HAY FEVER AND MICRO-IMMUNOTHERAPY (A NEW AND NATURAL APPROACH)

Tue, Jul 02, 2019

Hay fever (acute seasonal allergic rhinitis) is the most common type of allergy. Symptoms include itchy red eyes also known as allergic conjunctivitis, watery discharge from the nose and eyes, sneezing, fatigue, headache and nervous irritability. It can mimic the symptoms of common cold and affects 30% of the population worldwide. Post nasal drip of mucus can lead to a cough, and nose bleed in severe cases. Tree and grass pollen is the usual cause of hay fever in spring and summer-time but perennial allergic rhinitis can be caused by some or all of the following: animal hair, dust, feathers, fungus, spores and moulds the symptoms of which can stay with you in any part of the year. Some of us are born to be allergic from birth it occurs in both males and females and anywhere in the world, hay fever is not contagious.

Power struggles - The human struggle for power

Mon, Jul 01, 2019

Being able to let go of power struggles is a liberating and self-compassionate act. The anguish, pain, torment and turmoil that these struggles cause over months or even years is inexplicable. Often, the attachment may be too strong or the issues appear too important to walk away from. Ending the tug of war may take a lot of work.

Difficult relationships

Mon, Jul 01, 2019

Are you ready to connect with your own authentic power and find stillness within? Are you Willing to communicate from your heart while navigating the complexity of human relationships? If you would like to bring peace into your life discover how empowering resolutions can help.

Gain advantage points with contact lenses at Specsavers Eyre Square and Headford Road

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

Good vision is essential in helping people fulfil their potential in many pursuits including sports such as running, swimming, and cycling. Specsavers Eyre Square and Headford Road specialises in eye care and the professional teams are on hand to advise on the best eyewear ranges, including contact lenses.

Contact lenses can be a great alternative to glasses for athletes and sporting enthusiasts. Staff at Specsavers Galway stores are happy to advise on the best type of lens for each customer and take people through the various steps of managing, using, and caring for contact lenses.

Free blood pressure checks and public talk

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

Do you or someone you know have high blood pressure, or are you taking medication to manage blood pressure? If so, you are invited to a free blood pressure check and public talk by heart expert Dr Faisal Sharif on Wednesday, July 10, in the Croí Heart & Stroke Centre, Newcastle, Galway.

Swimming is an essential life survival skill

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

Every child should be able to swim. People do not realise that children from as young as three years of age can and do learn to swim. At Braemor Swimming Summer School they also become confident and very competent when swimming in deep water. Swimming also promotes health, fitness, fun, and relaxation.

Be skincare aware this summer

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

CarePlus Pharmacy is stepping up its efforts to help people stay safe in the sun this summer. As the first blast of heat arrives this week, each of the more than 60 CarePlus pharmacies around the country will display up-to-date UV index information, sourced from Met Eireann.

Lead a fun and active life without incontinence worries

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

We all know the dreadful feeling of sneezing or coughing suddenly while having coffee with friends or while out shopping and experiencing incontinence. Help is available to give yourself back your freedom without fear of leaks.

Galway school awarded for healthy eating initiative

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

Scoil Naomh Bríde in Tullykyne, Moycullen, has been named Healthy Heroes School of the Month for May, thanks to the students’ efforts in promoting healthy eating, sharing the honour with a school in Co Cork. It is among hundreds of primary schools across the island of Ireland that are participating in the Healthy Heroes Lunch Club initiative from the Irish Bread Bakers' Association and Bord Bia, which aims to educate children on how to improve their lunchtime habits.

Top tips for a healthy summer

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

Summer may have arrived over a month and a half ago but it only seems now that the weather has received the memo with the warm temperatures and the suns splitting the sky over the course of this week.

WHAT IS CAUSING MY PAIN?

Wed, Jun 26, 2019

Pain can take many forms from occasional stabbing or throbbing to a constant pain that will not go away. Each type of pain also has a different cause. One should look for the real cause of the pain in order to plan your pain management.

Don't let dry eyes spoil the summer

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

You do not need to be an eyecare specialist to have heard of ailments such as glaucoma and cataracts that affect our eyes. However mention conditions such as blepharitis or meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) and many of us would be left shrugging our shoulders. This is spite of the fact the two are leading causes of dry eye syndrome.

Dry eye is a common condition caused when your eyes do not make enough tears or the tears produced are of a poor quality. Symptoms include dryness, itchiness, and blurred vision. Optometrist at Specsavers Galway - Eyre Square Centre, La-Reina McGloin BSc (Hons) FAOI, says the syndrome commonly affects those over 65 with environment being a leading cause. She says; "The risk of dry eye syndrome increases significantly for those over the age of 65 and it is more common in women than men. However, anyone at any age can suffer from dry eye.

Lead a fun and active life without incontinence worries

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

We all know the dreadful feeling of sneezing or coughing suddenly while having coffee with friends or while out shopping and experiencing incontinence. Help is available to give yourself back your freedom without fear of leaks.

Don’t let unwanted facial hair ruin your confidence

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

Unwanted facial hair is a major concern for women of all ages and the idea of never having to wax, pluck, shave, thread, or bleach ever again is extremely enticing. This has caused many women to seek laser hair removal in the hope of saying goodbye to their unwanted hair.

Dr Bhatti, I have been sleeping very badly for over three months, any advice?

Tue, Jun 11, 2019

More women suffer from insomnia than men and incidences increase dramatically in 65 year-olds and over.

The New Miss Galway Has Been Crowned…!

Mon, Jun 10, 2019

The current Mr. Ireland Wayne Walsh and the owner of Catwalk Models Mandy Maher sat on an interview panel last week to determine who the next Miss Galway should be. The winner of the crown is the beautiful Emma Healy as Miss Galway 2019/20. Emma is nineteen years old and has just completed her first year in Hairdressing and Barbering. An ambitious young girl, her career path in the Hair and Beauty Industry is sure to be one with plenty of promise and opportunity.

RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME (RLS)

Wed, Jun 05, 2019

Restless leg syndrome, also known as Willis-Ekbom Disease, can cause an unpleasant sensation in the legs with the irresistible urge to move them.

Miss Galway 2019/20

Tue, Jun 04, 2019

The selection night for Miss Galway will run this Friday evening. DNA Nightclub is the main sponsor for this year’s contest and look forward to supporting this year’s Miss Galway throughout her reigning year. The winner of the Miss Galway contest will be signed with Catwalk Models and sponsored by Sarah Mason Professional and Educo Gym to get her prepared for the Miss Ireland pageant at the end of the Summer. The charity sponsor which Miss Galway will support throughout 2019/20 is Cancer Care West.

Love yourself, love your bed

Thu, May 30, 2019

Loving yourself requires a long-term commitment to the triumvirate of health – proper nutrition, regular exercise, and adequate sleep. When you really want to treat yourself, you may even invest in the occasional pampering or luxury experience to reward yourself and recharge.

How to reduce your belly fat in seven days

Thu, May 30, 2019

Are you self conscious about your belly fat? If you would like to lose your stomach fat and get a great looking waistline, there is so much more you can get with the right plan of action. The answer is to burn real fat, lots more real fat. Unfortunately nearly all weight loss plans burn very little fat.

No matter how bad your stomach is you can improve it enormously. Regardless of your age or the cause (post baby weight, surgery, slow thyroid weight, beer belly weight, etc), a weight loss plan that burns real fat will dramatically change your stomach.

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