Drop a dress size for Christmas with Unislim

Fri, Nov 20, 2015

Do you want to drop a dress size and feel sensational this Christmas? Take the Unislim six Week Christmas Countdown Challenge! Slip into that Christmas dress with a swish, or watch that zip go up with ease when you start your weight loss journey with Unislim.  Losing weight has never been easier.

Mayo University Hospital wins two awards at the Saolta University Health Care Group Staff Achievement Awards

Fri, Nov 20, 2015

Staff at Mayo University Hospital received two awards at the recent Saolta University Health Care Group Staff Recognition Awards which took place on Friday November 13 at an event in the Sligo Park Hotel. A group of staff from A Ward in the hospital who dealt with a fire earlier this year and ensured the safety of patients and staff received the Unsung Hero Award. 

The Research Award was presented to Professor Kevin Barry, consultant surgeon and dean, on behalf of the Mayo Medical Academy which is based at the hospital. The research, “Efficacy of a Laparoscopically Delivered Transversus Abdominis Plane Block Technique during Elective Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy: A Prospective, Double-Blind Randomized Trial”, was published in The Journal of the American College of Surgeons in August this year. The research award was presented jointly to the Mayo Medical Academy and the Atlantic Diabetes in Pregnancy Service at Galway University Hospitals. 

Be part of the Mayo GAA #littlethings campaign

Fri, Nov 20, 2015

The Mayo GAA County Board in partnership with the Health Service Executive and Mindspace launched a positive mental health promotion partnership with the unveiling of a sign at MacHale Park. The aim of this initiative under the #littlethings campaign aims to encourage and facilitate people to develop and maintain positive mental health.

Mayo GP meets with Fine Gael health committee on crisis facing general practice in rural Ireland

Fri, Nov 20, 2015

A delegation of GPs from rural communities throughout the country, including Noreen Lineen-Curtis based in Mayo, met with the Fine Gael Health Committee recently to give its views on the crisis facing general practice in rural Ireland. The delegation highlighted the pressing need for resources in rural general practice, the lack of which has plunged the service into a crisis not seen in Ireland since the mid-80s.

The representatives' aim was to remind the committee of the many communities nationwide that have lost their local general practitioner, with little chance of securing a replacement unless the resourcing issues in rural practice are urgently dealt with. The committee spokesperson, Liam Glynn, explained their position: “Community general practice receives less than 2.5 per cent of the overall health budget despite having over 90 per cent of the patient contacts in the health service. This is compared to 8.9 per cent in the UK where they are currently campaigning to see that increased to 11 per cent.  

Free health consultation at Stauntons Health Links

Fri, Nov 20, 2015

Next Friday, November 27, why not take advantage of a free health consultation at Stauntons Health Links Castlebar. The consultations take place in association with Naturelife. Naturelife product expert Anne Gilligan will be in store to answer your health queries on the day.

She will be showcasing Udo's Oil, the organic omega 3, 6, and 9 seed oil and explain why these good fats are essential for your health, and Udo's Choice Microbiotics, and how everyone in your family can benefit from taking age specific macrobiotics. So pop in to Stauntons Health Links between 2pm and 4pm next Friday for your free health consultation.

Pudding for Christmas and a little treat for now

Fri, Nov 13, 2015

Christmas pudding
As promised last week, here is the ultimate recipe for the perfect Christmas pudding, as used by many of the top Irish chefs. As with the Christmas cake, it is better to make this in early November as the flavours will absorb into the pudding over time and it should be perfect for Christmas Day. You need to purchase a 2lb pudding bowl with a lid, you can get them in most shops such as supermarkets or euro stores. There are quite a lot of ingredients, but it really is worth making if you can.

Meet the wine maker in Westport next Wednesday

Fri, Nov 13, 2015

Sinead Lambert and chef Jose Barroso of Sol Rio are delighted to be hosting, with Portuguese wine maker Manuel Lobo from Crasto, Douro Valley, Portugal, an evening of fine wines and food on Wednesday November 18 at 7.30pm.

Improve your future with a course at Anne Tobin Beauty and Holistic College

Fri, Nov 13, 2015

Anne Tobin Beauty and Holistic College is Mayo's renowned beauty college. This December the college is delighted to announce that it is enrolling for new courses in ITEC beauty specialist, holistic massage, waxing, make up and make up artistry, nail technology, threading, advanced waxing, Indian head massage, ear candling, and hot stone massage.

These courses are all part-time to suit the working student. Other courses available are spray tanning and gel nails. Spray tanning courses cost €100 and gel nails course costs €150. Refresher courses are available for those who wish to up skill or feel that they need to be re-educated in new techniques and methods. Nail technology courses are taught through out the year.  This is an excellent course combining manicure, gel or stand alone courses in acrylic nail systems and forms. This is a four day course

Tracy celebrates sharing secrets of success

Fri, Nov 13, 2015

A high-flying weight loss expert from Sligo is beaming with pride after attending a prestigious event in Derbyshire to celebrate her achievements as a consultant and team developer for Slimming World, helping people  to lose weight.

How to get your toddler to eat more vegetables

Fri, Nov 13, 2015

It can be a daily struggle trying to get your toddler to eat their vegetables, and for some a nightmare.  Do you know that  your toddler (age 1-3) needs up to four portions fruit/veg a day (one portion, is one banana/2tblp cooked veg). Here are some tips to help you meet their four-a-day from Nutritional Therapist and College of Naturopathic Medicine graduate Donna Walsh.

Walking leader training course

Fri, Oct 30, 2015

Walking leader training is primarily aimed at people wishing to lead a voluntary walking group or to promote walking in the community or workplace. The course comprises a weekend of training (15 hours) and then a follow up four week walking programme to try out your new walking leader skills.  The course will commence at 7pm on Friday and finish on Sunday afternoon after lunch.

Prostate cancer information evening

Fri, Oct 30, 2015

This evening is open to people from Donegal to Clare and to the midlands. Rachael Dalton is a clinical nurse specialist in prostate cancer survivorship who provides care, advice, support, and education for patients with prostate cancer. 

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