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The recession may be bad for your heart - that’s the warning from local heart charity Croí. It says because of the economic downturn people may opt for unhealthy processed foods which are often perceived as cheaper to buy.

A newly refurbished community mental health facility in Portumna was officially opened by Minister for Equality, Disability and Mental Health John Moloney recently.

Are you suffering with pain and unable to find a sustainable solution? Are you stressed and struggling to unwind? We all know relaxation is good for us but not many people know how to relax properly. Through relaxation and meditation we can unwind and let tension go so that we can access peace, which in turn helps with healing. This intense level of relaxation can be achieved through the use of acupuncture and meditation. Sharon O’Boyle of GanPian Acupuncture and Massage Clinic can help you eliminate pain from your life and also assist you in achieving higher levels of relaxation.

The Health Service Executive this week reminded everyone at risk of annual influenza this winter to ‘Get the vaccine, not the flu’. This year, because of the swine flu pandemic there will be two vaccination campaigns, firstly one for the seasonal flu and later on, one for the swine flu vaccine.

The use of Ipods and listening to loud music is one of the main sources of hearing problems in young people.

The Marie Keating Foundation is delighted to announce the addition of the Pink Ribbon Soap Bar to its range of Pink Ribbon fundraising products. The Pink Ribbon Bar is a Lavender-Lemon Goat’s Milk Soap bar that is 100 per cent natural and hand-made.

It may be argued the bravest and maddest family in Ireland is from Mullingar, with the news this week that 11 of the Mulvany clan from Clonmore are to jump out of a perfectly functional aircraft in aid of cystic fibrosis.

The Health Service Executive West is urging those aged over 65 years and younger people with long term illnesses, such as asthma, heart problems, etc, to avail of the seasonal flu vaccine now.

The HSE West’s health promotion department is urging older people to make healthy food choices.

Broadcaster and patron of the National Breast Cancer Research Institute Gráinne Seoige is urging people to organise a fundraising event at their home or workplace in aid of the National Breast Cancer Research Institute.