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New European survey sheds light on how Irish people are using drugs
The Health Research Board (HRB) has published the Irish results from the European Web Survey on Drugs (EWSD), providing insights into the behaviour of...
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European Drug Report 2022
The European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) has published the 'European drug report 2022: trends and developments' on 14 June...
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Cocaine treatment triples between 2015 and 2021
The latest figures from the Health Research Board (HRB) show continued growth in the number of cases* seeking treatment for problem cocaine use, with...
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New HRB report examines substance use among young people
Findings from the latest HRB report reveal that adolescents are starting to drink alcohol at a later age – but one-in-three young drinkers has an...
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HRB publish first report on Irish gambling trends
New figures show overall drop in gambling while close links remain between problem gambling, social deprivation and substance use disorders.
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Time to take action, use evidence, and address societal challenges
The Health Research Board (HRB) has joined with the Evidence Commission to ensure that the best evidence is made available to address societal...
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HRB investment of €22 million in cancer clinical trials will transform cancer care in Ireland
The funding will tackle childhood and adult cancers, making a real difference to the lives of cancer patients, allowing them more access to cancer...
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HRB reports rise in cocaine and crack cocaine treatment
The latest figures from the Health Research Board (HRB) show continued growth in the number of cases* seeking treatment for problem cocaine use,...
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New HRB report examines drug use in Ireland
A new report from the Health Research Board (HRB) presents findings from the National Drug and Alcohol Survey (NDAS) 2019–20, which shows that more...
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HRB announces €6 million investment for Clinical Trial Networks on the eve of International Clinical Trials Day 2021
People with dementia, diabetes and infectious diseases, as well as patients of paediatrics, primary care and intensive care, will all benefit from the...
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New HRB overview presents latest research on alcohol consumption, harm and policy in Ireland
A new report from the Health Research Board (HRB) presents an overview of alcohol consumption and harm in Ireland, analysing trends and assessing the...
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New HRB report identifies best practice for addressing drug use among people who are homeless
A new Health Research Board (HRB) evidence review explores international evidence for responding to substance use among people who are homeless,...
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New HRB report reveals well-being, autonomy and community are key when designing housing with support for older people
A new evidence review conducted by the Health Research Board (HRB) explores the perspectives of older people from around the world on housing with...
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People and patients must be central to health research according to the Health Research Board
The Health Research Board (HRB) will today launch their new five-year strategy, focusing on citizens who are the ultimate beneficiaries of health...
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HRB announces winner of Impact Award 2021
The Health Research Board (HRB) has announced Gerry McElvaney, Professor of Medicine at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences, as the winner...
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Health Research Board expands opportunity for the public, patients and carers to be involved in health research
The Health Research Board (HRB) is announcing €5m* in funding to support research institutions develop a network to advance the involvement of the...
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Fake news can result in false memories - online conference on Truth and Trust has learned
Today, at a Health Research Board online conference on Truth and Trust in Health Research, a study was presented on how exposure to ‘fake news’ can...
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Health Research Board to explore Trust and Truth in Health Research at Online Conference
How do we discern fake from fact when it comes to health? In an online conference due to take place tomorrow (Tuesday) and Wednesday, the Health...
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New HRB evidence shows e-cigarettes are associated with adolescents starting to smoke tobacco cigarettes
A Health Research Board (HRB) review into e-cigarette use has found that e-cigarettes are associated with adolescents starting to smoke tobacco...
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Health Research Board compares the Irish drug situation with the rest of Europe
The European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) will publish the European drug report 2020: trends and developments today. This...
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Clinical trial shows common steroid improves recovery and survival for COVID-19 ICU patients
The global study, involving more than 200 intensive care units around the world, has found that delivering intravenous hydrocortisone, a...
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HRB reports continued demand for alcohol treatment
The latest figures from the HRB show 53,200 cases were treated for problem alcohol use in Ireland between 2013 and 2019. A total of 7,546 cases were...
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Drinking in denial in Ireland
New HRB study reveals that many people in Ireland underestimate how much they drink.
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Board appoints Dr Mairéad O'Driscoll as Chief Executive
The Health Research Board has announced the appointment of Dr Mairéad O'Driscoll as Chief Executive. Previously Director of Research Strategy and...
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HRB reports increase in psychiatric in-patient admissions under 18 years old
The latest figures from the HRB show an increase in the number of under 18-year-olds admitted to psychiatric units and hospitals in Ireland, rising...
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