It takes two - couple in Castlegar GAA Slimming World group lose five stone between them

Thu, Jun 23, 2022

A couple from Castlegar GAA Slimming World Group who have turned their lives around by losing a combined five stone in 19 weeks have bagged a life time free membership.

Breakthrough treatment for incontinence and confidence

Thu, Jun 09, 2022

Chez Elaine has brought yet another new treatment to Galway and this time it is medical. BTL Emsella is a breakthrough treatment for incontinence and confidence. This unique technology revolutionises intimate health and wellness by providing those suffering from incontinence with a completely non-invasive option. This treatment is for both men and women.

Dubbed the “Kegel throne,” Emsella was featured in last week's The Irish Times, and on radio stations such as Newstalk and 2fm in recent weeks. "The device is getting a lot of press coverage in recent times and we are so delighted to be the first clinic in the west to bring this medical breakthrough to the public," says Elaine Joyce, owner of Chez Elaine.

Tir na nÓG Clinic: offering medical and surgical solutions for hair loss

Thu, Jun 09, 2022

A family-run clinic owned by husband and wife team, Dr Kevin and Natasha McDonald, Tir na nÓg offers affordable yet extensive hair transplant surgeries, aiming to transform the confidence of patients.

Oxygenation for breast cancer patients – reducing the risk of failure in breast reconstruction

Thu, Jun 09, 2022

Surgery is a common treatment option for women with breast cancer. The surgery is to remove the cancerous tissue and the area close to it. There are many different ways of operating on breast cancer and the type of surgery will depend on the stage of the patient’s cancer. Surgery can range from breast-conserving surgery (removing part of the breast) to a full mastectomy (removing the whole breast). Many women also opt for breast reconstruction surgery which helps to restore the appearance of their breasts. Frequently for these surgeries, the patient is left with skin flaps and skin grafts to help close the wound. For skin grafts or flaps to survive and the wound to heal well a new blood supply needs to form from the underlying tissue to the grafted skin. One of the risks of these surgeries is that the skin flaps or grafts do not heal well due to ischaemia (insufficient supply of blood) or necrosis (the tissue dying).

Design your dream walk-in wardrobe

Thu, Jun 09, 2022

When it comes to the interior of your walk-in wardrobe, storage solutions are everything.

Making the most of the space you have is so important. With the rise of the inconvenient Irish box room being transformed into a spacious walk-in wardrobe, Komandor has everything you need. A bespoke walk-in wardrobe, dressing room, or glam room by Komandor Wardrobes Galway is the perfect solution.

Galway garden designer wins silver at Bloom

Thu, Jun 09, 2022

Galway based garden designer Prof Derek O’Keeffe achieved a Silver medal for Croí – the Cardiovascular Garden, sponsored by Croí, at Bord Bia Bloom, the national flower, family, and food festival which took place over the weekend.

How to protect your sight and hearing on holiday

Thu, Jun 02, 2022

Whether you are planning on soaking up the sun abroad or simply making the most of the Irish summer at home, it’s important to make sure you are looking after yourself to make sure you get the most out of your holiday.

How to zone your garden

Thu, Jun 02, 2022

When it comes to design, a garden is similar to an open-plan room: it is one space in which you will relax, entertain, eat, and even cook.

Top Tips to Achieve Youthful and Vibrant Skin!

Mon, May 30, 2022

While it is impossible to turn back the proverbial clock, there are still plenty of ways in which you can stave off its effects. The good news is that modern skincare products offer a host of targeted solutions that will provide results within a surprisingly short period of time. Let us, therefore, take a quick look at some professional advice if you hope to provide your skin with the nourishment that it deserves.

New online physical activity programme for people with neurological conditions comes to the west

Thu, May 26, 2022

MS Ireland is rolling out a new online activity programme for people living with multiple sclerosis and other neurological conditions in Galway, Mayo, and Roscommon.

Active Neuro offers evidence-based health promoting physical activity programmes for adults living with neurological conditions in the community. The pilot project was funded by the Slaintecare Integration Fund in the Midwest, and Multiple Sclerosis Ireland is currently rolling out this service for people in the west with the support of the HSE disability services in CHO-2.

Slimming World donations in the bag for the Irish Cancer Society

Thu, May 26, 2022

Slimming World members in Galway are celebrating their fabulous weight losses by donating the clothes they have successfully slimmed out of to the Irish Cancer Society. The members, who have lost over 1,200 stone between them since January, have so far donated nearly 500 bags to raise vitally needed funds for the cancer charity.

Croí webinar to discuss living well with heart failure

Thu, May 19, 2022

Are you, or a loved one, living with heart failure? Join Croí, the Heart and Stroke Charity, and leading experts, for a webinar to learn how to manage this condition. This free webinar takes place online using Zoom on Thursday, May 26, from 7pm to 8 pm.

Expert guest speakers on the night include Dr John Barton, heart failure consultant, Galway University Hospitals; Emer Burke, advanced nurse practitioner (heart failure integrated care), Galway University Hospitals; and Ian Burnett, who is living with heart failure and will share his patient perspective. Special guest moderator on the night will be Aiste Štaraite, a heart failure patient and chair of the Global Heart Hub Heart Failure Patient Council, of which Croí is a founding affiliate.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month

Thu, May 19, 2022

Skin cancer is now the number one most diagnosed cancer in Ireland. As part of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, top Irish skin expert Eavanna Breen wants to remind people of the importance of protecting your skin from the sun, as the summer fast approaches.

Step into a slimmer you this summer

Thu, May 19, 2022

For many of us, this summer will be the first time in three years that we have had a proper sunshine holiday. If you would like to lose weight and hit the beach feeling fitter and healthier, local weight-loss expert Maura O’Connor, from Slimming World, shares her top tips on how making small changes now can get you on track for a slimmer summer.

Do you need help finding the perfect chair?

Thu, May 19, 2022

A comfortable one is the simple answer, but this question is a bit more complex as thoughtful consideration is needed to be given to the particular needs of the individual, to find the right match. Sometimes our loved ones may be at a “classic” age, and we want to make life just a little bit easier for them.

Stock up for summer at Joyce’s Supermarkets

Thu, May 12, 2022

As the long awaited restriction-free summer is fast approaching, Joyce’s Supermarkets has been stocking up on summer essentials to become the one stop destination for holidaymakers to Galway and beyond. The Galway-based independent retailer has introduced a wide range of product lines suitable for all summer occasions, whether you are planning to venture abroad or to stay locally.

New health and wellbeing resource launched for older people across Ireland

Thu, May 12, 2022

A free online health and wellbeing programme has been launched to help older people to stay fit and well throughout their retirement.

This initiative has been launched by home equity release specialist Home Plus, and was inspired by the company ethos, ‘retirement is for living’.

New yoga studio in Salthill — seasoned yogis and complete beginners are welcome to join Yoga With Misha

Thu, May 05, 2022

Misha is a qualified and certified full time yoga teacher. Her unique style of yoga is appropriate for all levels — she believes that yoga is for everyone. Misha focuses on balancing yin and yang — bringing together all of the benefits of holding the poses, connecting with breath, as well as dynamic sequences into one flow.

Live well with cardiovascular disease: manage your high blood pressure with Croí

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

]Are you, or a loved one, living with high blood pressure? Join Croí, the heart and stroke charity, and leading experts for a webinar to learn how to manage your high blood pressure. The free webinar takes place online using Zoom on Thursday, April 28 from 7pm to 8pm.

Live well with cardiovascular disease: manage your high blood pressure with Croí

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

]Are you, or a loved one, living with high blood pressure? Join Croí, the heart and stroke charity, and leading experts for a webinar to learn how to manage your high blood pressure. The free webinar takes place online using Zoom on Thursday, April 28 from 7pm to 8pm.

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