39% of couples worry about whether they can afford a baby
New research shows that 39% of Irish couples worry more about whether they can afford a baby due to the rise in the cost...
Almighty phosphorous
Q: I’ve heard there might be a shortage of phosphorous and this could really impact the environment, but I’m not sure I understand why....
Your unique smell can provide clues about how healthy you are
Aoife Morrin, Dublin City University
Hundreds of chemicals stream from our bodies into the air every second. These chemicals release into the air easily as...
Eco by design
Q: We are surrounded by so many products and I’m curious about whether the people who design them have concerns for the environment in...
Searching for a rebel Rose
The search for the Cork Rose kicked off on International Women’s Day last Friday, with the 2023 rebel Rose, Kate Shaughnessy, launching this year’s...
Rugby star Mack Hansen Irish ambassador for Wings For Life World...
Irish rugby international Mack Hansen has been announced as the Irish ambassador for the Wings For Life World Run, which takes place this year...
Many missing out on subsidies towards cost of childcare
All parents using Tusla-registered childcare services are being urged to make sure they are getting their full entitlement to subsidies, which could cut thousands...
Optometrists want to end geographic lottery in children’s eye-care
There is a geographical lottery in public eye-care for 8-16 years with no public programme for this age group, long waiting times and a...
The middle-aged brain changes a lot – and it’s key to...
Sebastian Dohm-Hansen Allard, University College Cork and Yvonne Nolan, University College Cork
Our brains change more rapidly at various times of our lives, as though...
Wear A Hat on Thursday 28th!
As Brain Tumour Awareness Month comes to a close this Thursday, 28th March, people are being encouraged to put on their favourite hat, be...
