Advanced heart, kidney and metabolic disease linked to higher cancer risk
People with advanced heart, kidney and metabolic disease may face a higher risk of developing cancer, according to…
Why early-onset cancers are rising and how researchers plan to stop them
Early-onset cancers are reshaping the cancer landscape, and this Cell Perspective lays out how researchers could uncover hidden…
Flu vaccination may cut heart attack and stroke risk after infection
A nationwide Danish study found that flu can sharply raise the short-term risk of heart attack and stroke,…
I had electric shocking therapy – but it was a deadly brain bug, not depression
Lucy was sectioned for over three months after suffering from headaches and hallucinations (Picture: Samuel Binstead) It was…
Home HPV Self-Sampling Kits Show Promise for Closing Cervical Screening Gap in Disabled Women
A new study from the University of Sheffield suggests that at-home human papillomavirus (HPV) self-sampling kits could help…
Disability authority warned of possible legal action if overbudget building project is halted – The Irish Times
The National Disability Authority (NDA) was told halting a construction project that was running close to 50 per…
Irish mum couldn’t find special PJs to suit her son’s needs
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Social Security Announces Big Change Impacting Millions
The Social Security Administration announced a major operational shift on Thursday that will fundamentally change how disability benefit…
Cannabis, cocaine and amphetamines linked to higher stroke risk
A massive analysis of more than 100 million participants reveals that several commonly used illicit substances may raise…
Disabled artist is ‘back to worrying’ about how she will afford rent – The Irish Times
A disabled artist has said she is “back to worrying” about how she will be able to afford…
COVID-19 ARDS survivors face lasting disability and high late mortality, researchers report
Four years after ICU admission, mortality remains strikingly high in ventilated COVID-19 ARDS patients, and many survivors continue…
Hundreds attend Dublin protest for disability emergency payment – The Irish Times
Hundreds of people have taken part in a protest in Dublin calling for the immediate introduction of an…