Finding generational love down by the sea shore

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Both Margie Connolly’s late brother, Eugene, and her uncle Joe, wanted her to tell people about a place in Co Galway that was very close to their hearts.

Kickstart your year and lose up to two stone in 10 weeks

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

System 10 is very different to other weight loss programmes. It is about amazing weight loss done the right way. It focuses on real fat burning by fixing your metabolism [mostly hormone imbalances]. Fixing your metabolism and burning real fat will give you your best weight loss ever.

The key benefits of fixing your metabolism while losing weight are:

The benefits of ADHD coaching for individuals

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

ADHD is far more than an attention challenge; it is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects executive functioning such as organisation, planning, working memory, time management and emotional regulation.

Find out how HBOT can help you reach your health goals

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

As we embrace the "New Year, new you" season, it is the perfect time to prioritize your body’s natural healing processes. Whether you’re looking to reach a new fitness peak, recover from a lingering injury or surgery, or to simply feel more refreshed, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) can offer the restorative boost you need.

The hottest fashion trends to watch for this season

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

As winter comes to a close and nature starts to bloom again, spring isn’t just a season of renewal; it’s a runway of fresh fashion statements waiting to be embraced.

Living a life that is true to yourself

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

The fear of looking back on his life as he breathed his last and realising that he had not lived it being true to himself was one of the main reasons why Adrian Varley (33) stopped drinking. That fear was far greater than giving up alcohol, says the former Galway Senior footballer.

Inspired to inspire: Elizabeth McGrath turns weight-loss success into support for others

Thu, Jan 15, 2026

For years, Elizabeth McGrath felt frustrated by her inability to maintain a healthy weight. She often felt uncomfortable, lacking in energy and not at her best. Living with ongoing lower back problems — which eventually resulted in spinal fusion surgery after years of pain and medication — became a powerful wake-up call. Elizabeth knew she needed to improve her health, yet feared that doing so would mean giving up the foods she loved and feeling constantly hungry.

How to have a healthy 2026

Thu, Jan 15, 2026

It’s mid January and by now, after the excesses of Christmas, your thoughts may be turning to a healthier lifestyle. If you were one of the unlucky people to be struck down with the flu and are still wiping your fevered brow and coughing and spluttering or are slowing regaining your energy, then good health may well be a priority for you for the new year.

New Year, New Habits: Why Looking After Your Hearing Health Supports Active, Healthy Ageing

Mon, Jan 12, 2026

A new year brings an opportunity to reassess priorities and adopt habits that support long term wellbeing. While many people focus on fitness, nutrition, or stress reduction in January, one crucial aspect of healthy ageing is frequently overlooked: hearing health.

Síorstíl returns for a second series

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

Fíbín Media has announced the premiere of the second series of Síorstíl. This revolutionary fashion competition challenges seven talented designers to transform second-hand and recycled materials into high-fashion masterpieces.

Weight loss with real-life support

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

If you’ve ever tried to lose weight and found it hard to keep going, you’re not alone. Most people don’t need another fad or a “quick fix” – they need a plan that fits real life, plus the support to stick with it. That’s the approach Grace Joyce takes in her Galway clinic.

ADHD coaching to help you thrive

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

ADHD is far more than an attention challenge; it is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects executive functioning such as organisation, planning, working memory, time management and emotional regulation.

A positive start to the New Year: why HBOT makes a meaningful Christmas gift

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

As the year draws to a close, many of us are craving rest, recovery, and a chance to feel more energised when January begins. This is why gifting wellness has become a thoughtful alternative to buying physical items, especially for people recovering from surgery or injury, managing chronic conditions, or simply feeling run down by the demands of daily life.

Ten New Year’s resolutions that can improve your mental health

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

As people prepare to welcome the New Year, mental health charity Turn2Me is encouraging the public to rethink traditional resolutions and instead focus on small, realistic changes that support mental wellbeing.

Galway makers to feature at Ireland’s International Creative Expo in January

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Celebrating the theme of ‘Making Irish Stories’, Showcase will return to the RDS, Dublin from Sunday, January 18 to Tuesday, January 20 with 18 Galway makers among this year’s exhibitors.

Showcase® brings together hundreds of Ireland’s leading designers, makers and creative brands under one roof. Buyers from Ireland and across the globe are once again expected to attend the country’s largest annual trade event for Irish craft, design and creativity.

Recycle your coffee grounds for beautiful hair and skin

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Before you next throw away your used coffee grounds, consider reusing them for their proven benefits for hair, skin and even winter home care.

Brussels sprouts could be the key to better eye health

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Love them or hate them, Brussels sprouts are a Christmas staple, and they could also offer unexpected benefits in terms of supporting eye health — a great reason to keep this and other festive foods on your plate into the New Year.

Drinkaware encourages an alcohol-free start to 2026

Wed, Dec 31, 2025

Drinkaware, the national independent charity working to prevent and reduce alcohol misuse, is encouraging adults across Ireland to consider taking part in Dry January 2026 — a month-long opportunity to reset habits, boost wellbeing, and explore a more mindful relationship with alcohol.

Anne Murphy’s inspiring transformation ahead of Christmas

Thu, Dec 04, 2025

A single photograph from a carol service can sometimes capture more than a festive moment; it can tell a powerful story of change. For Renmore woman Anne Murphy, a snapshot from Christmas 2023 now serves as a reminder of just how far she has travelled on her health journey.

New therapeutic services to support breastfeeding at Pelvic Health West

Thu, Dec 04, 2025

Pelvic Health West is expanding its services to support breastfeeding mothers experiencing challenges such as engorgement, blocked ducts, and mastitis. Orlaith Kilgannon, Specialist Physiotherapist in Pelvic Health, is delighted to introduce these new therapeutic services designed to ease discomfort and help mothers continue their breastfeeding journey with confidence.

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