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Tragic death of 16-year-old Aoife Johnston by medical misadventure comes amid other concerning cases and warnings from campaigners

In the past, there was a formula which ensured that the worse things were, the more money you got. That’s no longer the case

The contract also intends to enhance senior decision maker presence on-site, out of hours and at weekends

Urgent need for additional resources as figures show only 50% of eligible schoolchildren were screened by dentists last year

Where you live can signal if you are more likely to die of cancer, as new figures show five-year survival rates in the most deprived areas are still just 59pc – 9pc lower than in affluent parts of the country.

Tragic death of 16-year-old by medical misadventure comes amid other concerning cases and warnings from campaigners

Consultant microbiologist said a different outcome was ‘highly likely’ if treatment was given in appropriate manner

The aim of the ‘Staying Fit for the Future: Better Balance’ initiative is to enhancing strength and balance in older adults

Opposition leader highlights ‘dangerous’ recruitment embargo and chaos faced by staff at the hospital on a daily basis

Dr Leandri Card told the inquest in Limerick she had been severely emotionally impacted by Aoife’s death and that the teenager’s death had led to her quitting the HSE