Standún celebrates 80 years of Irish design in Spiddal

Thu, Aug 27, 2026

Standún will celebrate 80 years in business in An Spidéal this September with a special in-store event showcasing Irish fashion, design and craftsmanship.

GOAL NextGen and Irish designers team up to reclaim the Irish flag as a symbol of welcome

Thu, Aug 27, 2026

GOAL NextGen is reclaiming the Irish flag as a symbol of welcome with the launch of the Céad Míle Collection, a new creative collaboration with Irish fashion designers Farouk Alao and Helen Steele.

Tai Chi: a simple solution to anxiety

Thu, Aug 27, 2026

Listed by Forbes magazine as the exercise of the 21st century with the greatest all-round benefits for the human body, Tai Chi, often referred to as “meditation in motion,” is a mind-body practice combining slow, spiral rotational movements with deep breathing and mindfulness. Originating as a martial art in China 400 years ago, Tai Chi has evolved into one of the world's most popular exercises for promoting physical and mental wellbeing.

Marie Keating Foundation to hold free cancer prevention workshop in Galway next month

Thu, Aug 27, 2026

The Marie Keating Foundation has teamed up with the Dalata Hotel Group to promote cancer prevention and healthy living, with workshops taking place around the country, including in the Clayton Hotel, Galway, on September 16.

The Wellness Workshop Roadshow 2026 workshops bring expert-led, practical health and wellbeing advice directly into communities around Ireland.

Shining a light in the darkness

Thu, Aug 27, 2026

When anyone asks Mick Ryan (75) how many children he has, he always says five. In his heart, that will forever be the size of his beloved family, even though he sadly lost his son to suicide in 2004.

Helping Diabetic Foot Ulcers Heal

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Living with a diabetic foot ulcer that is not healing can be exhausting, painful, and stressful.

For many people with diabetes, even small injuries can take months to heal, raising the risk of an infection and, in severe cases, more serious complications.

The love of swimming starts here – give your child a skill for life

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

From their very first splash to mastering their strokes, learning to swim is a journey that can build confidence, independence and skills that last a lifetime.

It’s time to talk about early childhood intervention

Thu, Aug 20, 2026

Martin O’Connor’s decision to write his book, called Early Childhood Intervention – Time for a New Conversation was inspired by an article he read in The Irish Times on November 10, 2024.

Burns go deeper than they look

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

As summer arrives, so too does barbecue season and more time spent working and socialising outside. While these moments are part of everyday life across Ireland, especially in farming and agricultural communities, they also bring a higher risk of sunburn and burns from hot surfaces, flames, machinery or chemical exposure.

What many people don’t realise is that burns can be more serious than they first appear. Surrounding the visible injury is an area of tissue called the zone of stasis.

Events planned across Galway for HER Outdoors Week

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

A programme of outdoor activities will take place across Galway next week as women and girls are invited to take part in HER Outdoors Week 2026.

Oughterard to host free Living Well programme for people with long-term health challenges

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

A free Living Well programme will begin in Oughterard on Thursday, September 10, running weekly from 10.30am to 1pm for six weeks. This evidence-based programme is designed to support adults living with long-term health conditions — such as diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, COPD, or chronic pain — to take control of their health and improve their quality of life.

Foot pain? Could orthotics or diagnostic ultrasound help?

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Are you experiencing foot pain, heel pain, arch pain, ankle pain or lower-limb discomfort? At Foot Health Podiatry in Claregalway, podiatrists provide comprehensive musculoskeletal and biomechanical assessments, with access to diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound where appropriate.

Orthotics and biomechanical assessment

Public participation wanted for patient discussion groups

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

The University of Galway is calling on members of the public in Galway to participate in patient discussion groups to help develop a better understanding of blood pressure, hypertension and cardiovascular health.

Inside OxyGeneration – what is a session like?

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), used internationally and in Ireland to support recovery from a number of recognized medical conditions, involving breathing high-concentration oxygen via a facemask while inside a pressurised chamber.

People in Connacht are turning good intentions into everyday action

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

People across Connacht are putting their positive intentions into action according to research commissioned by Re-turn.

The findings of the nationally representative study found that 97% of those respondents living in Connacht believe generosity can be shown through everyday choices, while 91% said doing good in their daily lives is important to them. More than three quarters (77%) define doing good as actions that benefit other people or the environment.

How to have sales sense

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

"Save up to 70 per cent on women's fashion, dresses, and daywear", "Enjoy up to 50 per cent reductions in-store," or "Find the best deals on sandals and end-of-season suits".

Foot Health Podiatry Galway becomes first in Ireland to offer laser therapy for ingrown toenails

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

Patients suffering from painful ingrown toenails now have access to a groundbreaking new treatment, as Foot Health Podiatry in Claregalway becomes the first clinic in the Republic of Ireland to introduce advanced laser treatment for this common and often debilitating condition.

Ingrown toenails affect thousands of people each year, causing discomfort, infection, swelling and difficulty walking. Traditional nail surgery has long been the standard treatment for persistent cases, but advances in medical technology are now offering patients a more precise and patient-friendly alternative.

Irish pharmacists warn against replacing prescription medicines with social media health trends

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

From collagen powders and natural supplements to LED light masks and AI advice, Irish community pharmacists have united to say misinformation is one of the biggest threats facing healthcare today.

Galway mental health charity highlights importance of mental wellbeing during summer months

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

Galway-based Helplink Mental Health is encouraging people to pay attention to their mental wellbeing during the summer months, when social pressures, disrupted routines and financial strain can affect emotional health.

Supporting sports injury recovery with HBOT

Thu, Jul 23, 2026

The team at OxyGeneration are celebrating Race Week in Galway – an iconic week of sport, excitement, and world-class performance. Whether you’re gearing up to ride, recovering from a recent race, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, putting up with an injury during Race Week can be extremely frustrating.

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