The HSE has confirmed a national outbreak of early infectious syphilis (EIS) in Ireland.

The medical research has been under investigation since June 2021 and prior to the start of the pandemic, EIS cases were rising.

The HSE has said that the majority of cases are reported in males but there is an increase in female cases and in heterosexual transmission.

Dr. Derek Freedman is Ireland’s most experienced specialist in the field of Sexual Health and Sexually Transmitted Infections. He spoke to Fran on Tipp Today

Dr Mary Ryan spoke to Fran on Tipp Today about the increasing number of women reporting changes to their periods after getting the Covid vaccine.

Mr. Stuart Edwards, who is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Kilkenny at the Aut Even Hospital.

His specialist area of interest is surgery of the hip and knee, including primary and revision joint replacement.

He was on hand to answer all your hips and knees queries

Following yesterday’s conversation with Emma, Nicola and myself about the world of online dating,

We got onto our loyal listeners Mary Gordon to get her thoughts on all of this...

Ultan Nesbitt from Centenary Home and Garden joined Fran on Tipp Today for his weekly Gardening slot answering listener questions and queries

Vaccinated customers will still be prohibited from ordering drinks at the bar when indoor dining resumes next week.

However, time limits for indoor dining may be increased or abolished for vaccinated customers under plans being considered by the Government.

TJ McInerney from TJ Macs in Mullinahone, spoke to Fran on Tipp Today

John Lynch of Lynch Solicitors in Clonmel spoke about the Sophie Toscan Du Plantier documentaries and the legalities of murder/crime cases.

Our own Emma Hill and Nicola Delaney spoke about dating apps with Fran on Tipp Today.

They chatted about the world of Tinder, Plenty of Fish and dating during lockdown.

Many of Ireland’s 500,000 family carers feel they have been forgotten by Government throughout the COVID pandemic.

As the country begins to emerge from the crisis, there is now an opportunity for Government to demonstrate that they recognize carers and value their contribution.

Family Carers Ireland calls on Government to use Budget 2022 to demonstrate their commitment to carers by delivering six priorities...

Richie Molloy, Carer Supports Manager, Family Carers Ireland spoke to Fran on Tipp Today.

Yesterday we learned about the death of former Minister of State and Fianna Fail TD, Dr Sean McCarthy, who represented South Tipperary in the Dáil from 1981 to 1989. Before entering politics, Dr McCarthy was a well-loved GP in Cashel.

Tributes have poured in from friends and colleagues since the news broke.

Fianna Fail TD Jackie Cahill spoke to Fran on Seán's passing.

Rest in Peace Seán.