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Eight heart attack symptoms that are more common in women than men
Health
Heart disease is incredibly common in Ireland, with 1 in 4 women dying from it and strokes, however, symptoms can differ between the genders - here’s what to know
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Nearly 3,000 healthcare workers have already fallen victim to workplace assaults this year
Health
The HSE data details all of the instances of physical, verbal, and sexual assaults on personnel that have been officially recorded within the National Incident Management System
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New Covid Eris variant confirmed in Ireland plus red flag symptoms of fast-spreading new strain
Coronavirus
EG.5.1, also called Eris, is the latest variant of the Covid virus and is an Omicron subvariant, it is currently being linked with the huge surge in cases in the UK.
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Study finds dementia risk could be avoided by consuming popular beverage once a day
Health
A brand new study has discovered that drinking espresso coffee just once a day contributes to the prevention of dementia as well as other neurodegenerative diseases
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HSE issue advice on quickest treatment options per illness type this bank holiday
Health
With the August Bank Holiday weekend here, HSE services are asking people to consider all care options before presenting at Emergency Departments as patients are prioritised in terms of clinical need
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Little-known cancer symptom you can spot on your sheets and pillows come morning
Cancer
The earlier you detect cancer the better and while there are many symptoms, there is one key warning sign to look out for in the morning that may flag you need to visit your doctor
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GP shares the skin conditions that can indicate bad gut health
Health
The gut is very complex and incredibly important internal ecosystem, with around 70% of your immune cells are found there which means it important to have good gut health
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Common leg condition could be a little-known symptom of silent killer disease
Health
Many people experience leg cramping but it could actually be a sign of a disease that makes you up to five times more likely to have a heart attack if it happens often
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Urgent health warning issued as Victorian disease on the rise due to Covid pandemic
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Measles can be very dangerous and we are seeing an increase in cases all over Europe due to the impact of the Covid pandemic on routine immunisation programmes
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The early signs of heatstroke you may not notice as heatwave continues across Europe
Health
Make sure you know how to spot the symptoms of heat exhaustion earlier on before it turns into dangerous heatstroke - it can be very common in high temperatures
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Met Eireann issue update to hay fever sufferers amid change in weather
Met Eireann
If you are a regular sufferer of hay fever then you may want to take note of the below as national weather advisory Met Eireann has finally issued some good news
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What exactly is meant by the term 'bed rotting' and does it qualify as a form of self-care
Wellness
Content creators are divulging their morning rituals and personal encounters with bed rotting as a means of self-care. However, this trend has faced criticism due to its possible adverse effects on health
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Mum of two credits life changing supplement for helping with anger, brain fog, weight gain post children
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Writer and mum of two Suzie says her life was suddenly plagued with unexpected anger, brain fog and weight gain as a result of hormone issues after having children.
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Three sexually transmitted infections with no symptoms that can leave long lasting dangerous effects
Health
here has been a seasonable peak observed in STIs during the late summer and early autumn - be aware as many of them have no symptoms and can be extremely dangerous
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How to check for skin cancer signs and symptoms as Coleen Nolan reveals diagnosis
Health
Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the world, with over 13,000 new cases diagnosed each year in Ireland and The National Cancer Registry of Ireland expects this number to double by 2040
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Donanemab: How 'breakthrough' Alzheimer's drug works, side effects and will it come to Ireland
Health
Scientists and health experts have welcomed the results of a new study of the Donanemab drug, which has been described as a "turning point" in the fight against Alzheimer's
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Common lesser known early dementia signs you might miss and what to look out for
Health
A new survey has found that two thirds of people experiencing dementia symptoms will not tell their doctors within the first month. Here's what you should look out for
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Therapist reveals the one change you can introduce to be happier in your life
Health
Through a strategy called the 4-7 zone, psychotherapist Colman Noctor says we can learn to sit with our stress, understand it and rewire our response and become our own therapist.
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Expert shares hormone-balancing tips that help permanent weight loss
Weight loss
Becca Holland, health coach and owner of "Health with Holland" with a following of 514k on Instagram, specialises in crafting hormone-balancing meals by optimising gut health, understanding cycle syncing, peri and post menopause and everything you need to balance your hormones
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Brushing your teeth with non dominant hand can improve brain health and fight memory loss
Health
The Alzheimer's and Dementia Resource Center explain that making this one change is a great way to improve our brain fitness and fight memory loss at any stage of our lives
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The four everyday habits causing your back pain
Health
Expert reveals the everyday positions and habits that could be giving you back pain and how to reverse it fast and stop it impacting the rest of your body.
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The three night-time symptoms of type 2 diabetes to watch out for
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Type 2 diabetes is an incredibly common condition in Ireland, with it being the most frequent type of the disorder to be diagnosed with - here are the symptoms to watch out for
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Signs and symptoms of dangerous Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever making its way across Europe
Health
The virus is spread via tick bites and the fatality rate can be as high as 50% in documented cases - be sure that you know what symptoms to keep an eye out for
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Simple trick for people who hate exercise to make it work for them
Health
Small changes can make big differences – here, registered dietitian Jennifer Low shows the little ways you can enhance your wellbeing from looking after your gut to your mind.
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