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Stephen Donnelly announces appointment of Professor Breda Smyth as Chief Medical Officer at the Department of Health

The appointment follows an open competition that took place through the Top-Level Appointment Commission (TLAC) process

Irish Mirror · Oct 5, 2022

Chief Medical Officer issues key advice as temperatures continue to rise across Ireland

Professor Breda Smyth has urged people to look after those around them, “especially individuals who may be more vulnerable to the effects of heat such as older people, young children and babies"

Irish Mirror · Aug 10, 2022

Covid Ireland: Interim CMO advises masks on public transport and meeting outdoors

The CMO also advised to avoid poorly ventilated spaces and to keep windows open when meeting others indoors.

Irish Mirror · Aug 9, 2022

'Today I stand down' - Tony Holohan signs off as he marks his last day as Chief Medical Officer

Tony Holohan came to national attention during the Cervical Check scandal and the Covid-19 pandemic

Irish Mirror · Jul 1, 2022

Tony Holohan steps down as Chief Medical Officer after 14 years of service

Dr Holohan chaired NPHET and was hailed for his commitment and leadership during the pandemic

Dublin Live · Jul 1, 2022

Department of Health accepting job applications for Chief Medical Officer

The position is up for grabs after Dr Tony Holohan announced he was stepping down

Dublin Live · Jun 16, 2022