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Horse racing meeting abandoned after discovery of equine flu
Horse Racing
The meeting was called off as a precautionary measure
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HSE issues holiday warning as 'one of the most infectious diseases' spreads in Europe
HSE
Ahead of holiday season, the HSE has issued an urgent warning to Irish travellers about outbreaks of 'one of the most infectious diseases' in Europe and the UK.
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Urgent HSE holiday warning as highly infectious virus spreads across Europe
HSE
The HSE has issued urgent advice for Irish holidaymakers as health officials monitor a fast spreading infection across Europe.
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HSE flags surprising flu symptom that hits at night
Flu
The HSE says the flu is still spreading widely across Ireland and is urging anyone with symptoms to stay at home.
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HSE urges people to remain vigilant as flu case numbers remain high
HSE
Hospitals around the country remain busy, with 448 people currently hospitalised with respiratory illness
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HSE warns flu can cause strange dinnertime symptom
Flu
The HSE is warning that a common but easily overlooked flu symptom may first appear around dinnertime, as cases continue to 'spread widely' across Ireland.
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HSE warns 'don't go to work' if you have these 2 symptoms
Irish News
The HSE has issued an urgent warning for anyone feeling unwell with two key symptoms as a highly contagious stomach bug spreads across Ireland.
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Tipperary University Hospital closed to visitors until further notice
Flu
There has been a significant surge in cases of flu at the hospital
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Ireland January 2026 flu symptoms as HSE reveals exactly when you're most contagious
Flu
As flu cases surge across Ireland this January, the HSE has outlined the key symptoms to watch for.
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HSE issues urgent warning to anyone ill with 2 symptoms
HSE
The HSE has issued an urgent warning as a highly contagious stomach bug continues to spread across Ireland.
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Paramedic says everyone should make 3 changes now to 'avoid catching flu'
Flu
A UK paramedic has shared three simple changes people can make to boost their immune systems and try to avoid flu this winter. According to Ella, the moves are vital to try and stay well
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Pharmacist says stock up on 4 medicines before January to help fight colds and flu
Health
A pharmacist has urged people to prepare their medicine cabinets before winter really bites. He detailed the essential supplies needed to help treat cold and flu symptoms before January
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HSE chief makes grim flu warning amid fears of Christmas surge: 'We're reaching a peak'
Flu
Dr Colm Henry said this winter has seen "record" numbers presenting at emergency departments and thanked medics for coming together to battle the surge.
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Fears grow that flu spread could halt many families seeing sick relatives in hospital over Christmas
Flu
The latest figures show 410 cases of the flu were reported last week
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Paracetamol warning issued as 'super flu' cases continue to soar
Paracetamol
A pharmacist has issued a paracetamol warning as "super flu" cases are continuing to soar across the country. There's important information you need to know about the medication
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Nasty bug sweeping Ireland can strike twice as HSE issues urgent symptoms warning
HSE
Ireland is currently experiencing a high level surge of norovirus, a highly contagious stomach bug that can be caught more than once.
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Superflu nightmare - Irish medic calls for public warning: 'It's time to grasp the nettle'
Flu
Dr Ciara Steele blasted health bosses for not speaking out about flu spreading through the air
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Hospital boss warns health services could face 'carnage' as flu admissions surge 55%
Flu
But some experts have questioned whether 'super flu' panic is justified
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10 symptoms of the mutant flu strain amid surge in cases as HSE warn 'peak still to come'
Flu
The HSE has warned that flu activity in Ireland is at "high levels", with case and hospitalisation numbers both rising rapidly in the last week
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HSE urgent warning to 'stay at home' if you have these 10 symptoms amid 'super flu' outbreak
Flu
Flu cases and hospitalisations are rising rapidly across Ireland, prompting the HSE to urge anyone showing symptoms to stay at home.
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Government ‘worried’ over flu vaccine uptake as cases continue to rise
Flu
Mr O’Donovan described the vaccine as ”the best form of protection” and encouraged “anybody that still hasn’t got the flu vaccine to please go out and get it”
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Fears grow Ireland 'super flu' surge could destroy Christmas for families
Flu
The flu strain at the centre of the surge is known as H3N2 'subclade K'
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Pharmacist warns using 1 medication to treat colds and flu can 'worsen symptoms'
Health
As the festive season approaches, a pharmacy expert highlighted the common mistakes people make when treating colds and flu. Some medication could actually make symptoms worse and prolong illness
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Pharmacist says take 1 pill to help prevent colds and flu in December
Health
A pharmacist has shared that taking a simple pill is recommended during December and the winter months. It can boost your immune system and help prevent colds and flu
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