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Sexually transmitted infection rates decreased in Ireland in 2024 compared with 2023 but the notification rate remains 31% higher than pre COVID-19 pandemic year 2019. Today we've published annual data on STIs for 2024 hpsc.ie/a-z/sexuallytr… Overall STI notification rates in

Epi Insight June issue is out today This month's edition includes a focus on Pride: 👩‍❤️‍👨 STI notifications in Ireland decrease - reduce your risk, reduce the spread 🌈 Pride Month and HSE Sexual Health messaging 📰 Mpox Vaccine Update 📖 Case definition update: Herpes simplex

The notification rate for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Ireland fell 11% in 2024, according to the Health Protection Surveillance Centre rte.ie/news/health/20…

Our new issue of Epi Insight is out now📑 Featuring an article on the resurgence of Parvovirus B19 in Ireland👇 bit.ly/45ej2el 📈 An increase in parvovirus B19 detections was seen in Ireland in 2024 following several years of low activity including during the emergence

The 2025 Health Service Excellence Awards applications are now open. The awards are an opportunity to showcase and celebrate projects that make a real and lasting difference to #OurHealthService. Closing date: midnight Thursday 17 July. Apply → bit.ly/43rLLIE

Our June issue of Epi Insight features an article on ‘Strengthening Gonorrhoea Surveillance in Ireland’👇 📈 Gonorrhoea is a critical public health concern due to its rising incidence and increasing levels of AMR globally ✅ The study explored how well the gonorrhoea

The law on organ donation in Ireland has changed. If you’re aged 18 or over, you’ll be considered a potential organ donor, unless you opt out or are part of an excluded group. If you do not wish to become a donor, you can choose to opt out by adding your name to the opt-out

In the Summer 2025 edition of Health Matters, we highlight some of the great work being done in each of the 6 health regions. bit.ly/HMsummer25 #OurHealthService

Are you planning a summer holiday of a lifetime? Don't bring an STI home. Put condoms at the top of your packing list to help prevent STIs and an unplanned pregnancy. Learn more: pulse.ly/pdnkkccqw3

#Antibiotics do not work for viral infections such as colds and flu, and most coughs. Only take antibiotics if prescribed by a doctor. If you take antibiotics when you do not need them, they may not work as well for you in the future. This is because some types of bacteria

Epi Insight June issue includes a focus on Pride: 👩‍❤️‍👨 STI notifications in Ireland decrease - reduce your risk, reduce the spread 🏳️‍🌈Pride Month and HSE Sexual Health messaging 📰Case definition update: Herpes simplex (genital) (Herpes simplex virus) 📖Oropharyngeal gonorrhoea

Latest monthly data shows that measles cases and outbreaks have been reported in many European countries, including popular summer holiday destinations, as well as further afield (USA, Canada, Vietnam, Cambodia, Philippines). The HSE is concerned that measles outbreaks may occur

🪶Avian Influenza #Birdflu is circulating in sea birds. Do not pick up or touch sick or dead wild birds, and keep your pets away from them If you find a sick or dead wild bird, you can report it using the Avian Influenza Wild Bird reporting App 👉 gov.ie/birdflu

#FoodAlert Recall of various branded Bacon & Cabbage Dinners produced by Ballymaguire Foods due to the possible presence of Listeria monocytogenes ow.ly/t8QQ50WiyHM

With a status yellow high temperature warning in place over the weekend, it’s important to watch out for signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Make sure to: ✅Drink plenty of cold drinks, especially when exercising ✅Take cool baths or showers ✅ Wear light coloured, loose

After being outdoors this summer, keep an eye out for ticks and tick bites. These are small brown bugs whose bite can cause Lyme disease. If you find a tick on yourself, remove it, and contact your GP if you develop a bullseye rash. To find out more, visit:

Heat exhaustion is not usually serious if you can cool down within 30 minutes. If it turns into heatstroke, it needs to be treated as an emergency. Check for signs of heat exhaustion: bit.ly/46EsckX

Ionfhabhtú baictéarach a scaipeann sceartáin ionfhabhtaithe le daoine is ea galar Lyme. Forbraíonn formhór na ndaoine a dtagann comharthaí luatha ghalar Lyme orthu gríos craicinn dearg ciorclach timpeall ar ghreim sceartáin. Chun eolas a fháil ar na hairíonna, téigh chuig:

#UV index for Monday 14th July 🟠🟡High to moderate under clear skies 🟡Moderate under cloudy skies ☁️ Be #sunsmart and protect your skin & eyes from sun radiation🧴🕶️🧢⛱️ Also, let's prioritize safety & remain vigilant around the water🏊🛟 ℹ️ met.ie/uv-index