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New global trial could help chronic cough sufferers in Ireland

People who suffer from chronic cough may be offered new hope thanks to a drug that can ease the symptom. Researchers suggest the medication called gefapixant has the potential to have a significant impact on the lives of thousands of sufferers. ...

04 Mar 2022 at 11:45

Lifestyle

World Asthma Day: Is my child’s cough asthma?

Lots of children have coughs at this time of year caused by viruses or hay fever. But if their cough persists, there’s a chance it could be sparked by the most common long-term condition among children – asthma. On World Asthma Day (May 2), ...

02 May 2023 at 06:00

Lifestyle

What is whooping cough and how do you catch it?

Whooping cough has been on the rise. There were 553 confirmed cases in England in January alone, compared with 858 cases for the whole of 2023, new data published by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) this week revealed. Numbers do tend ...

08 Mar 2024 at 12:59

Lifestyle

How do I know if my cough is bronchitis?

If you’ve been dealing with a persistent nasty cough, you may be wondering whether it’s just a seasonal cold or something more serious, like bronchitis. Knowing the difference is crucial, as bronchitis can be either acute or chronic, and ...

27 Jan 2025 at 13:37

National News

Urgent warning issued to parents as cases of dreaded '100-day cough' surge

Health experts in Ireland have issued an urgent warning as cases for the "100-day cough" continue to rise. Over 500 cases of Pertussis (whooping cough) have been identified in Ireland in 2024 with 402 cases confirmed. Numbers have been ...

06 Nov 2024 at 14:35

National News

What are the latest Covid symptoms? Big spike in cases sweeping across Ireland

Many of us know a friend or family member who has come down with nasty cold-like symptoms over the last few weeks, and talk about the resurgence of Covid has started circulating. A fresh Covid-19 wave is hitting Ireland this summer ...

10 Jul 2024 at 07:57

Lifestyle

How do I know if my cough is pneumonia?

Coughs and colds are rife this time of year, but how can you tell when they might be a sign of something more serious, like pneumonia? Recognising the difference between an ordinary cough and a potentially dangerous lung infection ...

16 Oct 2025 at 12:51

Lifestyle

What your cough might be telling you

An irritating cough that just won’t go away is easy to dismiss as a mild inconvenience, but in some cases, it can be subtle sign of something more serious. We spoke to Dr Andy Whittamore, GP and clinical lead at Asthma + Lung UK, ...

12 Feb 2026 at 08:30

Lifestyle

Should you worry about these children’s health issues?

It’s only natural for parents to worry about their children’s health and fear the worst when they get a fever or a cough or other common childhood complaints. All too often, they will search the internet for initial advice about ...

13 Mar 2026 at 08:30

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