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Winter Wellbeing
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How Ireland leads the way in whole-campus health and wellbeing
Ireland is emerging as an authority in higher-education (HE) health promotion, with a new framework designed to embed health and wellbeing across institutions. Ireland is leading by example in supporting student health and wellbeing. It’s the only country with two national HE health and wellbeing policies: the Healthy Campus Charter and Framework and the National...
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Why good gut health is important for children’s immunity and development
Safe, well-researched supplements containing ‘friendly’ bacteria can be a simple and effective way to support children’s gut and immune health. “Every part of our body has a microbiome — a community of microorganisms or microbes that influences our whole body, not just the gut,” explains Milo Pankros, Scientific Trainer at friendly bacteria supplement brand, Optibac....
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Eating well for cardiovascular health: taking control of cholesterol
One of the major risk factors for heart disease and stroke is high cholesterol. Encouragingly, research shows that 80% of premature heart disease and stroke is preventable through lifestyle. When it comes to diet, the focus should be on eating patterns rather than single foods or food groups. Reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease The...
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How to protect your child from flu
Flu can cause serious illness in children. The best protection is the flu vaccine. The vaccine is safe, effective, and available free of charge for all children aged two to 17. Flu is more than a cold Each year, flu season runs from October to April. This winter, all children aged two to 17 in...
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Chronic pain doesn’t pause in winter
For many living with chronic pain, cold weather increases stiffness, fatigue and isolation. With the right tools, people can protect their wellbeing and avoid worsening symptoms. Winter presents challenges for the one in three people in Ireland living with chronic pain. Shorter days affect sleep, mood and energy — factors closely linked to how strongly...
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How to prepare for unwanted viruses this festive season
The festive season is, unfortunately, also the herald of the flu season. Dr Eoghan de Barra explains how we can prepare, protect and be proactive against viral infection. With flu season in full swing, peaking approximately six weeks either side of Christmas, households must be prepared. “These illnesses will circulate, and preparation is key,” says...