University of Galway researchers launch website to tackle health misinformation

Galway Bay fm newsroom – Researchers at the University of Galway have launched a website aimed at tackling health misinformation.

iHealthFacts.ie is a resource where people can check the reliability of a health claim circulating on social media or by word of mouth.

The team will answer public queries with the help of advisors from universities and the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland along with a panel of Public and Patient Advisors.

Lead researcher, Dr Paula Bryne, outlines some of what the resource offers:

Galway County Council honours Keith Finnegan with civic reception

Galway County Council has honoured Galway Bay fm’s Keith Finnegan with a civic reception for his 34 years of distinguished service to the radio indu...

An Bord Pleanala rejects plans for significant mixed-use development in Barna

An Bord Pleanala has refused permission for a significant mixed use development in Barna. The project at Seapoint led by Jim & Tom Cunningham would...

Half of top-spending candidates for Euro elections are in Midlands North West region

Five of the ten top spenders for the upcoming European elections are contesting in the Midlands North West region. An analysis by Mulley Communication of ...

Three Galway beaches awarded both Blue Flag and Green Coast award in 2024

Three of Galway’s beaches have been awarded both The Blue Flag and Green Coast Award for this year. The Blue Flag is one of the world’s most r...