Pharmacists say 125 million euro a year could be freed up in the health budget by switching from name-brand drugs to similar ones made in Ireland.
The Irish Pharmacy Union says a policy on these "biosimilar" drugs has been promised for years, but never delivered.
The group also says if they were allowed to deal with some routine complaints, GPs could be freed up for more complicated work.
Wicklow Wexford TD Calls On Oireachtas To Issue New Invitation To President Zelensky
This week marks the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
New Community Action Biodiversity Plan Announced For Roundwood
The plan promotes and celebrates the biodiversity within the village and its hinterland and provides a plan of action by which biodiversity can be enhanced.
Met Eireann Issues Status Yellow Wind Warning For Wicklow
Met Eireann has issued weather warnings for Sunday.
Retailer New Look Shutting Its Operations At Bridgewater Shopping Centre In Arklow
The High Court today approved the appointment of liquidators to oversee the winding down of the business and its assets.
BNM Recycling Workers In Wicklow Commence Strike Ballot Over Threat To Employment Conditions
SIPTU members employed in Bord na Móna (BNM) Recycling will commence a ballot for strike action in response to the threat to their terms and conditions of employment from a proposed privatisation of the company.
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Relaxing favourites with Traic O'Braonain
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