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International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on March 8th every year. It’s a moment to focus our attention on the rights of women across the globe. Key issues such as reproductive rights, gender equality, abuse, and violence against women are top priorities every year, but this year, the focus is on embracing equity. The day garners … Continued
The World Health Organisation (WHO) didn’t officially acknowledge osteoporosis until 1994. That’s when it began defining it as a disease. A lot has changed since then. The prevention and treatment of this painful bone condition have come on in leaps and bounds, however, there is still a great deal of work to do. World Osteoporosis Day … Continued
Most of us would prefer not to have to reach for pills and tablets on a daily basis. For a start, it can be stressful trying to remember when and how often to take them. Some medicines also have unpleasant side effects and are a constant reminder of the health issues we have. But, the … Continued
Around a third of adults in Ireland aged 50 or over experience emotional loneliness some of the time. 7 percent often feel lonely. Experts believe loneliness is fast becoming one of the biggest health challenges for our aging population. So what steps can you take to combat feelings of isolation and continue being socially connected? … Continued
There’s far more to owning a pet than providing a daily bowl of food. For many of us, pets are part of the family. They’re beings that we nurture and care for. For older people especially, a pet companion can be a life-changer. Nothing beats taking the dog for a brisk walk to get the … Continued
Introduction Life can be unfair. Things can and do change in the blink of an eye. Suddenly finding yourself having to provide full-time home care and home help for a loved one is one of those life-changing moments. Apart from the emotional impact, there’s the real financial burden to consider. It can be very scary but support … Continued
You’re only as old as you feel. The Irish-born artist Francis Bacon summed up the old saying’s meaning by adding this: “I will never be an old man. To me, old age is always 15 years older than I am.” The big question is really this- can we hold back the sands of time by … Continued
For many people, homecare makes a world of difference to their quality of life. That can apply no matter how much care a person receives. Some may have such challenging needs that they need a carer on hand 24 hours a day. Others might just want to see a friendly face a few hours a … Continued
PTSD develops in approximately 1 in 3 people who go through serious trauma. This can include anything from the death of a loved one, military combat, car accidents, illness or injury, natural disasters, disease diagnosis or other events that may have a significant physical or psychological impact.Many people experience negative feelings after experiencing a traumatic … Continued
“Life doesn’t end when dementia begins”Standing together with the half a million people whose family have been affected by dementia.Dementia: Understand Together is a public support, awareness and information campaign aimed at inspiring people from all sections of society to stand together with the half a million people whose families have been affected by dementia. … Continued
