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The health system in Northern Ireland: How is it structured and …

WEBThis article explains how the health system in Northern Ireland is structured, and who is responsible for COVID-19 planning and decision making. [This article is part …

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Can face masks cause harmful levels of reduced oxygen

WEBThe WHO is categorical in their public advice, stating that the prolonged use of face masks does not lead to oxygen deficiency. Doctors and nurses have also …

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Does Northern Ireland have the highest number of children in care …

WEBIn January 2022, 3,566 children in Northern Ireland were recorded as being in care, which is the highest recorded figure since 1995, according to Department of Health statistics …

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What are shielding letters

WEB[This article is part of the COVID-19 Information Dissemination (COVID-19 ID) Project — a partnership between Community Development and Health Network (CDHN) …

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Seasonal flu and COVID-19

WEBThe most common symptoms are a sudden high temperature, sore throat, cough, headache, tiredness and general aches and pains. Flu can also cause nausea, …

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What are the rules of lockdown in Northern Ireland

WEBThis article explains what the rules of “lockdown” during COVID-19 are in Northern Ireland. [This article is part of the COVID-19 Information Dissemination (COVID …

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COVID-19 vaccines and microchip devices

WEBRather than using syringes with needles, microneedle patches — smaller than a thumbnail — are being developed to deliver some vaccines such as measles and …

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Was COVID-19 downgraded from being a high-consequence …

WEBCOVID-19 was downgraded by the UK Government on 19 March 2020 because it was deemed to be better understood, testing was available, and clinical …

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How common is HIV among heterosexuals

WEBSpeaking of a new drug that would help prevent HIV, Northern Ireland Assembly Health chair Paula Bradley of the DUP stated: “41% of those living with HIV in …

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Only 84 children adopted in Northern Ireland

WEBSubject. CLAIM: There were 84 children adopted in Northern Ireland in 2018. Rating. ACCURATE WITH CONSIDERATION. EJ Havlin’s claim referred to the number …

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Lateral flow device tests for COVID-19

WEBA lateral flow device is one of two common methods used to test for the presence of SARS-CoV-2 antigens. It is used to identify people who may have the virus …

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Does Northern Ireland have a high teenage pregnancy rate

WEBThe claim is true, however, the teenage pregnancy rate in Northern Ireland was the lowest within the British Isles in 2014. According to the most recent report from …

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Children living in poverty in Northern Ireland

WEBThe most recent Northern Ireland Poverty Bulletin, covering 2018/19, says that 24% of children were living in households in relative poverty, an estimated 107,000 …

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Have 1 in 4 LGBT persons attempted suicide

WEBCLAIM: Within the LGBT community, 25% have attempted suicide. Rating. ACCURATE. The claim is true in line with other surveys with LGBT respondents in the …

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Are 1 in 4 women in Northern Ireland victims of domestic violence

WEBApproximately one in four women in Northern Ireland are estimated to have been victims of domestic violence. According to an article posted on MKBLaw, “One in …

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Can a scone equal a third of recommended daily calories

WEBFor people aged 19 to 64, the Government Dietary Recommendations suggest a daily intake of 2,000kcal for females and 2,500kcal for males. The largest …

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Do Northern Ireland pets need passports for Ireland

WEBConclusion. The claim that you need a valid EU passport for travelling with your dog from Northern Ireland to Ireland is true. Along with a passport, your pet should …

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Pregnancies and abortion in Northern Ireland

WEBIn 2019, available figures estimate that 4.4% of pregnancies of Northern Ireland residents ended in abortion. This compares to an estimated 24% of pregnancies …

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