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Christy O’Hara and Martina Farragher will never forget the sheer joy on the Tanzanian children’s faces when they saw balloons for the first time. Their eyes opened wide with excitement as they were inflated and then released into the air. The atmosphere was electric as they chased them around the place, shrieking with delight.

When people think about skincare, they often imagine expensive serums, moisturisers or in-clinic treatments. Yet according to skin health experts, the single most effective product for protecting and rejuvenating your skin is also the most affordable: SPF.

Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Albert Dolan, has voiced strong support in the Dáil for the Companies (Protection of Title: Accountant) Bill 2025, introduced by Deputy Malcolm Byrne.

When Fergus Farrell woke up after having surgery in Dublin’s Mater Hospital in late October 2018, he could not move his feet. He could not feel them, either. In fact, it seemed as if they did not belong to him. It was like someone’s else’s feet had been put into his bed and his own had gone missing, he says.

Croí, the west of Ireland Heart and Stroke Charity, is one of two Irish pilot projects to participate in the EU Joint Action on Cardiovascular Diseases and Diabetes (JACARDI), funded under the EU4Health programme.

An innovative virtual healthcare initiative which was pioneered through the collaboration of staff at University Hospital Galway and local HSE Integrated Care Hubs means patients diagnosed with atrial fibrillation can now access advanced cardiac care from the comfort of their own homes. Atrial fibrillation is a common but potentially serious heart rhythm disorder that affects 1 in 3 adults over their lifetime.

Henry Street Playground was officially named last Friday in honour of former Mayor of the City of Galway, Mary Byrne (1917-2004) - who was the first female Mayor of Galway, and was also a resident of Henry Street.

Portiuncula University Hospital’s (PUH) Emergency Department came under scrutiny at this week’s Western Regional Health Forum on Tuesday, following a critical review by the Mental Health Commission.

A Galwaywoman has spoken out about the life-changing impact of a simultaneous kidney and pancreas transplant she received in 2024, expressing deep gratitude to her donor and highlighting the vital importance of organ donation.

Get ready for the ultimate family-friendly sports event of the year. The 2025 Salthill National 5-a-side returns to Salthill Park on May 31 and June 1, 2025. Following the overwhelming success of previous years, this year’s event promises even more excitement, keeping the same thrilling format with some fantastic additions. Expect a men’s tournament (minimum of three games per team), an U13 boys’ tournament, and an U13 girls’ tournament.