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13th November 2018
Minister Byrne opens National Forum on promoting best practice in drug and alcohol addiction service
Minister for Health Promotion and the National Drugs Strategy, Catherine Byrne TD opened the first National Drugs Forum in the Aviva Stadium.
13th November 2018
12 ways to better self-care
Because we’re worth it! As today kick’s off self-care week, Kathy Donaghy asks the experts for tips and advice on how we can build a happier, healthier lives
9th November 2018
Will consumers be left wondering forever?
Yesterday in the European Parliament, MEPs and health campaigners together with industry representatives, yet again called for the alignment of alcoholic beverages with other food products
7th November 2018
Officials travel abroad to help sort out Ireland’s problem in sourcing medicinal cannabis
The government is finding it difficult to find a quality assured supplier of cannabis and a supplier that can export its products to Ireland.
6th November 2018
Reducing Alcohol Harm: The Power and Potential of Communities
ICAAN (The Irish Community Action on Alcohol Network, supported by the Alcohol Forum) and the Institute of Public Health are the organisers of the first North South Conference on community action on alcohol.
5th November 2018
Minister for Health signs 23 sections of the Public Health Alcohol Bill into effect
Minister for Health Simon Harris has signed the order to commence 23 sections of the Public Health Alcohol Bill into operation. The legislation, which was passed overwhelmingly by the Oireachtas last month, legislates for alcohol as a public health priority.
5th November 2018
Alcohol advertising ban to start November 2019
Alcohol advertising bans near schools or play areas, coupled with new separation rules for drink sold in shops, come into effect November 2019 after approval by Health Minister Simon Harris.
5th November 2018
Alcohol advertising ban to start November 2019
Alcohol advertising bans near schools or play areas, coupled with new separation rules for drink sold in shops, come into effect November 2019 after approval by Health Minister Simon Harris.
2nd November 2018
Medical cannabis products can now be prescribed in Northern Ireland
The move has been welcomed by some, while others say the new rules are still too restrictive.
30th October 2018
Drink-driving ban appeals permit motorists to stay on road
Decision to contest new three-month ban may leave driver on road for several years

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