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Information Resources for International Study & Study Abroad (Health Sciences Campus): Ireland

This guide lists Health Sciences Accessible library and web resources for finding financial, political, and cultural information on countries around world.

International Weather

Current weather conditions in Ireland.

eBooks on Ireland

Augusta University Library Resources:

More books in both Greenblatt and Reese Library can be located in the Library Catalog.

Travel Alerts and Warnings: Ireland

Security and travel warnings from the Bureau of Consular Affairs and the U.S. Department of State. Includes contact information for the U.S. Embassies in Ireland.

U.S. Department of State Profile: Ireland

A look at the political climate in Ireland, and U.S. relations with Ireland from the U.S. Department of State.

World Bank Country Profile: Ireland

Health Information for Traveler's to Ireland

Health information for travelers to Ireland from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Information that can be found on this page includes:

  • A list of required and suggested vaccines for traveling to Mexico
  • Food and drink safety tips
  • A healthy travel packing list
  • Animal safety tips
  • Security and transportation advice
  • How to obtain medical care while traveling
  • The option to switch to "Clinician View" for more detailed health information

View Travel Health Notices for any disease outbreaks, special events, gatherings, natural disasters, or other conditions that may affect your travel and health.

Irish Culture and Language Resources

Irish Etiquette:

An overview of Irish etiquette is provided by Commisceo Global. Explore the culture, food and other informative information guides found on the site, or check out the Frommer's Ireland travel guide in the Augusta University Library ebook collection. 

 

Language Resources:

While English is the most commonly spoken language in Ireland, Gaelic is spoken in some parts of the country, including Kerry, Galway, and Donegal. Quick Irish to English or English to Irish translations are available from Google Translate or Duolingo. Keep in mind that translation tools are not always completely accurate and words can have multiple meanings.