Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI)

Ireland needs 1,200 additional GPs as demand set to rise 30% over next 15 years

Ireland needs 1,200 additional GPs as demand set to rise 30% over next 15 years

Ireland will require an additional 1,200 general practitioners to meet a projected 30% increase in demand for GP visits over the next 15 years, according to new research from the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI). The findings highlight a looming capacity crisis in primary healthcare as the country’s aging population and ongoing healthcare reforms … Read more

Air pollution linked to increased depression and anxiety in older adults

Air pollution linked to increased depression and anxiety in older adults

New research from the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) has revealed that long-term exposure to air pollution significantly raises the risk of depression and anxiety in older people. The study highlights that higher-than-average levels of certain air pollutants are particularly harmful to mental health. The research focused on older adults and found a clear … Read more