Trials showing a positive treatment effect, or those with important or striking findings, are much more likely to be published in scientific journals than those with negative findings, a new review from The Cochrane Library has found.  ‘This publication bias has important implications for healthcare. Unless both positive and negative findings from clinical trials are … Continued

University study reveals link

While concern has been raised about the level of absenteeism in the public sector, dental and medical staff have bucked this worrying trend, which sees 28 of the 34 county and city councils across the country suffering absenteeism rates of more than 3.5%. Dental staff are responsible for losing only 0.93% of the working year, … Continued

The Limerick Leader has lifted the lid on a potentially dangerous message issued by the Cathaoirleach of Limerick County Council, Cllr John Gallahue, encouraging his constituents to travel abroad for cheaper healthcare. Cllr Gallahue’s press release, issued earlier this week, promotes cheaper dental and medical care abroad as an alternative to paying for similar work … Continued

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