. The city’s road policing unit – which carries out roadside drug testing for illicit substances including opiates, benzodiazepines, cocaine, and cannabis – reported that a growing number of motorists are testing positive for narcotics. Drug-driving is […]
10 signs that you or someone you know could be a functioning alcoholic
It is well documented that stress, anxiety and boredom as a result of the pandemic are all factors that have led to an increase in habitual drinking and alcohol-related health problems. Earlier this year Dr Frank Murray, a liver specialist and chair of Alcohol Health Alliance Ireland, was quoted as saying that the switch from […]
IVF mix-up proved thanks to DNA testing
DNA testing has once again been used to discover mix-ups surrounding in vitro fertilisation (IVF). Two months ago, we reported how a couple who took a DNA test ‘for fun’ were shocked to discover that the husband was not their son’s biological dad. Now, another US couple have again resorted to DNA testing to prove […]
National Grandparents Day 2021
In October each year, Ireland celebrates National Grandparents Day. This year, the country will commemorate this special day on Wednesday 6th October. After all, if we have Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, why not also dedicate a whole day to grandparents? National Grandparents Day is an annual celebration of the special relationship between grandparents and […]
Paternity testing for siblings in Ireland
When performing paternity testing for siblings, we can establish whether or not brothers and sisters share the same mother and father, or whether they share either their mother or their father. Full siblings each have the same biological parents, while half-siblings only share one biological parent – either the mother or the father. How does […]
Drug and alcohol testing for logistics companies in Ireland
As Christmas approaches, many logistics companies across Ireland are starting to think about drug and alcohol testing programmes. For firms offering transport, haulage and other distribution services, Christmas 2021 promises to be a particularly busy one. Coupled with increases in binge drinking across Ireland and the social pressures of the festive period, now is the […]