The number of children prescribed anti-depressants increased by 25 per cent last year.
1,709 boys and girls under 15 were given the medication under the medical card scheme - compared to 1,369 in 2019.
Last year's figures involved nearly 400 children under 11, and over 1,300 aged between 12 and 15.
Wicklow Safe Haven Launches To Raise Awareness Of Domestic Abuse
A new community based organisation which aims to raise awareness of the unacceptable scourge of domestic abuse has launched in County Wicklow.
Wicklow Fire Service Attend To Fire On Coillte Lands Near Djouce Woodlands
Fire crews from Greystones and Bray worked through to the early morning to contain the large blaze, which had spread across stockpiles of ‘brash bundling.’
Tributes Paid To Former Wicklow GAA Manager Mick O' Dwyer Following His Death Aged 88
Tributes continue to be paid to Mick O'Dwyer - who has died at the age of 88.
Planning Application Lodged To Turn Wicklow Pub Into IPAS Centre
The proposal submitted by Quest Retirement Solutions Ltd seeks permission for a significant change of use, including alterations to both the ground and upper floors of the premises.
Inquest Hears 2 Year Old Girl Died Of Brain Damage Following Choking Incident At Greystones Creche
Lauren Boland’s inquest was held at Dublin District Coroner’s Court this afternoon.
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