Health

PrEP: The drug being used to eradicate new HIV diagnoses in Northern Ireland by 2030

We sat down with HIV Consultant Dr Carol Emerson to find out more about PrEP and how it is reducing the number of new diagnoses

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Co Down man gives total stranger second chance at life

The 31-year-old signed up to donate at a registration drive at his local gym

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Charity backs new drive to get everyone vaccinated against cancer

Hundreds of thousands of people are to be offered the jab

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I'm one of only four in NI with life-shortening disease but I'm being denied treatment

Department of Health

“The treatment is proven to be transformative, but I am told 'sorry, it's just not considered to be cost effective’"

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Foreign office says 2 serious infections 'being spread' in favourite UK holiday destination

Travel Health Pro website said virus has now been detected for the first time caught in the country

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Formula shows which karaoke songs are most likely to boost mood

Samaritans says 'Music has a unique power to have a positive impact on our mental health'

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Anyone going out of UK this summer told to watch for 3 symptoms 'never to ignore'

Pharmacologist Dan Baumgardt said there was the risk of people returning with serious illnesses - and they should not just ignore the signs

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Gut doctor warns against fibre if you miss out eight-portion step

The gastroenterologist warns that you could 'wreck' your gut and make constipation worse

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Details of single jab to protect premature babies from common winter virus

It will be available from the autumn

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Rory McIlroy's little known battle with serious heart condition

The golfing star has suffered with the condition since the age of 20

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Co Down dad's plea for access to life-saving drug after motor neurone disease diagnosis

“I have a daughter and a family I wish to spend as much time with them without burdening them too much.”

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NI nurse soars to new heights after baby nephew diagnosed with complex heart condition

Little Jozie may need a heart transplant in the future, his family say

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Covid Stratus: How to spot new variant with unique symptom

The new Covid variant, officially known as XFG, has a unique symptom

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'Do not give up hope': Three recovering addicts share their powerful stories

South Eastern Trust

“It is incredibly difficult, but you can do it.”

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How a shock epilepsy diagnosis isn't holding this sporty NI teen back

In January of this year, her shocked parents found the 13-year-old unconscious on her bedroom floor

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Loose Women Ruth Langsford's favourite 'colourful no-cook salad' perfect for summer

The TV star, 65, shared her easy-to-make recipe on Instagram this week

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Psychologist says being bored over the summer is good for children

Dr Amanda Gummer says parents don't have to fear the school holidays

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'My wife thought symptoms were perimenopause - she died aged 44'

Laura Dawson, 44, was told she had stage three cancer in March last year and decided to discontinue treatment in May to spend the remaining time she had left with her family

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Stratus: New Covid variant has one unique symptom, GP says

The strain is rapidly spreading in the UK thanks to its ability to evade immunity

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Slash blood pressure levels by snacking on fruit with 'more potassium than bananas'

High blood pressure

One dried fruit, which contains more potassium than bananas, could help to lower blood pressure levels.

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New Covid variant is 'most dominant in UK' - with fears it could cause 'wave of infection'

The variant has overtaken Nimbus to emerge as the dominant strain in England.

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Sound of a heat pump release as a mindfulness track to ease stress

People have listed the sounds they find most stressful - from DIY to chewing and snoring

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Quarter of men experience same health problem but won't talk about it

A psychologist says men are using humour to try to open up about problems they feel uncomfortable with

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Covid warning as new Stratus variant 'rapidly spreading', says expert

The Covid variant Stratus is a descendent of the already super virulent Omicron

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Real Life Grieving family raise thousands in memory of four-year-old son who died in tragic holiday accident Edward Massey passed away hours after arriving for a holiday on the Spanish island of Tenerife

Outrage as guests arrive at North Coast hotel for bookings only to find it closed

A number of people had to find elsewhere to stay after expecting to stay the night at Me & Mrs Jones hotel in Portstewart

Glengormley family-run chippy on 28 years of creating a 'home from home'

The popular spot has changed over the years, but has always kept its rustic charm

Six cases heard before NI courts this week

Two Belfast men who stole a scooter from a doctor in an early morning hijacking were handed 30-month sentences

Investigation after dual language sign cut with angle grinder in East Belfast

The sign at Shandon Park was removed on Saturday evening

Crime Investigation after multiple cars damaged with 'Halloween hair-dye' in Dundonald The incident took place some time between Friday evening and Saturday morning

43-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of murder after two children found dead at home

Police were called to a home in Stafford at around 7.30am on Sunday morning by the West Midlands Ambulance Service. Two children were sadly pronounced dead at the scene

Man to appear in court charged with sexual communication with a child

It comes after a man was arrested in Strabane on Saturday, October 11

Mallusk hub fighting food poverty across Northern Ireland as winter demand looms

Last year they provided 172 charitable projects across NI with 1.7 million meals

Investigation after dual language sign cut with angle grinder in East Belfast

The sign at Shandon Park was removed on Saturday evening

Real Life Grieving family raise thousands in memory of four-year-old son who died in tragic holiday accident Edward Massey passed away hours after arriving for a holiday on the Spanish island of Tenerife

Outrage as guests arrive at North Coast hotel for bookings only to find it closed

A number of people had to find elsewhere to stay after expecting to stay the night at Me & Mrs Jones hotel in Portstewart

Glengormley family-run chippy on 28 years of creating a 'home from home'

The popular spot has changed over the years, but has always kept its rustic charm

Six cases heard before NI courts this week

Two Belfast men who stole a scooter from a doctor in an early morning hijacking were handed 30-month sentences

Investigation after dual language sign cut with angle grinder in East Belfast

The sign at Shandon Park was removed on Saturday evening

Crime Investigation after multiple cars damaged with 'Halloween hair-dye' in Dundonald The incident took place some time between Friday evening and Saturday morning

Northern Ireland can follow Slovakia's lead says Bailey Peacock-Farrell

Northern Ireland football team

Northern Ireland goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell eyeing a big night against Germany at Windsor Park

Shea Charles relishing 'one of the biggest nights' of his Northern Ireland career

Northern Ireland football team

The Southampton midfielder can't wait to get another crack at Germany

43-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of murder after two children found dead at home

Police were called to a home in Stafford at around 7.30am on Sunday morning by the West Midlands Ambulance Service. Two children were sadly pronounced dead at the scene

Man to appear in court charged with sexual communication with a child

It comes after a man was arrested in Strabane on Saturday, October 11