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Lenus Irish Health Repository http://lenus.ie makes health research and publications relevant to health in Ireland openly accessible.

#Influenza and #COVID19 vaccines prevent hospitalizations and deaths. That’s why WHO recommends seasonal influenza and COVID-19 vaccination for people at risk of severe disease.

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International Volunteers Day celebrates and recognizes the contributions of volunteers worldwide. It serves as an opportunity to applaud the selfless efforts of individuals who dedicate their time and skills to make positive changes in their communities and beyond. #volunteerireland #hse #lenus

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International Day of People with Disabilities-"Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress" help promote more awareness. Today celebrates the achievements and contributions of people with disabilities. Visit lenus.ie for some interesting reading #hse #lenus

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WORLD AIDS DAY - "Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response". Calling for sustained political leadership, international cooperation, and human-rights-centred approaches to end AIDS by 2030. Visit lenus.ie for interesting publications on Aids. #AIDS #WHO #LENUS #HSE

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After the success of our pilot project in 2024, we partnered with two new groups and trained 54 new community champions in 2025. With their outreach and community links, they are helping more people to access and take part in screening. ➡️ tinyurl.com/community-ch... #ChooseScreening

Strengthening community champions for screening: Progress in 2025

In 2025, we partnered with two new group and trained 54 new community champions.

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Follow these steps to help keep antibiotics effective for everyone: ✅ Only take antibiotics prescribed for you ✅ Ask if the prescribed antibiotics are the preferred first-line treatment ✅ Prevent infections by washing your hands and getting vaccinated Learn more 👉 bit.ly/4otAEcV

Infographic titled “Do” with a check mark. It lists actions for responsible antibiotic use:
– “Only take antibiotics prescribed for you.”
– “Ask if your prescribed antibiotics are the preferred first-line treatment.”
– “Prevent infections by washing your hands, and getting vaccinated.”

Additional text bubbles read: “Use antibiotics wisely.” and “Handle with care.”

#Tuberculosis (TB) is preventable and curable. Yet, it remains one of the world’s deadliest infectious killers, claiming 1.23 million lives in 2024. The WHO Global Tuberculosis Report 2025 talks about the gains made so far and the challenges ahead due to severe funding cuts: bit.ly/4qT5ihk

Image of a patient in the x-ray laboratory in the background. Text reads 'Tuberculosis is the world's top infectious killer. TB caused 1.23 million deaths in 2024. Ending TB is possible. Fund it, research it, commit to it.'

Influenza season is kicking off in the Northern Hemisphere! Your body can take up to two weeks to develop antibodies from the vaccine, so now’s the perfect time to protect yourself. Get your seasonal influenza (flu) vaccine so your immune system is ready to go!

Hand holding smartphone displaying a calendar with a date circled, accompanied by a reminder banner for influenza vaccination.

WORLD STROKE DAY - this day aims to raise awareness about stroke symptoms, prevention, and treatment, encouraging public participation in activities related to stroke recovery and education. Check out lenus.ie for interesting reading on many aspects of stroke #croi #irishheart #lenus

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NEWLY ADDED TO LENUS - "Connected health in cancer survivorship: Evaluating the usability and utility of the cancer thriving and surviving programme in Ireland". Cancer survivorship care has become increasingly complex. Connected health (CH) offer a promising solution to enhance care delivery #LENUS

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