Is remdesivir the 'magic bullet' when it comes to Covid-19? An expert verdict on the effectiveness of the drug recently used to treat US president Donald Trump Medicine • 13 Oct 20
Snails, bacon and prayer: how our ancestors dealt with warts A folklore collection highlights the many folk cures used by Irish people to deal with warts and other ailments Folklore • 09 Mar 20
5 tips to make the most of your medicines What steps should those on regular medication take to ensure best results? Health • 14 Jan 20
What was it like to go to the doctor in medieval Ireland? Life before vaccines, modern anesthesia and popping into the chemist for some paracetamol to relieve an headache Medicine • 14 Nov 19
How to deliver new medicine without bankrupting the health system The HSE has almost exhausted their 2019 funding for new drugs, so how can we ensure patients still get the cutting-edge treatment they need? Medicine • 04 Apr 19
How Northern Ireland's doctors and nurses coped with the Troubles The experiences of medical staff working during the Troubles gives an insight into the effects of conflict on people and society The Troubles • 03 Apr 19
The placebo effect: trick or treat? The use of placebos presents a medical paradox and an ethical dilemma for those who want to treat patients without tricking them Health • 03 Dec 18
A short history of deadly potions and poisons Analysis: recent high profile poisoning cases have highlighted our dark fascination with death by poisoning Poison • 09 Mar 18