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Mandatory mask-wearing not necessary unless there is an 'immediate threat to life'
That's according to local infectious diseases expert, Sam McConkey.
Aug 4, 2022 10:08Large outbreak of monkeypox in Ireland 'unlikely' says McConkey
Monkeypox is transmitted through touch and causes flu-like symptoms and painful blisters to appear on the skin.
May 24, 2022 17:05Local public health expert says easing of most covid restrictions 'right thing to do'
Professor Sam McConkey says the peak of Omicron has passed.
Jan 24, 2022 07:01Health service being hit by a "perfect storm" due to high rates of Covid-19
That's according to the Irish Medical Organisation.
Nov 8, 2021 07:11Monaghan professor says basic measures are still most effective way to stop Covid
Sam McConkey says a new drug being developed in the USA to fight Covid-19 could be as important as the invention of penicillin almost 100 years ago.
Oct 26, 2021 13:10Monaghan professor says fourth wave has begun as 562 new Covid cases reported
It's the highest daily figure since May 1st.
Jul 5, 2021 07:07Decision on J&J vaccine not expected until next week
NIAC has been discussing the vaccine.
Apr 22, 2021 13:04Number of Level 5 restrictions being eased today for the first time this year
The 5km travel limit has been lifted and more construction is resuming and school is back for all students.
Apr 12, 2021 07:04Just over half of 23 extra step-down beds promised for Monaghan Hospital last year have been opened
Just over half of the 23 extra step-down beds promised for Monaghan Hospital last year have been opened. Management at the hospital say the
Apr 7, 2021 07:04Easing restrictions in "baby steps" will prevent fourth wave says McConkey
A Monaghan professor says easing restrictions in “baby steps” will prevent Ireland having a fourth wave of Covid-19. The country is currently entering a
Apr 6, 2021 17:04NorthernSound Newsletter
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