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Ask the Doctor: ‘I’ve developed hay fever in adulthood, is it dangerous to rely on antihistamine tablets?’

All your burning health questions answered by the professionals. “Some of my family members and I have developed…

By Sarah Gill

alternative asthma treatments

EDITORIAL

Three alternative asthma treatments to try this hayfever season

Approximately 80% of people with asthma also suffer from hayfever, which can make summer days a nightmare. These…

By Grace McGettigan

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EDITORIAL

‘All of a sudden I was really struggling’: 1 person in Ireland dies from asthma every 6 days

Asthma costs the state €472 million every year, both in medical costs and days lost from work. Not…

By Grace McGettigan

EDITORIAL

Grab your sunscreen: there’s a week-long ‘heatwave’ on the way

There may have been cool winds and showers over the past couple of days but don't pack away…

By Grace McGettigan