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Sex File: My husband’s grief has affected our intimacy — what can I do?

"Basically, when someone who was a huge part of your life suddenly disappears, they take a part of you with them, and it can take a long time to work out how to live with their absence."

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Natural Health: What can my sporty daughter do about her irregular periods?

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Mind your brain health: How to protect your cognitive abilities

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Staying hydrated is more than a buzz-term — but how much water should you drink daily?

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Workplace Wellbeing: Blow off steam, but don’t let it boil over

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Surviving party season: Have fun, and keep the consequences in check

Gillian O'Gorman: People-pleasing can be valuable — but stressful

Gillian O'Gorman: People-pleasing can be valuable — but stressful

Our heightened empathy and ability to read others’ emotions are invaluable skills, especially in leadership roles, says Gillian O'Gorman

Fri, 06 Dec, 2024

Working Life: We provide care and support from initial diagnosis throughout the dementia journey

Working Life: We provide care and support from initial diagnosis throughout the dementia journey

Edel Carey, advanced nurse practitioner, Féileacán Bán Nursing Service, Cherry Orchard Hospital, Dublin

Fri, 06 Dec, 2024

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Brain rot: What is it and how can you combat it?

Be mindful about the type of content you are consuming, and how long you are looking at it for.

Mon, 02 Dec, 2024

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Natural Health: What can I take to ease labour pain?

Plus: natural ways to deal with varicose veins

Sun, 01 Dec, 2024

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Data or dreamland? The dangers of sleep-tracking software and wearables

Using trackers to monitor our shuteye can be counterproductive for those struggling to nod off by giving them something else to worry about. In extreme cases, it can lead to orthosomnia or sleep-related anxiety

Fri, 29 Nov, 2024

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The daily grind: Striking the right balance between coffee's health perks and risks

A new study has found that drinking coffee in moderation can help prevent type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. But is it possible to get too much of a good thing?

Fri, 29 Nov, 2024

Athletics and resilience: Sport is rewarding, but brutally unforgiving, in equal measure

Athletics and resilience: Sport is rewarding, but brutally unforgiving, in equal measure

Athlete Frank McGrath overcame the odds after undergoing surgery to remove a tumour to win a place on the team representing Ireland at the upcoming under-20 men’s European Cross Country Championships in Turkey. His mum, Peta Bee, describes what it’s like to watch her son push on

Fri, 29 Nov, 2024

I never considered the possibility I’d get pancreatic cancer

I never considered the possibility I’d get pancreatic cancer

Katherine Aherne’s pancreatic cancer diagnosis came as a shock, especially since she was healthy and fit at the time. After undergoing chemotherapy and radiotherapy, she had major surgery and is still doing well two years later

Fri, 29 Nov, 2024

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Out of the hot seat: Short movement breaks beat the risks of sedentary work

Moving your body little and often can do wonders for your health

Fri, 29 Nov, 2024

Golfer Leona Maguire: The learning process never ends

Golfer Leona Maguire: The learning process never ends

Cavan woman spent last week in Florida competing in the LPGA CME Group Tour Championships

Fri, 29 Nov, 2024

Working Life: The Mercy aims to provide excellent patient services

Working Life: The Mercy aims to provide excellent patient services

Dr Evelyn Flanagan, research manager, Mercy University Hospital (MUH)

Fri, 29 Nov, 2024

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Natural Health: What can my teen do about the painful boils on his neck?

Plus: dealing with gum inflammation after a filling

Sun, 24 Nov, 2024

Secondary infertility: What can be done when it's time for one more to love?

Secondary infertility: What can be done when it's time for one more to love?

The government plans to extend funding for IVF to couples experiencing secondary infertility. Sharon Ní Chonchúir talks to two women who long to have more than one child and consults experts on what can be done

Fri, 22 Nov, 2024

Sex Sláinte: What we can learn from the relationship high-jinks on Rivals

Sex Sláinte: What we can learn from the relationship high-jinks on Rivals

The uninhibited romp-com prompts a sex educator to reflect on the importance of openness and consent in mutually satisfying relationships

Fri, 22 Nov, 2024

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Catherine Conlon: Ability to stand on one leg is a longevity indicator

The longer you can maintain your balance, the less likely you are to fall and the lower your risk of developing certain diseases

Fri, 22 Nov, 2024

Heart health: My symptoms came out of the blue — I needed surgery

Heart health: My symptoms came out of the blue — I needed surgery

Karen Berry put her breathlessness down to being in her mid-40s and needing to improve her fitness. However, after she fainted, tests revealed she needed to undergo urgent heart surgery

Fri, 22 Nov, 2024

Aslan and Lee Tomkins: How Dublin rockers got fit to enter a new chapter

Aslan and Lee Tomkins: How Dublin rockers got fit to enter a new chapter

Singer and musician Lee Tomkins, from Dublin, has joined Billy McGuinness, Joe Jewell and Alan Downey as the frontman of the legendary band, keeping their music alive.

Fri, 22 Nov, 2024

Workplace Wellbeing: Silence the fear to amplify your voice and speak publicly

Workplace Wellbeing: Silence the fear to amplify your voice and speak publicly

Public speaking ranks among our greatest worries but, with practice and persistence, it’s possible to gain confidence

Fri, 22 Nov, 2024

Working Life: It’s a privilege to support people through life-defining moments

Working Life: It’s a privilege to support people through life-defining moments

Dr Máire Finn, GP, Ennis Centric Health

Fri, 22 Nov, 2024

Working Life: I run a gym class for patients of COPD

Working Life: I run a gym class for patients of COPD

Majella O’Reilly, clinical specialist in pulmonary rehabilitation, Dublin North Central

Mon, 18 Nov, 2024

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Natural Health: What can my husband do about his teeth grinding at night?

Plus: natural ways of minding your voice box

Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

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Keepy-uppies: We need to talk about maintaining male friendships

A man’s social circle often dwindles between his mid-20s to early 30s when he meets a life partner. But maintaining connections with old mates and making new ones can improve mental health, whether it’s having a drink at the local pub, watching a game together, or playing five-a-side soccer

Sat, 16 Nov, 2024

For those about to sweat: How Paul Mescal got fighting fit for Gladiator II

For those about to sweat: How Paul Mescal got fighting fit for Gladiator II

Paul Mescal has helped to popularise a functionally and aesthetically impressive body type. We can achieve healthier muscles and a stronger physique too

Fri, 15 Nov, 2024

Home nursing supports: No place like home to heal

Home nursing supports: No place like home to heal

A special care nursing service provided by his insurance company allowed Ciarán McCormack to recover at home instead of in hospital

Fri, 15 Nov, 2024

Elaine Crowley: My life is pretty much an open book

Elaine Crowley: My life is pretty much an open book

"I never shut up. When I was growing up, I was convinced that I’d be the youngest-ever winner of Eurovision. I never even entered."

Fri, 15 Nov, 2024

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Workplace Wellbeing: Striving to end stigma surrounding mental health

Attitudes to disclosing mental health issues in the workplace are gradually changing and employers can help by focusing on employees’ strengths rather than their weaknesses

Fri, 15 Nov, 2024

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Workplace Wellbeing: When drive for success drives us down

We live in a culture that praises people who work long hours, but there comes a point where it can tip over into a compulsion and undermine our health

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

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Older but wiser: protecting our brain health as we age — and keeping a positive outlook

Our senior years are typically associated with cognitive decline. However, research shows that many older people are better decision-makers and have a more positive outlook than the younger generation. We talk to experts about protecting brain health in our later years

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

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Banish your back pain with these six handy hacks

From getting up from your seat every hour and moving for five minutes to doing regular strengthening exercises and setting up a strict bedtime routine, there's plenty you can do to ease your aches

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

Working Life: Home visits are one of the great privileges of being a social worker

Working Life: Home visits are one of the great privileges of being a social worker

Órla Kennedy, social worker with Linn Team, Galway City West & North, HSE

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

Mental health in the winter: Reaching out as the nights draw in

Mental health in the winter: Reaching out as the nights draw in

It can be challenging to take care of mental health at this time of year but by investing in self-care and building meaningful connections, we can find ways to get through the dark days

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

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Natural Health: How can I help my anxious elderly dad?

"To help improve airflow and ease breathing, add a tablespoon of dried or fresh thyme leaf to a bowl of hot water. Your father will need to cover his head with a towel and inhale the steam as deeply as possible."

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

Author Daragh Fleming on ADHD: 'It's just a way to describe how my brain works'

Author Daragh Fleming on ADHD: 'It's just a way to describe how my brain works'

Author Daragh Fleming’s recent neurodivergence diagnosis has helped him understand his difficulty with completing tasks and making decisions

Fri, 08 Nov, 2024

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Vitamin D supplements in pregnancy shown to improve bone density in childhood

Vitamin D regulates the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body — minerals essential for bones, teeth and muscle health

Wed, 06 Nov, 2024

Expert tips for running in the dark this winter

Stay safe: Expert tips for running in the dark this winter

From wearing appropriate clothing to altering your route, here’s how to stay one step ahead when it comes to running in the dark.

Mon, 04 Nov, 2024

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Workplace Wellbeing: Taking baby steps back to the office

Women can struggle when they return to work after maternity leave. But a structured transition negotiated by the employer and employee can make all the difference

Fri, 01 Nov, 2024

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Exercise and mental health: Get moving to get your brain going

Exercising can help improve our cognitive abilities and our mental health

Fri, 01 Nov, 2024

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Mind your microbiome: Ways to keep your vagina healthy

The vaginal microbiome keeps the vagina healthy by preventing the growth of harmful microbes. To maintain its protective qualities, it's best to steer clear of 'feminine' cleansing products and instead focus on a good diet

Fri, 01 Nov, 2024

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Natural Health: I strained my back. Ibuprofen has helped but there's still a dull ache...

Boswellia serrata is an effective anti-inflammatory herb commonly used for natural pain relief. Clinical studies have proven it as powerful as ibuprofen and other over-the-counter pain relief. Due to its action in opening constricted blood vessels, it's often used to treat tension headaches and migraines

Fri, 01 Nov, 2024

Working Life: There can be a lot of embarrassment around issues with the bowels

Working Life: There can be a lot of embarrassment around issues with the bowels

Angela Mullen, nurse specialist, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Cork University Hospital (CUH)

Fri, 01 Nov, 2024

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Natural Health: Ways of dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder

Plus: natural ways of dealing with post-viral fatigue

Sun, 27 Oct, 2024

When do the clocks go back? And how to prepare your mind and body for the change

When do the clocks go back? And how to prepare your mind and body for the change

Here are some tips for a seamless transition…

Sat, 26 Oct, 2024

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Workplace Wellbeing: The hidden cost of toxic behaviour in the office

Newcomers can find it difficult to spot unprofessional conduct, while long-term employees may be blind to it. Regardless, it can undermine mental health if left unchecked

Fri, 25 Oct, 2024

Maura Derrane: I’m so glad menopausal women are not ignored now

Maura Derrane: I’m so glad menopausal women are not ignored now

RTE presenter Maura Derrane says she had aches and pains for five years before realising it was perimenopause

Fri, 25 Oct, 2024

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Three women on why they said no to breast reconstruction after mastectomy

Most women who undergo a mastectomy opt for breast reconstruction. However, some prefer to avoid the risks associated with extensive surgery and stay flat. We speak to three women who made this choice

Fri, 25 Oct, 2024

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Seven things science says you should do to stay upbeat when the days get shorter

Our energy levels and mood can take a hit when the clocks go back. Peta Bee looks at the latest research on how to stay upbeat despite the reduced daylight

Fri, 25 Oct, 2024