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Government's ‘disgust’ at Russia’s bombing in Syria
Government's ‘disgust’ at Russia’s bombing in Syria
The Government has made clear its “absolute disgust and abhorrence” of Russia’s bombing in Syria, the Taoiseach has said.

Wed, 05 Oct, 2016

Malaria drug puts Irish troops at risk, says PDForra
Malaria drug puts Irish troops at risk, says PDForra
Irish soldiers are being put at risk of developing depression, confusion, extreme fear, and hallucinations because the Government still insists on giving them an anti- malaria drug on peacekeeping mission to Africa, against the advice of top UN medical experts.

Tue, 04 Oct, 2016

Anti-malaria drug taken off shelves in Ireland
Anti-malaria drug taken off shelves in Ireland

The controversial anti- malarial drug Lariam has been withdrawn from sale in the Irish market.

Sun, 18 Sep, 2016

Catch-up with what you've missed with our morning briefing
Catch-up with what you've missed with our morning briefing

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

Wed, 31 Aug, 2016

50 soldiers sue over malaria medicine
50 soldiers sue over malaria medicine
A total of 50 personal injury legal actions have been lodged against the State over the use of the controversial anti-malaria drug, Lariam, by Defence Forces personnel.

Wed, 31 Aug, 2016

Man’s claims malaria drug destroyed his life
Man’s claims malaria drug destroyed his life

A former director of a Dublin computer systems company claims in a High Court action that an anti-malarial drug, Lariam, which he took before honeymooning in Kenya 19 years ago, destroyed his life.

Thu, 27 Aug, 2015

Malaria drug defended despite risks
Malaria drug defended despite risks

The Department of Defence is continuing to prescribe a controversial malaria drug to personnel serving overseas, despite its manufacturers adding yet another health warning to its use.

Tue, 02 Jun, 2015

Retired soldier sues State over anti-malaria drug
Retired soldier sues State over anti-malaria drug

A retired soldier who served in Chad and Liberia is suing the State, claiming he has suffered personal injuries after he was prescribed the anti-malaria drug Lariam.

Tue, 14 Oct, 2014

Lariam: Why is drug linked to suicide still being given to soldiers?
Lariam: Why is drug linked to suicide still being given to soldiers?

DEFENCE Minister Alan Shatter has been accused of a cover up over allegations arising from the controversial anti-malaria drug Lariam.

Thu, 30 Jan, 2014

Mother warns travellers of side effects of anti-malaria medication

THE mother of a young woman who suffered a severe reaction to anti-malaria tablets has warned other parents of the dangers of their children taking such medication.

Fri, 24 Oct, 2003

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