Date Last Updated: 15-07-2025
The Irish Health Survey (IHS) is a voluntary nationwide survey of individuals carried out by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) under Section 24 of the Statistics Act, 1993. The Irish Health Survey collects information on your health status, your use of health care services and information on health determinants, such as nutrition and smoking, that can impact your health. The survey provides reliable data about the health of people in Ireland, which can then be used in public health policies.
Section 24 of the Statistics Act, 1993
European Union Regulation 2019/1700 European Union Regulation 2023/2529 European Union Regulation 2024/297
Ad hoc
In 2024, the population is all individuals aged 18 years or older in the State.
Census of Population
State
2024
Not applicable
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In 2024, there are 5,101 respondents to this survey.
The Minimum European Health Module (MEHM), which is comprised of general self-perceived health, self-reported longstanding illnesses and longstanding health problmes, and self-reported long-standing limitations in activities people usually do because of health problems.
Department of Health, Health Service Executive, Eurostat, researchers, media and the general public
Central Statistics Office
Social & Demographic Statistics
Sarah Crilly
Statistician