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Dr Caroline McIntosh, originally from Cramlington in Northumberland, has been appointed Head of Podiatry at NUI Galway and will manage the university’s School of Podiatry.

How can you boost your immunity, increase your energy levels, fight disease and delay the onset of ageing? By improving your nutrition is the simple answer.

With frequent scares in recent weeks over Legionnaires disease, a new product has been launched on the Irish market which prevents the risk of the disease at the point of use.

John (not his real name) accidentally discovered he had haemochromatosis after having a melanoma removed at University Hospital Galway.

Salthill optician Andrea Concannon has set up a screening service for macular degeneration at her practice.

A cancer diagnosis comes as a major shock to many people. Suddenly, their lives are turned upside down as they attempt to take in the news and understand the various treatments available.

The new chairperson of the HSE West’s regional health forum is calling for the return of hospital matrons to help in the fight against hospital acquired infections.

CherryActive, a tasty new drink which is super-rich in antioxidants, is now available at Evergreen branches in Galway.

The Halloween Ball in aid of cystic fibrosis will be held on Bank Holiday Sunday, October 25, in The Foulkstown Rugby Club, Waterford Road, Kilkenny. The night will feature renowned local DJ Davy Holland and guests, with great prizes to be won for best costumes and other surprises!

Mother and musician Sharon Corr recently helped launch the Pampers UNICEF Ireland 1 pack = 1 vaccine campaign, fighting the preventable but often fatal disease, maternal and newborn tetanus.