Doctors object to online and smartphone GP consultations – The Irish Times
IMO calls on Government to stop health insurers offering GP services by Skype.
No relief from waiting lists until later in the year, warns minister – Irish Independent
There will be no significant reduction to the numbers of patients on public waiting lists for surgery in the early part of the year the Health Minister has admitted.
Clinic plans Irish surrogacy service under new laws – The Irish Times
Women will act as surrogates for infertile sisters or friends – medic.
Proposed sperm and egg donor register ‘unacceptable’ says doctor – The Irish Times
Fertility clinics fear Children and Family Relationships Bill will lead to reduction in donations.
Legal marijuana begins in Washington, D.C. as ‘green rush’ is on – Reuters
Possession of small amounts of marijuana became legal in the District of Columbia on Thursday, launching a pot “green rush” despite a face-off between local officials and the Republican-led U.S. Congress over the new standards.
Ireland v England Six Nations: Seven classic games and 26 iconic images from previous matches – Irish Independent
England travel to Ireland this weekend for a Six Nations clash which is already being billed as a title decider. Will it live up to these memorable encounters?