Donal Hickey believes the technological advancements in drones could have a significant impact on Ireland’s vegetation, if used properly.

Research by paediatricians at University College Cork’s School of Medicine reveals that analysing the weakness of a newborn infant’s skin barrier can help predict which child will develop food allergies.

A study has found that while more than three-quarters of new mothers will try breastfeeding their baby at least once, by the time of discharge from hospital more than half will have stopped.