Learn how to have a healthy relationship with food

Thu, May 02, 2024

It is 6pm. You had a busy day at work or with your family and are longing to sit down to a tasty dinner. You are hungry and preoccupied and polish off the food you hastily prepared earlier while mentally ticking off items on your to-do list. When you get to the last one, you suddenly realise your plate is empty but you are still holding a now redundant knife and fork.

EZ Living Furniture’s biggest sale of the year ends Monday - shop amazing deals while you can!

Thu, May 02, 2024

Ireland’s largest furniture retailer, EZ Living Furniture is urging customers to act fast as its biggest sale of the year is set to end this Bank Holiday Monday. The annual roadshow sale has been extended in all stores nationwide and online at www.ezlivingfurniture.ie.

Nine unusual cleaning products to achieve a spotless finish around the house

Thu, May 02, 2024

Shaving foam, salt and shampoo are among the household items you can use as cleaning products, rather than shelling out for expensive alternatives, a cleaning company has revealed.

Look after your back with Chiropractix Galway

Thu, May 02, 2024

Eighty per cent of the population will suffer low back pain at some stage in their life. We only have one spine so taking care of yours is vital to a happy and healthful lifestyle. Disc bulges are one of the most common complaints treated by a chiropractor, and although they affect all ages and both men and women, research has shown men suffer from them nearly twice as much, the lumbar discs are one of the main controllers of the lower back and this is where 95 per cent of bulges occur, somewhere around the L4/L5 or S1 joints.

Outdoor dining at Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate

Thu, May 02, 2024

If you are planning an event for colleagues, friends or a family celebration, Glenlo Abbey Hotel & Estate has a number of great options.

Explore Europe's Christmas markets with a river cruise

Thu, May 02, 2024

With its growing popularity, river cruising is a very special holiday experience. Typically accommodating fewer passengers than ocean cruises, it offers a more intimate and personalised experience.

Enhance your gut health with hyperbaric oxygenation

Thu, May 02, 2024

Our gut plays a crucial role in keeping our immune system strong. Picture it as a gatekeeper: it lets good stuff in, like nutrients from our food, while keeping out the bad stuff, like harmful germs or toxins. But when this gatekeeper isn't working properly, it can let in things that trigger our immune system, leading to inflammation. This inflammation doesn't just stay in the gut – it can spread throughout the body, causing issues like autoimmune diseases, and has even been linked to diseases like Alzheimer’s.

One key to a healthy gut is its barrier. Think of it as a sturdy wall lining our intestines. When this wall gets weak or damaged, it's like having holes in a fence – stuff can sneak through where it shouldn't, setting off alarms in our immune system and causing problems. This is why conditions like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis can have such a big impact on our health and quality of life.

Mental Health Ireland invites Galway to ask 'Hello, How Are You?' on May 15

Thu, May 02, 2024

Mental Health Ireland has teamed up with Iarnród Éireann to invite the nation to say "Hello," and ask, "How Are You?" with meaning this May 15. Now in its third year, the national Hello, How Are You? campaign highlights the importance of staying connected, helps tackle loneliness, creates a sense of belonging and builds relationships. It also encourages early help-seeking through reliable information on mental health support services and signposting.

Two Galway farmhouse cheesemakers scoop honours at the CÁIS 2024 Irish Cheese Awards

Thu, May 02, 2024

Two Farmhouse Cheesemakers from Co. Galway were honoured last week at the 2024 Irish Cheese Awards during a prestigious ceremony hosted by CÁIS, the Association of Irish Farmhouse Cheesemakers, at Kilshane House in Co. Tipperary on Wednesday April 24th. Between them, Killeen Farmhouse Cheese from Portumna and Kylemore Farmhouse Cheese from Loughrea took home a total of four awards.

Mental health charity highlights five signs of burnout

Thu, May 02, 2024

Mental health charity Turn2Me has published five signs of burnout on its website, in the hope of raising awareness of burnout and encouraging people to prioritise self-care.

“Burnout has become an increasingly prevalent issue, affecting people across various industries,” said Fiona O’Malley, CEO of Turn2Me. “As advocates for mental wellbeing, Turn2Me believes it's crucial to recognise the signs of burnout before it escalates, which is why we’ve published these five warning signs that shouldn’t be ignored.”

Shane Lowry tops poll as dream passenger for Paddy’s Day weekend road trip

Thu, May 02, 2024

Easytrip, Ireland’s leading platform for on-the-road payments and solutions, has unearthed Irish motorist’s ideal road trip passenger and travel habits ahead of the St Patrick’s Day bank holiday weekend as part of its latest research.

CAO releases 2024 offers schedule

Thu, May 02, 2024

The Central Applications Office (CAO) has this week announced the date for Round One offers.

Boost your IT skills with a home-based computer course

Thu, May 02, 2024

Personalised training courses at National Learning Network give students the stepping stone to success, in a supportive and flexible environment. In NLN's Galway centre, courses are available for people aged 18 to 65 who have autism, mental health issues, social anxiety, disabilities or learning difficulties, or for people who had a setback and need support to get their life back on track.

The National Learning Network centre in Galway is now enrolling for a home-based computer course, which is a flexible programme combining both centre-based and home-based learning. The course supports learners to improve their computer skills with the aim of returning to work or progressing to further training and education. Participants will have the opportunity to achieve a QQI Level 5 and ECDL certification.

Explore the future of lawn care with Husqvarna Ireland in conjunction with the Husqvarna Centre at Kilroe Plant Sales

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Join the team from Kilroe Plant Sales in The Forge, Moycullen on April 30 at 7.30pm for an exclusive event hosted by your authorised Husqvarna dealer. Get ready to discover the latest advancements in lawn maintenance with the highly anticipated 2024 Husqvarna robot range.

The end of an era

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

The Ó Máille family originally came from Portacarron near Oughterard which accounted for their Irish speaking background. Their landlord, Mrs Annie Nolan evicted them from their holding and they spent a number of years in temporary accommodation. When Mrs Nolan’s son wanted to run in an election, Isaac Butt, the Irish Parliamentary Party leader stipulated that his nomination would not be ratified until such time as his mother reinstated her evicted tenants and so the Ó Máille family were awarded a fine farm holding in Brackloon in the parish of Corofin, east of the Corrib.

Galway & Roscommon ETB core values take centre stage at national education symposium

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

More than 200 principals and teachers from across Ireland’s 16 education and training boards, including Galway & Roscommon ETB, who gathered at a national symposium 'Let’s Talk Ethos' in Athlone this week to reflect on their core values, have heard that the previously “uncontested” core value of equality can be the most challenging to implement.

Open day at Beauty Therapy College Tuam

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Are you interested in a career as a beauty therapist? Beauty Therapy College - Tuam, H54 XN28 is hosting an open day on Friday, May 3, between 10am and 12.30pm.

Multiple sclerosis - the 'gift that kept on taking'

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Before John Burke* got married in September 1992, a number of people asked him if his wedding was still going ahead and if he realised what he might be "taking on"?

Paint like a pro: how to paint your front door

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

As the focal point of your home’s exterior, your front door plays an important role in setting the tone for the rest of the property. Repainting your front door is a quick, easy and very doable way to instantly upgrade your home’s exterior. Read on to learn how to paint your front door.

Increase brain health with hyperbaric oxygenation

Thu, Apr 25, 2024

Brain injuries, regardless of their perceived severity, can initiate a chain of cognitive challenges that endure over time. Studies highlight that repeated head trauma can instigate neurodegeneration, wherein the brain's essential functions gradually deteriorate. This not only compromises immediate cognitive abilities but also escalates the risk of developing debilitating neurological conditions such as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease. Consequently, finding effective interventions to counteract these persistent effects becomes imperative.

Hyperbaric oxygenation (HBOT) is extremely beneficial in this realm. Breathing almost 100 per cent oxygen in a pressurised environment creates a hyper-oxygenated atmosphere where oxygen dissolves into the bloodstream at heightened concentrations. This process aids in the repair and regeneration of damaged brain tissue, crucial for mitigating the effects of brain injuries.

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