Some 15 year old have the heart health of a 55 to 60 year old.
The finding is part of Irish Life Health's annual fitness challenge where secondary school students' fitness levels are monitored. The study also shows that pupils are becoming more inactive in the lead up to the Leaving Cert.
Housing Minister James Browne says new planning changes are aimed at making it easier for people in rural Ireland to build homes
Wexford Artist Mary Wallace Opens New Solo Exhibition “Harmony of the Spheres”
Independent Councillor Joe Sullivan Rules Out Joining Any Political Grouping
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