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Chronic inflammation is a hidden culprit behind many health conditions, and while it serves a purpose in the body’s natural healing process, when it lingers, it can cause more harm than good.

Managing inflammation is a common challenge that many of us face, whether it’s due to injury, illness, or chronic conditions. Inflammation causes painful swelling that not only disrupts our comfort but also hinders our body’s natural healing processes by obstructing oxygen flow to our cells.

The skin, our body's largest organ, often gets the short end of the stick when it comes to oxygen allocation. In the body's hierarchy of oxygen distribution, the brain receives the lion's share, around 20-25 per cent, followed by other vital organs. This means that the skin typically receives less oxygen, which can affect its health and healing capabilities. Hyperbaric Oxygenation (HBOT) can compensate for this by significantly increasing blood oxygen levels. This offers substantial benefits for skin health, particularly through its anti-inflammatory effects.

Oxygen is not just for breathing; it's a vital element for healing and overall wellness. Hyperbaric oxygenation (HBOT) taps into the healing properties of oxygen to rejuvenate the body from the inside out.

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD), such as Crohn's disease and Ulcerative Colitis, are chronic conditions marked by gastrointestinal inflammation, significantly impacting quality of life. While conventional treatments include medications and surgery, scientific research continues to highlight the benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygenation (HBOT) as a non-invasive approach to managing IBD symptoms.

Hyperbaric oxygenation creates a powerful healing environment throughout the body flooding it with higher levels of oxygen, which is essential for optimal cell function.

Researchers at University of Galway are seeking participants with chronic health conditions for a new project aimed at ensuring the needs and interests of patients and healthcare workers are included in future Irish health research.

Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly; Minister for Mental Health and Older People, Mary Butler; Minister for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy, Hildegarde Naughton; and the Chief Medical Officer, Professor Breda Smyth, have announced a new multi-media campaign aimed at combatting loneliness and isolation among older people.

Health services facilities in Galway have been rewarded for implementing healthier food options for staff and visitors.

RAM SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices at NUI Galway has received a significant funding award of €46,372,380 from Science Foundation Ireland. The investment was announced on Monday by Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris TD.