Right at Home Galway - in-home care tailored to your needs

Thu, May 22, 2025

Whether a family member needs a little extra help around the house, assistance recovering from a hospital stay, or someone to check in on them throughout the week, Right at Home's in-home care could be the answer. Their quality home care services are built around your specific caregiving needs and preferences.

Canney welcomes new GP locum cover initiative for rural and remote areas

Thu, May 15, 2025

Leader of the Independent Team of Ministers and Minister for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rails and Ports, Seán Canney TD, has warmly welcomed the announcement by Minister for Health, Jennifer Carroll MacNeill TD, of a new locum support initiative to assist 239 General Practitioners (GPs) working in rural and remote parts of the country.

Coming out of the shadows

Thu, May 15, 2025

Most of us present our best faces to the world. Even on bad days, we smile through our tears, swallow our anger, and hastily push away any doubts and fears that threaten to dismantle our carefully constructed personas.

More adults urged to make a future healthcare plan

Thu, May 08, 2025

Safeguarding Ireland is encouraging more people to make a future healthcare plan – called an Advance Healthcare Directive – as just four per cent of people in Ireland have one.

An Advance Healthcare Directive is a document in which a person writes down their future healthcare decisions on refusals and consents regarding treatment, surgery, medicines and resuscitation.

HBOT and female fertility: a patient’s guide

Thu, May 08, 2025

How HBOT can help with fertility
There is a lot of evidence showing that Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) can be beneficial for fertility treatment. HBOT increases the amount of oxygen in the blood. This helps improve oxygen levels in the ovaries and aids in the recovery of cell function after HBOT sessions.

There is a lot of evidence showing that Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) can be beneficial for fertility treatment. HBOT increases the amount of oxygen in the blood. This helps improve oxygen levels in the ovaries and aids in the recovery of cell function after HBOT sessions.

Specsavers unveils new Elton John eyewear collection

Thu, May 08, 2025

Specsavers has this week announced the launch of its new and exclusive Elton John eyewear collection inspired by key moments in the singer's life and career.

Sheneil Shoes celebrates 15 years in business

Thu, May 01, 2025

This April, Sheneil Shoes celebrates 15 incredible years of offering women beautiful footwear and accessories that inspire confidence, comfort, and style. Since opening its doors in Oranmore in 2010, the boutique — founded by Sheila Considine — has grown and flourished thanks to Sheila’s passion for fashion and her commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable choices.

How to feng shui your garden

Thu, May 01, 2025

Homeowners looking to refresh their gardens this spring are being encouraged to follow the rules of feng shui to create a relaxing outdoor space.

Galway householders advised to avail of free e-waste and battery recycling days

Thu, May 01, 2025

Galway householders are being urged to bring their batteries, electrical and electronic waste to a set of free collection days to help the county meet national e-waste recycling targets for 2025.

Rentokil records national increase in rodent activity

Thu, May 01, 2025

Pest control provider Rentokil has reported a sharp increase in rat and mouse activity nationwide during the first quarter of 2025. The company recorded a 45 per cent increase in rat-related activity and a 39 per cent rise in mouse-related activity nationally in Q1 (January-March) 2025 compared to the same period last year.

Help is finally here for young people suffering from anxiety

Thu, May 01, 2025

A parent whose child is suffering from anxiety can feel utterly helpless. They are desperate to help them, but simply do not know what to do. For a parent whose child is on the CAMHS waiting list, the waiting time can feel catastrophic. But ISPCC can help parents to help their children.

Lose ten pounds in five weeks with real foods

Thu, May 01, 2025

The three keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss) plan are diet, exercise and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other. Your metabolism is the most powerful of all the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else.

In most people this switch is off. Metabolism problems like slow thyroid, type 2 diabetes, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, PCOS, endometriosis, infertility and digestive problems like constipation, IBS and diverticulitis will limit or stop your weight loss, no matter how much dieting or exercise you do.

Galway children are spending too much time indoors and on screens, Specsavers warns

Thu, May 01, 2025

Specsavers Galway has launched a new campaign to drive awareness of the growing issue of childhood myopia, or short-sightedness. The campaign urges parents to take early action, with experts warning that too much screen time and too little natural daylight are key risk factors in the development of myopia, a condition rising globally.

Powerful anti-inflammation with HBOT

Thu, May 01, 2025

Chronic inflammation is a hidden culprit behind many health conditions, and while it serves a purpose in the body’s natural healing process, when it lingers, it can cause more harm than good. Persistent inflammation is linked to various issues, including arthritis, cardiovascular disease, and autoimmune disorders. While anti-inflammatory medications are commonly used to manage pain and symptoms, they aren’t always ideal for long-term use due to potential side effects. Others cannot take these medications due to stomach issues. This is where hyperbaric oxygenation (HBOT) can make a difference and offer relief.

Tips for Healthy Ears

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

On Wednesday 30th April, we celebrate International Noise Awareness Day, which aims to raise awareness of the harmful effects of noise on hearing, health and quality of life. At Hidden Hearing, we don’t just provide hearing aids; we focus on comprehensive care and are committed to raising awareness and empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their hearing health.

Lose ten pounds in five week with real foods

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

The three keys to a genuine weight loss (real fat loss) plan are diet, exercise and metabolism correction. All three keys interconnect – one will not work without the other. Your metabolism is the most powerful of all the three keys – it is the ‘switch’ that controls everything else.

In most people this switch is off. Metabolism problems like slow thyroid, type 2 diabetes, sluggish liver, hormone imbalances, PCOS, endometriosis, infertility and digestive problems like constipation, IBS and diverticulitis will limit or stop your weight loss, no matter how much dieting or exercise you do.

Hyperbaric oxygenation for wound treatment

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a promising treatment for non-healing wounds, offering hope for patients who have not responded to conventional therapies. This treatment involves patients breathing almost 100 per cent oxygen at increased atmospheric pressure.

Food lover Pauline set to share slimming success with others

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

When Pauline Singleton Lynch realised that her weight was stopping her living the life she wanted to, she knew she had to make a change. Now almost two stone lighter, Pauline says she’s delighted to have found a way to lose weight without having to give up her favourite meals.

Relief for radiation therapy injuries: hyperbaric oxygen therapy

Thu, Apr 17, 2025

Radiation therapy is a powerful tool in the fight against cancer, but it can sometimes damage healthy tissues surrounding the treated area. This is known as a post-radiation injury.

Injuries occur when healthy cells are damaged by the same radiation used to destroy cancer cells. Radiation can lead to poor oxygen supply, damage to blood vessels, inflammation and scarring of the tissues. Conditions like radiation cystitis (bladder damage), radiation proctitis (damage to the rectum), and damage to the bone or soft tissues can lead to ongoing pain, bleeding, ulcers or infection. Sadly, post-radiation injuries can be hard to treat.

‘Above the Bias’ reveals misconceptions harm diabetes care

Thu, Apr 17, 2025

A key finding of a survey by Abbott to coincide with the release of a new film found that 80 per cent of people in Ireland living with diabetes believe there is a stigma associated with their condition.

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