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Looking towards autumn/winter season, most people find this time of year we need to motivate ourselves as we head into longer, darker evenings. It is so important to keep on top of our health, it's time to pick up the pieces and get our mental, physical and emotional health in order.

If you have anaemia, you’re probably familiar with symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, and pain. Red blood cells play a vital role in your body because they are responsible for transporting oxygen. We know every cell needs oxygen so a disruption in supply means your body doesn’t get the oxygen it needs, leaving you feeling exhausted and unwell.

Brain injuries, regardless of their perceived severity, can initiate a chain of cognitive challenges that endure over time. Studies highlight that repeated head trauma can instigate neurodegeneration, wherein the brain's essential functions gradually deteriorate. This not only compromises immediate cognitive abilities but also escalates the risk of developing debilitating neurological conditions such as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease. Consequently, finding effective interventions to counteract these persistent effects becomes imperative.

DBC Physiotherapy has been to the forefront of delivering personalised and effective care to individuals seeking rehabilitation and pain management solutions in their state of the art rehab facility at Arcadia Athlone Retail Park since 2018.

New research released by Blackrock Health as part of its new Show Your Heart Some Love campaign has revealed that an alarming 18% of people who experience symptoms that could signal a potential heart issue do not take any action to address or investigate the cause of the symptoms.

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When you hear the word stroke, does it fill you with dread and fear? Maybe that is because someone you know or love is affected by the condition. Or perhaps, fortunately, you do not have first-hand experience, but are aware of the statistics surrounding it which make worrying reading. Stroke is the third leading cause of death in Ireland with 2,500 stroke related deaths occurring each year. It is also one of the leading causes of disability and death worldwide.

Today (Thursday) is World Heart Day, and mental health charity Turn2Me is marking the day by highlighting the link between stress and heart conditions.

Croí, the Irish heart and stroke charity, is reminding all adults over the age of 65 years to ask their doctor for an annual stethoscope check, the call coming in advance of International Heart Valve Disease Awareness Week, September 12-18, which aims to improve diagnosis, treatment and management of heart valve disease.

Croí, the Irish heart and stroke charity, is reminding all adults over the age of 65 years to ask their doctor for an annual stethoscope check. The call comes in advance of International Heart Valve Disease Awareness Week, on September 12-18 which aims to improve diagnosis, treatment and management of heart valve disease.