Diabetes patients honoured at special awards ceremony

Thu, Apr 23, 2026

Sixteen patients attending the Diabetes Outpatient Clinic at University Hospital Galway were honoured at a special awards ceremony recently held in Croí.

Five signs you need better footwear

Thu, Apr 23, 2026

Wearing the wrong shoes can do more than cause temporary discomfort - it may lead to ongoing foot pain, skin irritation, and even long-term posture issues. While many people choose footwear based on style or convenience, foot health experts emphasise that proper fit and support are essential for overall wellbeing.

With growing awareness around foot health, the team at Foot Solutions on Middle Street in Galway is highlighting key warning signs that your shoes may not be meeting your needs. Ill-fitting or unsuitable footwear can contribute to daily discomfort, skin problems such as corns and callouses, and more serious issues affecting mobility and posture over time.

Lose two stone - and keep it off

Thu, Apr 23, 2026

With total focus on fixing your metabolism, this weight loss programme can transform your weight loss, energy, sleep, health and much more. A good metabolism is the foundation of everything you are. A good metabolism gets you burning more fat every hour, 24 hours a day. Nothing can beat it for results. It is your weight loss master switch.

MEP Walsh: EU must ban harmful conversion therapy across all European countries

Thu, Apr 23, 2026

The EU must introduce a European-wide ban on dangerous conversion therapy practices that are still taking place today, a Fine Gael MEP has said.

MEP Maria Walsh, Co-Chair of the European Parliament’s LGBTQI+ Intergroup, has called for a European-wide ban on “conversion therapies” following a European Citizens’ Initiative backed by over 1.2 million people urging the European Commission to act.

Why creativity is emerging as a key tool for mental health at work

Thu, Apr 23, 2026

As organisations across Ireland prepare to mark Workplace Wellbeing Day on April 29, with this year’s theme of Belonging, a national campaign is encouraging employers to take a more human-centred approach to mental health - using creativity to support connection, inclusion, and meaningful conversation in the workplace.

Your Local Hearing Care Experts in Galway

Wed, Apr 22, 2026

For over 35 years, Hidden Hearing has supported people in Ireland with expert hearing care and advanced technology right on their doorstep. Because hearing plays such an important role in our overall wellbeing, the team there encourages everyone, especially those over 50, to look after their hearing just as they would any other part of their health.

Last year alone, more than 60,000 people trusted Hidden Hearing with their hearing care, a testament to the team’s experience, dedication and patient-first approach.

Understanding stress

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

How do you feel today? “Stressed” is the answer many people would give to this question as they juggle a myriad roles. Work and family commitments, coping with financial pressures, health issues, and oftentimes, time constraints can all contribute to rising stress levels.

Testicular Cancer: Recovery, rehabilitation and life after treatment

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

April shines a light on two important cancer awareness campaigns, with both Bowel and Testicular Cancer Awareness Months falling this month. Together, the campaigns carry the same message: early detection saves lives, and recovery deserves the same attention as treatment.

Testicular cancer has one of the highest survival rates of any cancer, at over 95 per cent when caught early. But survival is only the beginning. Many men who undergo surgery or chemotherapy find themselves navigating a recovery that is more challenging than they expected.

Drop up to two stone in 10 weeks with System 10

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Struggling with weight that just won’t shift, no matter how hard you try? The problem may not be your diet; it could be your metabolism. When your metabolism slows, often due to hormones, stress, or poor eating patterns, your body stores fat more easily, craves sugar, burns less energy and feels constantly tired.

Starting Wednesday, April 22, with limited places left, this ten-week programme focuses on resetting your metabolism so your body burns real fat again, not just quick fixes.

I walked 130km and solved absolutely nothing (and somehow, everything)

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Five days on the Camino, three people met, very little phone use-and a quiet realisation that we might all be doing life a bit… loudly

What “good recovery” really looks like after illness or surgery

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Recovery can mean different things to different people. It might mean healing after an operation, recovering from an infection or illness, or getting a health condition under control.

Clarinbridge psychologist offers expert adult ADHD assessments and diagnosis

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

With more than two decades of experience in mental health care and working with neurodiversity, Dr Emma Hopkins brings a wealth of expertise and compassion to her clinical psychology practice in Clarinbridge. Having qualified as a clinical psychologist in 2021 following 20 years in mental health nursing, Dr Hopkins is uniquely positioned to provide comprehensive ADHD assessment and diagnosis.

Ballinderreen woman braces Arctic conditions for Irish Heart Foundation fundraiser

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

A Galway woman has taken on a gruelling week-long Arctic Challenge to raise vital funds for the Irish Heart Foundation.

Galway camogie player who spent years with fatigue backs new campaign to promote importance of iron

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

A Galway camogie player who spent years struggling with extreme fatigue is backing calls for greater awareness of how low iron levels can impact female athletes.

Enjoy a summer garden makeover that will last years with Colourfence

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

The holy grail of fencing is having a fence that will transform a garden for the better, but when it comes to maintenance, treating a timber fence can never be called fun.

Westside Library announces debs dress pop‑up sale

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Westside Library will host a debs dress pop?up sale on April 18, offering young people in the community a stylish, budget-friendly, and eco-conscious way to find their perfect debs dress.

The initiative encourages sustainability by giving pre-loved dresses a second life. Sellers are invited to drop off their gently used debs dresses at the library between April 10 and 17, during library opening hours. The library team will ask for some details about the dress and the suggested sales price.

‘Giving God a chance’

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Keith Kelly sat in a Mayo courtroom anxiously awaiting his fate. He was appearing before the local judge on 11 charges. His solicitor gave him little reason for hope, saying more than likely he would end up in prison.

Galway voices to feature at Thriveabetes 2026

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

Thriveabetes 2026, Ireland’s only volunteer-led national Type 1 Diabetes conference, is organised by volunteers from across the country. Galway has a significant presence at this year’s Thriveabetes conference, with both speakers and volunteers contributing lived experience, advocacy and professional expertise.

Yourells hair group wins Best Hair Salon and Best Customer Experience at the Salon Awards Ireland

Thu, Mar 12, 2026

Yourells Hair Salon has been awarded Best Hair Salon and Best Customer Experience at the prestigious Salon Awards Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Age & Opportunity is recruiting volunteer telephone mentors in Galway

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

Age & Opportunity, the national organisation working to create opportunities that empower older people to enhance individual and community wellbeing, is recruiting volunteer mentors in Galway for its telephone mentoring service FitLine.

FitLine (phone 1800 303 545) is a volunteer-led service that supports people aged 50 and over to be more active. It is designed to help people who want to feel healthier, but who may not have the motivation, confidence or information to get moving

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