The benefits of routine with Evergreen Healthfoods

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

As the lockdown continues, the novelty of being at home has definitely worn off for the majority of us. The last few weeks may have felt similar to an extended Christmas break, with a lack of routine and a respite from the daily grind. However with no end in sight for the lockdown, instead of sitting idle and waiting for it to be over, it is important to have a routine for the sake of our physical and mental health.

Wash your hands for Francis' Soap Shop's third birthday

Thu, Apr 09, 2020

These are unusual times with Government restrictions limiting trips outside to food shopping and brief exercise within 2km of our homes. These changes to our everyday lives can be tough on the mind, body, and soul, but celebrating its third birthday, Francis' Soap Shop has some tips and products for customers to help the relax during the lockdown.

SKIN HERBALIST CALMING DRY SKIN

Tue, Apr 07, 2020

Covid-19 has left us very diligent about washing our hands very often. But the constant over-exposure to oil stripping chemical soap and hot water can leave your hands cracked, dry, red and irritated.

Wash your hands for Francis' Soap Shop's third birthday

Mon, Apr 06, 2020

These are unusual times in which we live with Government restrictions limiting forages outside for shopping and exercise within 2km of our homes. These changes to our everyday lives can be tough on the mind, body, and soul but celebrating its third birthday, Francis Soap Shop has some tips and products for customers to help the relax during the lockdown.

The ultimate guide to wedding necklines

Mon, Apr 06, 2020

On the hunt for your dream gown? We're discussing the most popular wedding dress necklines to help you ace your bridal shopping experience and find the dress that makes you feel special.

Keep your mind at ease with Evergreen Healthfoods

Thu, Apr 02, 2020

The human ego loves to be in control and knowing what the outcomes of a situation are likely to be. This means, mentally, we find it very difficult living in periods of uncertainty such as what we are currently experiencing. Along with this, the bombardment of news we are receiving daily can cause a forced state of anxiety and stress.

Keeping our mind at ease is very important during this period. Exercise and mindfulness are key, but Evergreen Healthfoods also has supplements that could be very helpful over the coming weeks.

Irish Kidney Association appeals for digital donations as annual fundraiser is postponed

Thu, Apr 02, 2020

The Galway branch of Irish Kidney Association’s largest annual fundraiser is the sale of forget-me-nots during Organ Donor Awareness Week, when volunteers take to the streets of Galway city and county. With the event now postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the organisation is asking people to donate online.

Eoin Madden, chair of the Galway branch, has appealed to people to support the IKA's vital work. “This year obviously the sale of forget-me-nots is another casualty of the Covid-19 crisis," he said. "However our vital work promoting organ donation, and supporting patients, must continue. So we are appealing to the public to donate via our Galway IKA Facebook page or by texting the word Kidney to 50300. Sending the text will donate €4 from your account to Irish Kidney Association.”

ULTRASOUND Services Available at Galway Doc.

Thu, Apr 02, 2020

The clinic is open 6 days a week from 12PM to 9PM. Closed on Wednesdays only.

CNM gave me the chance to be an entrepreneur

Thu, Mar 26, 2020

by Monika Mateja, CNM vegan natural chef graduate
What attracted me to CNM was that I could study during weekends while still having my full-time job. I read other student stories, and looked at the curriculum which, aside from the cooking skills, has very good naturopathic content and internship hours.

The art of staying healthy indoors with Evergreen Healthfoods

Thu, Mar 26, 2020

As the majority of us are now working for home during the day and housebound in the evenings, it is vital that we try focus all of our energy on what is important for us to stay healthy - looking after our physical, mental, and immune wellbeing.

Without access to gyms and sports clubs, it is more challenging to stay active but keeping on top of your physical health must remain a priority over the coming weeks.

Telephone and video call physiotherapy – a virtual clinic

Thu, Mar 26, 2020

We are all getting our new routines going with life in self-isolation for some and social distancing for others, due to Covid 19. Imagine losing our fitness and respiratory function. Wellbeing, health, and fitness can all be affected quite quickly in the current situation. Help is available to give yourself back your freedom without fear of decreased respiratory function and general fitness. Tele-physiotherapy and video-conferencing physio can give you optimal health and wellbeing from the comfort or your own home.

Aoife Ni Eochaidh provides telephone and video call physiotherapy to keep up respiratory function, strength, and fitness, and provides all normal pelvic floor muscle treatment for bladder and bowel incontinence and prolapse too.

GalwayDoc; serving the community

Thu, Mar 26, 2020

GalwayDoc is a GP walk-in clinic with a special interest in urology and ultrasound scans.

Helplink Mental Health provides free counselling services to people laid off by COVID 19 crisis and more

Mon, Mar 23, 2020

Helplink Mental Health, a registered mental health charity that has been providing mental health services locally (West of Ireland), nationally and internationally for over 7 years, is responding to COVID 19 crisis, for all our communities who are struggling with their mental health / emotional wellbeing.

Support your immune system, naturally - part two

Thu, Mar 19, 2020

Last week we discussed some of our favourite vitamins and herbs to support your wellbeing and immune health. Now for part two we will look at these nutrients in a little more detail. Here are Evergeen's product recommendations under those categories.

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APOS, Kilcolgan, alters working arrangements in current climate

Thu, Mar 19, 2020

South Galway company, APOS, would like to advise its patients, service users, and colleagues in the allied health professions of modified working arrangements during this current challenging time.

E-health respiratory physiotherapy and preventative programmes can improve health and wellbeing

Thu, Mar 19, 2020

We all know the dreadful feeling of needing to self-isolate and practice social distancing in these difficult times of Covid-19. Well-being, health and fitness can all be affected quite quickly in the current situation. Help is available to give yourself back your freedom without fear of decreased respiratory function and general fitness. E-health tele-physiotherapy and video-conferencing can give you optimal health and wellbeing from the comfort or your own home.

SILVER LINING FOUND IN BATTLE WITH SUPERBUGS!

Mon, Mar 16, 2020

Looking back in history, colloidal silver was the number one remedy to stop the spread of viruses. Colloidal silver is claimed to be anti-viral, anti-fungal and a great infection fighter.

Gambling addiction counselling service launched in Galway.

Fri, Mar 13, 2020

A local mental health organisation is providing free counselling for people with gambling addictions. The service is available seven days a week and will also operate out of hours.

Evergreen can help support the immune system, naturally

Thu, Mar 12, 2020

The body works hard to fight off infections, but there are things people can do to support their immune system to help keep them healthy.

Keep A&E accident-free this St Patrick’s Day

Thu, Mar 12, 2020

With the Covid-19 outbreak resulting in St Patrick’s Day parades been cancelled across the country, road safety professionals and An Garda Síochána are appealing to all those planning on celebrating the day with parties or social gatherings to have a designated driver or other safe way to get home if drinks are on the menu, to ensure A&E departments are not clogged up the day. Other suggestions include booking a taxi and arranging to stay with friends or family if travelling for an evening out.

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