Making a healthy Ireland
Every two in three adults and 25 per cent of pregnant women in Ireland are overweight or obese, and 20 per cent of children are overweight. ”¢ An estimated 12…
Minister Fitzgerald announces Norah Gibbons as Chair of new Child & Family Agency
Frances Fitzgerald TD, Minister for Children & Youth Affairs has today announced that the Government has approved the appointment of Ms. Norah Gibbon as first Chairperson of the board of…
Pubs demand minimum alcohol price
The heads of pubs, nightclubs and breweries are pleading with David Cameron to stick to his plans to introduce a mininum alcohol price. From the Telegraph In recent weeks, sources…
Gastroenterologists call on Government to tackle cheap alcohol
Belfast conference hears of drink-related health crisis From The Irish Times Friday, April 12, 2013 The Irish Society of Gastroenterology has called for action to be taken against cheap alcohol.…
Cut booze and cut cancer — charity
DRINKERS are being urged to cut their alcohol intake to reduce their risk of cancer. From the Evening Herald Clodagh Sheehy – 11 April 2013 An estimated 1,200 people die…
Kerry CoCo alcohol call is ‘another reason to move’
The call by Kerry County Council (KCoCo) made earlier this year for a special derogation from the alcohol limit for rural drivers, including small-tractor drivers, was another reason to move…
National alcohol charity urges people to “Reduce Your Drinking: Reduce Your Cancer Risk”
Alcohol Action Ireland, the national charity for alcohol-related issues, is encouraging people to examine their drinking habits and to reduce their cancer risk by reducing the amount of alcohol they…
Taoiseach ‘must give leadership in fight against alcohol abuse’
Taoiseach Enda Kenny needs to “give leadership” in tackling alcohol abuse and persuade ministers resisting change “to play their part”, former drugs minister RoisÃn Shortall has said. From the Irish…
Alcohol – set an example to the kids on drink
The manager of Derry City FC has backed a new campaign asking parents not to drink during family celebrations. From the Derry Journal Published on 06/04/2013 Speaking at the launch…
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