Over one-third of men say that they are struggling with their mental health
As Movember heads into its 21st year, its new 'State of the Nation' survey has revealed some hard truths about the state of men’s health in Ireland. While 82% acknowledge that mental health is critical, over a third consider their mental health to be in rough shape. For...
Christmas Cracker Cycle for Marymount Hospice
Get ready to don your festive attire and deck the halls with joy! On Saturday, November 30th, organisers invite you to join them for...
Inequality and the environment
By Alissa MacMillan
Q: I have read here and there that the climate crisis is linked to inequality in society, but am not sure I...
Parents/guardians encouraged to get their children vaccinated this winter
The Irish Patients Association is calling on parents and guardians of children to join together with them in ‘Flunion’ in the battle against flu...
Gut microbes play a key role in regulating stress responsiveness throughout...
A pioneering study has uncovered the vital role that gut microbiota plays in regulating stress responses by interacting with the body’s circadian rhythms.
The findings...
Four east Cork secondary schools to receive free period products
A new partnership has been announced that will provide students in four east Cork schools, in Midleton, Carrigtwohill and Cobh, with access to free...
Four east Cork secondary schools to receive free period products
A new partnership has been announced that will provide students in four east Cork schools, in Midleton, Carrigtwohill and Cobh, with access to free...
Children and the climate crisis
By Alissa MacMillan
Q: I’ve read that climate anxiety is prevalent and wanted to ask what’s happening with younger people now. Some seem very concerned,...
Family carer training course for north Cork
A seven-week education and training course, designed to support people caring for a family member or friend living with dementia, will be held at Mallow...
New ‘Understanding Shingles’ campaign unveiled by broadcaster Marty Whelan
GSK Ireland released new data from an Irish survey this week, commissioned and funded by GSK, highlighting some significant misconceptions in the understanding of...
