Greens immunity boosters to maintain rude health

Thu, Mar 19, 2020

With all the talk of Covid-19 spoiling the recent national feast day celebrations, we can still maintain rude health by 'going green'.

Cooking for children

Thu, Mar 19, 2020

We are all spending a lot of time at home, so I thought that I would share a few easy recipes that your children could help you make, and spend a bit of time being creative in the kitchen. I always find that children love to eat what they have made themselves, so here are a few ideas, tried and tested in my house, that are guaranteed to put smiles on little faces.

Pouffe, and the trend has begun

Thu, Mar 19, 2020

This may have been the year of potted plants and vibrant velvet, but 2020 is here and it is safe to say “the year of the pouffe” is well and truly under way. Today, EZ Living Furniture is telling us just how useful pouffes can be, without the need to sacrifice style.

Declutter your mind by decluttering your space

Thu, Mar 19, 2020

As our homes become our everything, EZ Living Furniture is here to give you tips on how to make your home really work for you. This week, EZ Living Furniture is giving us tips on how to declutter our homes to help us feel that much lighter. This decluttering process was established by Marie Kondo and is a purely subtractive process which allows you to take back the power in your home and feel once again empowered.

Meet the team at the International School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Mar 19, 2020

The International School of Make-up Artistry is renowned for leading in the industry with its high standard of training offered in all areas of make-up artistry. The school offers a wide range of diploma courses, full and part time, at all levels, whether you just want to learn how to apply your own make-up, or train to become a professional make-up artist. The school also offers higher level diploma courses for those who would like to take their artistry skills to the next level.

CAO and DARE/HEAR - what happens now

Thu, Mar 19, 2020

The abrupt closure of school last Thursday, which was also the deadline for all backup information for HEAR/DARE applications, left a lot of students and parents stressed and worried. If for any reason you did not manage to complete your HEAR/DARE application, for example your educational impact statement for DARE and financial documents for HEAR, l would urge you to sent in whatever you have to the CAO office now. We have not received any updates in terms of an extension to the deadline, however we are in unprecedented territory and because of this they may look favourably on your late application. All of the online information would have been completed and submitted by March 1.

GRETB funding opportunities for employee development

Thu, Mar 19, 2020

The abrupt closure of school last Thursday, which was also the deadline for all backup information for HEAR/DARE applications, left a lot of students and parents stressed and worried. If for any reason you did not manage to complete your HEAR/DARE application, for example your educational impact statement for DARE and financial documents for HEAR, l would urge you to sent in whatever you have to the CAO office now. We have not received any updates in terms of an extension to the deadline, however we are in unprecedented territory and because of this they may look favourably on your late application. All of the online information would have been completed and submitted by March 1.

CAO news

SILVER LINING FOUND IN BATTLE WITH SUPERBUGS!

Mon, Mar 16, 2020

Looking back in history, colloidal silver was the number one remedy to stop the spread of viruses. Colloidal silver is claimed to be anti-viral, anti-fungal and a great infection fighter.

Galway primary food producers urging people to shop local!

Fri, Mar 13, 2020

Primary food producer, Gannet Fishmongers and EatMoreFish.ie will be operational at Galway Market this weekend. In line with public recommendations, the company which has been on this very market for 15 years are implementing a number of steps to lower potential risks factors at their shop and markets.

Gambling addiction counselling service launched in Galway.

Fri, Mar 13, 2020

A local mental health organisation is providing free counselling for people with gambling addictions. The service is available seven days a week and will also operate out of hours.

Start your fun family day out with Sunday lunch at the Maldron Oranmore

Thu, Mar 12, 2020

At Maldron Hotel Oranmore Galway, there is a strong emphasis on great food with even better service. With this in mind, what better place to treat your family to a Sunday lunch outing than the Grain & Grill.

Spiddal, shopping, and scones

Thu, Mar 12, 2020

There are few things that go better together than shopping and cake, and even fewer places that do it so cosily as Standún in Spiddal. As a famous tourist destination for almost 75 years, it is a store steeped in tradition, even though there is nothing old-fashioned about it. It is probably best known for its selection of Aran sweaters, and has an impressive selection of Irish and international fashion labels and giftware too.

Early bird catches a great two course meal at Fat Freddy's

Thu, Mar 12, 2020

When it comes to eating out there are two aspects of the meal that will make or break the experience — the quality of the food, and the size of the dent the price will leave in our wallets. Other requirements, although important, are still considered secondary to these feast fundamentals.

Get ready for Colleran's Butchers' easy cook range

Thu, Mar 12, 2020

People lead busy lives and when you are on the go all the time your diet may suffer as the time to prepare a meal from scratch is just not available, leading to a diet that is lacking in quality as well as taste. However, Colleran's Butchers has the solution with its delicious easy cook range.

Evergreen can help support the immune system, naturally

Thu, Mar 12, 2020

The body works hard to fight off infections, but there are things people can do to support their immune system to help keep them healthy.

Keep A&E accident-free this St Patrick’s Day

Thu, Mar 12, 2020

With the Covid-19 outbreak resulting in St Patrick’s Day parades been cancelled across the country, road safety professionals and An Garda Síochána are appealing to all those planning on celebrating the day with parties or social gatherings to have a designated driver or other safe way to get home if drinks are on the menu, to ensure A&E departments are not clogged up the day. Other suggestions include booking a taxi and arranging to stay with friends or family if travelling for an evening out.

The Western Podiatry Clinic

Thu, Mar 12, 2020

The Western Podiatry Clinic is located in the heart of Galway city at 7, Eglinton Street, most notably recognised for its red door and white sign.

Pelvic physiotherapy can help relieve bowel problems

Thu, Mar 12, 2020

Everyone knows the dreadful feeling of needing the bathroom suddenly to empty the bowels and how humiliating and embarrassing it is to be caught short and pass stool.

Imagine the awful feeling with an overwhelming urge to empty one's bowel and not making it to the bathroom on time. Worse still is the fear of not being able to control wind or gas. However, help is available to get one's freedom back without fear of bowel leaks and to ensure optimal bowel emptying and solve constipation.

How sleep helps to strengthen the immune system

Thu, Mar 12, 2020

Did you know a good night's sleep plays a pivotal role in maintaining a healthy immune system?

A person's immune system is the first line of defence against viruses and infections. Plenty of good quality sleep can help ensure one's immune system is robust. Researchers from the University of Túbingden found that good quality sleep can bolster T cells in the body. T cells are a type of immune cells that fight against intracellular pathogens, like virus infected cells such as the flu. When cells recognise a virally infected cell they activate integrins, a sticky type of protein which allows them to attach to and kill infected cells.

Footwise Podiatry & Reflexology

Thu, Mar 12, 2020

Lisa Cullina MChSI, MNRRI, BSc (Hons) podiatric medicine, of Footwise Podiatry & Reflexology, works with clients through reflexology and acupuncture as well as podiatry to help them put their best foot forward.

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