Yoga and wellbeing festival announces returns to Westmeath for summer 2024

Yoga enthusiasts are in for an exciting treat with the return of The Yoga Picnic, the one-day yoga and wellness festival experience for 2024. Taking place on July 7th at Lilliput House, on the shores of Lough Ennell, Co Westmeath, The Yoga Picnic promises a day filled with movement, therapies, discussions, and music, curated by […]

How white poop was a sign I had lethal pancreatic cancer... aged 32

Matthew Rosenblum of Michigan was just 32 when he was diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer. He credits a combination chemo treatment for keeping him alive for three years.

This is what happens to your brain and body when you get scared

Fear is an unavoidable aspect of the human experience. Generally considered an unpleasant emotion, some people actually go out of their way to trigger it, be it by jumping out of planes or watching scary movies. Whatever the reason, we feel fear because we see or hear something that makes us anticipate harm. But the question is: what causes the fear response in our bodies and brains? To find out, check out the following gallery. Simply click on!

Is your child well nourished?

Balancing your masculine and feminine energies

Everyone has a balance of masculine and feminine energies, and they are by no means related to gender. An imbalance between the two causes problems in our daily lives regarding our working and social lives, and our relationships All of us will go through periods of imbalance of these energies. To find out how you can recalibrate to be in the more harmonious and balanced mode of being, click through this gallery.

Health Alert: New Study Warns of Risks from Grilling Meat

Summertime grilling is an awaited tradition, but did you know it could be bad to your health?

Simple cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to improve your mental health

It’s a wondrous thing that therapy is becoming much more standard practice for the general public, as the stigma around mental health continues to be torn down bit by bit every day. That said, most people are still not informed on what to look for once they are ready to begin. Enter: cognitive behavioral therapy. It’s one of the most popular forms of therapy, and for good reason. CBT aims to change how you think and behave by equipping people with the skills to identify, challenge, and deal with their adverse behavior. It’s used to treat wide-ranging conditions, which you’ll see in this gallery, and it can even be self-directed if you’re not willing or able to see a therapist. Click through and check out some effective techniques CBT can offer you.

Bras are a 'basic necessity' and should not be subject to VAT, say radiographers

The tax disproportionately affects women and could be considered discriminatory under the Equality Act, delegates at the Society of Radiographers will hear at their annual conference on Tuesday

Princess Kate Suffered From This Illness During Her Pregnancies

For Princess Kate, cancer is not the first illness to slow her down completely. She already had to deal with serious health problems during her pregnancies.

Wage War on Powdery Mildew - Top Tips and Natural Treatments

When it's warm and humid outside, the "powdery mildew" in the garden is often not far away. Gardening expert Burkhard Bohne explains how to detect powdery mildew early, prevent it, and combat it with natural remedies to protect your plants.

How a lollipop can help to spot the early signs of mouth cancer

When the fruit-flavoured sweet, which is being developed by scientists at Birmingham University, is sucked for just a few minutes, the proteins - released by mouth cancer cells - become 'stuck'

Twist in case of 11 people who fell violently ill after birthday bash

Guests at an 80th birthday bash believe a batch of ham and pea soup, which took the host three-days to make, was behind 11 people falling violently ill.

Autonomic Dysfunction : What Is It & Treatments

Overview A disease condition in which the nerves of the autonomic nervous system are damaged. This affects the heart function, blood pressure, bladder function, digestion and even sexual function. Symptoms Symptoms include dizziness and fainting on standing, exercise intolerance, and sweating abnormalities. → Common treatment options → Questions to...

Our children’s health is being failed by Stormont’s spiralling waiting lists – The Irish News view

When will anyone actually take charge of addressing our health and social care collapse?

Care Plan Your Doctor Would Usually Recommend For Rotator Cuff Tear

Overview Tear in the muscles or tendons surrounding the shoulder joint. This causes pain in the shoulder, especially on movement. Symptoms Pain in the shoulder joint, especially on movement, is the notable symptom. → Common treatment options → Questions to ask your doctor What are people curious about?DiabetesPsoriasisEczemaTreatment for severe ast...

How to green up your spring clean

How to green up your spring clean - Cleaning without chemicals can be a breeze, according to an expert. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

War on rats: Could birth control be the antidote to New York’s rodent problem?

New York lawmakers are proposing rules to humanely drive down the population of rats and other rodents. View on euronews

TikTok star Kyle Marisa Roth dies at 36 after beating colon cancer

TikTok personality Kyle Marisa Roth, known for her celebrity gossip videos has died at 36, leaving her 200,000 followers mourning her passing. Her mother announced the news on LinkedIn.

Scientists finally make ‘goldene’, potentially breakthrough new material

Scientists finally make ‘goldene’, potentially breakthrough new material -

Busting the Myth - Eggs and Cholesterol – What You Need to Know

That eggs raise cholesterol levels is a widespread myth which causes uncertainty for many. Uwe Knop believes that concerns surrounding the cholesterol content of eggs are unfounded and current dietary recommendations by the German Nutrition Society (DGE) should be questioned.

Puffy eyes: possible causes, and how to get rid of them!

Whether you had a good cry session at night, or ate too much salt for dinner, waking up with puffy eyes is never fun. But the skin around your eyes is thin and delicate, so most people will experience under-eye swelling occasionally. Medical conditions and genetics may also play a role, particularly as you get older and tissues under your eyes start to weaken. But what exactly causes puffy eyes, and how can you get rid of them? Click on to find out, and learn what can be done to help smooth out the area.

FOP Awareness Month: what exactly is fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva?

Can you imagine a world where you fear your every next step? What if an everyday fall, trip, or slip could mean losing further mobility permanently? FOP, or fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva, is an ultra-rare, debilitating, and progressive disease that causes bone formation in muscles, tendons, and ligaments. It is also known as the "Stone Man syndrome" due to progressive ossification that restricts movement. But while there is no medical treatment to completely rid one of the disease, there are ways in which you can make your life or the lives of loved ones more manageable. Intrigued? Click through this gallery to learn more.

Immortality is a possibility, if it wasn’t for this obstacle

Skincare set loved by beauty buffs for eliminating dark spots and hyper pigmentation reduced by £22

One shopper said: 'My skin now looks soft beautiful and I got my confidence'

What is the smoking ban Bill, who opposes it and what happens next?

What is the smoking ban Bill, who opposes it and what happens next? - Not all Tory MPs are supportive of Rishi Sunak’s flagship health policy.

Losing my hair made me miserable. Now I’m as bald as an egg, I couldn’t be happier

This may come as a shock to you, especially if you’ve spent the past few years using my byline photo as a reference, but I am bald now. Completely, permanently, irreversibly bald. So bald that my children have taken to calling me Egg. So bald that the first thing strangers notice about me is my scalp, rather than my excessively sour personality. So bald that, if I stand under just the right sort of overhead light with just the right level of...

What is chimerism?

When it comes to ranking the discoveries of modern medicine, DNA is pretty high up there. There are few discoveries with wider applications than DNA, which we use for everything from identifying blood relatives to presenting evidence in court. DNA is so useful and has so many applications because it is always unique to the individual. Using DNA testing we can always pinpoint a single individual. Or can we? Introducing chimerism: a genetic phenomenon that allows one individual to have two sets of DNA. Check out this gallery to learn all about it.

Bioinspiration: how nature is helping us innovate

Since the beginning of time, humans have been looking to nature to survive. Nowadays, it is in a slightly different way. Bioinspiration is where biologists study animals to understand the basic principles of their existence, and then bioengineers use this information to find solutions to human problems. Animals have mechanisms for survival that humans do not even understand yet. However, as the technology for scientific investigation improves, we can learn more from mother nature. In this gallery, you'll learn all about how nature is helping humans advance. From swimsuits to medical tape, click through to find out more.

Are sweeteners bad for you?

What your nails say about your health

We often overlook the health of our nails, yet the condition of fingernails and toenails can provide important information about our overall well-being. In fact, a change in appearance of a nail can sometimes indicate a serious underlying medical condition. But the signs can be subtle, a change in color perhaps, or difference in shape. So, would you know how to read what your nails are saying? Click through and nail the diagnosis.

Oldest food discoveries from around the world

While we may be used to a plethora of options when it comes to our diets, our early ancestors didn't necessarily have that luxury. When we think of early civilizations, we often associate them with hunting and gathering for their food. Surely their options were meat and plants. However, recent archaeological discoveries have shown that there may have been more variety than we think! From ancient bone soup to the shocking introduction of popcorn, historical diets may sometimes surprise you. Click through to check out the oldest discoveries of food and drink in the world!

Road safety crisis

Over 60 lives have already been lost this year

25 Things You CAN’T Talk About Anymore

Remember the days when you could freely discuss just about anything without fear of sparking controversy? Well, those days are long gone. In today’s hyper-sensitive world, there are topics so fraught with tension that even mentioning them can lead to heated debates and hurt feelings. Let’s take a look at 25 things you simply can’t ... Read more

Huntington's disease: what is this rare neurodegenerative disorder?

What are the most common chronic diseases?

Chronic illness, defined as a noncommunicable, long-term health problem that develops over time, is the world’s leading cause of death and responsible for approximately 71% of deaths across the globe. In addition to the human cost, these conditions have a significant impact on the global economy (workplace absence, burden on healthcare systems, etc.). While their prevalence varies from one area of the world to another, many are quite common, and several could be prevented by adopting a healthy lifestyle. According to our research, the following illnesses occur most frequently.

What do tattoos say about us?

Five foods that release the same ‘fullness’ hormone as Ozempic

Weight loss drugs: Oprah’s on them, Elon’s tried them and even Boris gave them a whirl (they didn’t agree with him). Ozempic, in case you haven’t heard, is a Type 2 diabetes treatment which is also prescribed for its weight loss effects. The medicines regulator has since approved a higher dose under the brand name Wegovy to treat obesity. The activ...

Greek, flavoured or fermented: How to make sure the yogurt you’re buying is actually good for you

Do you take yours Greek, flavoured, fermented, or packed with probiotics? Sucked from a pouch, spooned over compote, frozen into a pot or free from “bits”? There is a yogurt for every food foible, nutrition trend and health concern. According to market researchers Mintel, it may even be the answer if you’re feeling blue since 25 per cent of Gen Z y...

40 Of History’s Most Bizarre Medical Treatments

Leading cancer doctors write open letter to Taoiseach warning about Ireland's cancer services

The intervention has been welcomed by the Irish Cancer Society, saying it ‘must serve as a wake-up call’ to the government.

History's greatest minds and their struggles with mental health

Foods you should avoid when eating out

When you go out for a meal, it's normal to order something you don't usually eat or drink at home. However, many of these foods and drinks might not be what they seem... Find out what not to order the next time you go to a restaurant!

The oldest living organisms on Earth

When we think about lifespans on Earth, we tend to have humans as a reference. But the truth is that we're hardly long-living creatures. In fact, even other mammals surpass us by hundreds of years. In this gallery, we bring you some of the oldest living things on our planet, from plants to animals and microorganisms. Curious? Click on to find out more.

MPs urged to back smoking ban by UK’s four chief nurses

The chief nursing officers of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have spoken out in support of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill

What is bloating and how can we prevent it?

If you've ever felt overly full and uncomfortable, but you didn't just eat a huge meal, it's very probable you were bloated. Bloating is extremely common and it's generally not serious, but it can be uncomfortable and irritating. Luckily, there are some things we can do both to prevent and reduce it. Check out this gallery to learn all about bloating and some tips to prevent it.

The 9 at 9: Tuesday

Children struggle to access psychosis supports, lease renewed on Citywest, and Trump’s trial continues.

Brilliant hacks for a better life

Who doesn't love a good life hack that can help improve efficiency in our everyday lives and tasks? Well, that is exactly what we have gathered for you today. From beauty tips, cleaning tricks, house decor advice, and other everyday life hacks, click through this gallery for some great suggestions that are guaranteed to better your lifestyle!

Signs you're stuck in a dead-end job

We spend an average of eight hours a day working. Considering that a day consists of 24 hours, and we spend an average of seven hours asleep, it’s eye-opening to see how much time we actually spend working. Whether you work in hospitality or have devoted half of your life to academia, working in a job that fulfills you in every single aspect is a difficult goal to achieve, if not an impossible one. Professional fulfillment can be hard to reach as there are just so many variables to take into account when assessing our levels of satisfaction in the workplace. Getting the right salary, working with the right people, an office in the right location, and having all the right opportunities for career growth, are just some of the most popular requirements people have when it comes to assessing their job situation. While some people might have a job that ticks all of the boxes mentioned above, many of us occasionally find ourselves stuck in dead end-jobs. We all start working at these jobs for different reasons and in different circumstances. We might have started a job with the hope that it would lead our careers somewhere, maybe there was a prospect of an exceptionally good wage, or perhaps we have just taken up a job out of bare necessity. After all, we have bills to pay. The problem is that many of us end up working for years in the same job without even realizing it, so it takes longer to recognize that it’s time for something to change. It's important to be able to recognize the signs we’re actually in a job that will lead us nowhere, and most importantly, what we can do about it if we find ourselves in this position. In this gallery we provide you with a comprehensive list of signs to look for, that will help you identify if you’re in a dead-end job. But there’s more! We'll also guide you through what to do if you’re in this situation. Click through the gallery and see if these signs pertain to your current job.

Alan Alda continues to live boldly while battling Parkinson's disease

Balancing diets: study reveals plant protein's impact on nutrient levels in Americans

By Pooja Toshniwal Paharia In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients , researchers explored the impact of increasing dietary plant protein quartiles on nutritional adequacy in the United States (U.S.). Dietary proteins, particularly amino acids, are critical to human health and ...