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The Health Service Executive (HSE) have confirmed that the first case of a newer, more spreadable variant of Monkeypox (mpox) has been detected here in the Republic of Ireland.
An Irish resident, infected with the Clade 1 variant, had recently returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The infected individual is now receiving specialist treatment in a Dublin hospital.
This virus, which was formerly known as monkeypox, was declared a global health emergency by the World Health Organization (WHO) just last August.
The HSE have declared that while it is the first Irish case of this newer variant, it is not unexpected and the risk to the public currently remains low. The HSE have also stated that those who have received two doses of the mpox vaccine, or previously had the virus, are considered to have protection against severe illness caused by this newer identified variant.
Director of National Health Protection, Dr Éamonn O’Moore, has stated that the HSE is fully prepared to respond to this case and has been working alongside other international partners. National Health Protection has been monitoring mpox closely, since the outbreak first emerged in Democratic Republic of Congo.
Mpox is caused by a virus , a relative of Smallpox, but is usually less harmful. It is spread through direct contact with rashes, skin lesions or scabs caused by the virus, including during sexual contact, kissing, cuddling and other skin-to-skin contact. There is also a risk from contact with bodily fluids; from contact with bedding or towels or clothing; and through close and prolonged face-to-face contact, such as talking, breathing, coughing and sneezing.
The common symptoms of mpox include flu-like symptoms, followed by a skin rash and pus-filled lesions which can last up to 30 days. When the fever breaks, a rash can develop which can be extremely itchy or painful, often beginning on the face before spreading to other parts of the body, most commonly the palms of the hands and soles of the feet.
In serious cases, lesions can attack the whole of the body, especially the mouth, eyes and genitals. The rash goes through different stages before finally forming a scab, which later falls off and can cause scarring.
However mpox can be fatal, particularly for vulnerable groups – including small children.
Countries including Sweden, Germany, India, Thailand, Canada and the US have all experienced imported cases of Clade 1b, but there has been little onward spread to date.
On Tuesday last, 12 new mpox vaccination sites have opened across England.
This afternoon, racing here at Thurles, Co. Tipperary was abandoned following an injury sustained by jockey Mr Michael O’Sullivan in a fall at the final fence.
Mr O’Sullivan was riding ‘Wee Charlie’ for Mr Gerard O’Leary in the second race on the card.
He was one of three fallers at the last fence in the two mile ‘Racing Again February 20th Handicap Chase’. Two other horses were badly hampered, having unseated their riders.
Mr O’Sullivan was treated on the track before being stabilised and brought to Cork Reginal Hospital by air ambulance.
Initially racing was deferred, before eventually being abandoned at around 3:30pm, by race day stewards, due to the prevailing medical situation.
Mr O’Sullivan shot to prominence back in 2023, having won the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle at Cheltenham aboard ‘Marine Nationale’.
His second winner at Cheltenham that year, making it an opening-day double came with his win on ‘Jazzy Matty’; riding for Gordon Elliott.
It was with great sadness that we learned of the death,yesterday, Wednesday 5th February 2025, of Mr Richard Needham, Ballinacloughy, Mullinahone, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Pre-deceased by his baby son Richard, parents Val and Josie; Mr Needham passed away peacefully while in the care of staff at the Oak Ward, University Hospital, Waterford, surrounded by his loving family.
His passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his sorrowing family; loving wife Ann, sons Val, Laurence and Andrew, brothers Tom and Val, sisters Carmel and Breda, grandson Patrick, aunt Evelyn, daughters-in-law Kim and Claire, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, grand-nephews, extended relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.
Requiescat in Pace.
Funeral Arrangements.
The earthly remains of Mr Needham will repose at St Michael’s Church Mortuary, Kickham Street, Mullinahone, Thurles, (E41 EW94) on Saturday afternoon, February 8th, from 3:00pm until 5:00pm, followed by Mass and Vigil Prayers at 6:00pm same evening
Requiem Mass for Mr Needham will be celebrated on Sunday, February 9th, in St Michael’s Church, Mullinahone, Kickham St, Mullinahone, Thurles Co. Tipperary at 12:00 noon, followed by a Service of Cremation at The Island Crematorium, Rocky Island, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork, at 4:00pm on Monday afternoon, February 10th next.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mr Needham, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.
The extended Needham families wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
Donations, if desired, to the Waterford Hospice Palliative Care Team.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
Today, Yuka* are launching a major European petition to demand the ban of Aspartame [E number E 951] in our food, alongside the French League Against Cancer* and the NGO Foodwatch*.
* Yuka is a 100% independent mobile Phone App that analyses the impact of food and cosmetic products on health. By scanning the barcode of a product, the application allows you to access the details of the product’s composition and in return indicates a color-coded rating ranging from green to red. The app now has 65 million users in 12 different countries. The aim is to help consumers make more conscious choices, but also to encourage manufacturers to improve the composition of their products.
Please now sign the petition and together, we can make a difference!
Why take action?
Aspartame is an artificial sweetener used to replace sugar in many low-calorie or sugar-free products. It has been classified as possibly carcinogenic to humans by the International Agency for Research on Cancer.
It has also been linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.
Several studies show that it has no positive effect on weight and may even contribute to long-term weight gain.
Given these unacceptable risks, it’s time to take action.
To Sign the Petition Please Click HERE .
Yuka is calling on you to ban the additive aspartame/E 951 in food and beverages within the EU.
* Foodwatch is an independent non-profit consumer organisation that fights for safe, healthy and affordable food for all people. We give consumers a loud voice, speak up for transparency in the food sector and defend our right to food that harms neither people nor the environment. By conducting research, exposing scandals, mobilising consumers and lobbying governments, foodwatch provides an important counterweight to the power of the food industry.
* La Ligue contre le Cancer (The French Cancer League) is the biggest French independent non-profit association fighting against cancer. It comprises of 103 chapters present all over the French national and overseas territories. It provides advice, support and information to cancer patients and their relatives. It promotes policies for better cancer prevention, early detection and care as well as independent cancer research.
It was with great sadness that we learned of the death, today Thursday 6th February 2025, of Mrs Bridget (Bridie) Carew (née Fogarty), [Also known as Bridie Carey], Coolnamona, Drombane, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Pre-deceased by her husband Milo, brothers and sisters John and Ann (in infancy), Mai, Martin, Dan and Mike; Mrs Carew passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, while in the care of staff at the Palliative Care, Unit B, Community Hospital of the Assumption, Castlemeadows, Gortataggart, Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
Her passing is most deeply regretted, sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her sorrowing family; daughter Mairead (Murray), sons Pat, Jerry and Donal, son-in-law Andy, daughters-in-law Marita, Lucy and Louise, grandchildren Marie, James, Cliodhna, Adam, Mark, Ella, Emma, Megan, Dean, Nicole and Amy, great grandchildren John, Milo and Ruth, Margaret Hickey, sister Kathleen Hayes (Carhue, Annacarthy), brothers Jimmy (Portlaoise), Paddy (Portarlington), sisters-in-law Mary and Maura (Manchester) nephews, nieces extended relatives, kind neighbours and many friends.
Requiescat in Pace.
Funeral Arrangements.
The earthly remains of Mrs Carew will repose at O’Dwyer’s Funeral Home, Cappanaleigh, Upperchurch, Co. Tipperary, (E41 FN34) on Saturday afternoon, February 8th, from 5:00pm until 7:30pm, followed by removal to the Church of St Mary, Drombane Thurles, same evening.
Requiem Mass for Mrs Carew will be celebrated on Sunday afternoon at 1:00pm, followed by interment, immediately afterwards, in Upperchurch Cemetery, Crossroads, Cappanaleigh, Upperchurch, Co. Tipperary.
For those persons who are unable to attend the funeral service for Mrs Carew, same can be viewed streamed live online, HERE.
The extended Carew and Fogarty families wish to express their appreciation for your understanding at this difficult time, and have made arrangements for those persons wishing to send messages of condolence, to use the link shown HERE.
Note Please: Family flowers only. Donations in lieu, if desired to Milford Hospice and the Palliative Care, Unit B, Community Hospital of the Assumption, Thurles.
“The family of Mrs Carew would like to thank the staff at the Palliative Care, Unit B, Hospital of the Assumption, Milford Care Team and all community nurses, who cared for her during her illness and during her final days.”
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.
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