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<p>Existing modelling shows a ban on commercial sunbeds would lead to a reduction in the number of deaths from skin cancer, the working group report said.</p>

politics

'No safe level of exposure': Commercial sunbeds should be banned, says expert-led group

The Sunbed Working Group has formally called on the Government to ban the use of commercial sunbeds

<p>45% of men will begin to experience hair loss by the time they are 50, with one in three likely to start losing hair by the age of 35.</p>

health and wellbeing

'It can be a cause of deep discontent': Understanding the reality of hair loss among men

<p>Elaine O'Callaghan: 'I know I’ll never be ‘in the clear’ — I’ll be having the scans for the rest of my life. Pictures: Alf Harvey</p>

health and wellbeing

My routine eye exam led to a rare cancer diagnosis — I am one of the very lucky ones

Senior woman exercising with trainer at rehab

health and wellbeing

Understanding why we fall when we get older and how to mitigate the risks

Sad caucasian senior woman wearing casual clothes sits on couch at home alone feels unhappy because of headache, stress, illness

general

Natural Health: I feel tired all the time - even after a good night's sleep

Cannabis ready to roll

news

Recreational drugs can more than double risk of stroke, study suggests

Weight loss jabs could be made for $3 a month in the near future

Weight loss jabs could be made for $3 a month in the near future

“These low prices open the door to worldwide access to an essential medicine.”

Fri, 06 Mar, 2026

Kick-boxer Conor is clear-eyed and laser-focused on his stellar career

Kick-boxer Conor is clear-eyed and laser-focused on his stellar career

The Kildare man became a top fighter despite poor sight. Laser surgery means he no longer wears glasses or contacts in bouts

Fri, 06 Mar, 2026

sliced traditional irish soda bread on a wooden board

Bernard O’Shea: The Dad Bod Diaries Week 10 — Bread and me... it's complicated

In my 20s, bread was fuel. I could eat it with abandon. Now, at 46, the same bread appears to behave differently

Thu, 05 Mar, 2026

Healthy food for lower cholesterol and heart care shot on wooden table

Surprising foods to avoid in the battle against high cholesterol — and which ones to eat

What foods are best to enlist, and which are best to avoid when waging war on high cholesterol?

Wed, 04 Mar, 2026

woman have bladder or uti pain sitting on bed in bedroom after wake up feeling so illness,Healthcare concept

Natural Health: What can I do to prevent passion-killing UTI?

Plus how to bounce back from a viral infection

Sun, 01 Mar, 2026

Stressed young woman covering her ears because her husband is snoring

What is sleep apnoea and what are the signs to watch out for?

Loud, persistent snoring may indicate obstructive sleep apnoea — here are the red flags to watch out for

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

'It’s almost dystopian': I was diagnosed with endometriosis after two decades of pain

'It’s almost dystopian': I was diagnosed with endometriosis after two decades of pain

More women are speaking out about endometriosis, an inflammatory disorder that is often diagnosed only because of debilitating, heavy periods or problems conceiving. Recent medical developments, however, are offering hope

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

Mum with disability refused parking permit: 'Everyone I know with EB has been refused it'

Mum with disability refused parking permit: 'Everyone I know with EB has been refused it'

A mother who shares the same rare ‘butterfly skin’ condition as her son is campaigning for the right to a blue badge permit and for more awareness

Fri, 27 Feb, 2026

'My baby had his first heart surgery at just three days old'

'My baby had his first heart surgery at just three days old'

Between 500 and 600 children are born with congenital heart disease each year in Ireland

Tue, 17 Feb, 2026

'Lots of optimism, hope and promise': String of initiatives aimed at improving cancer care

'Lots of optimism, hope and promise': String of initiatives aimed at improving cancer care

Specialised centres and at-home treatments are some of the ways that will enhance cancer treatments in Ireland in the years to come, writes Breda Graham

Mon, 16 Feb, 2026

Group of People Holding Ribbon Breast Cancer Concept

Meet the people helping women feel like themselves again after a cancer diagnosis

A network of ancillary carers including medical tattoo specialists, wig experts, and acupuncturists can help women cope with the toll of a devastating diagnosis, writes Jonathan deBurca Butler

Mon, 16 Feb, 2026

Overweight

Science-backed ways men can reduce belly fat — and their risk of heart disease and diabetes

Our science-backed guide to beating belly fat, can help you trim down while also reducing the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

Asian lady holding hamburger and French fries to eat in car, dangerous and risk an accident.

Bernard O’Shea: The Dad Bod Diaries Week 7 — When tiredness masquerades as failure

A week of burgers, caffeine and broken sleep reminded me falling off the wagon isn’t the danger — exhaustion is

Thu, 12 Feb, 2026

Young woman suffering from itching on her skin and scratching an itchy place. Allergic reaction to insect bites, dermatitis, foo

Natural health: What can I do to treat my psoriasis?

And adding garlic to your diet to boost your immune system

Sun, 08 Feb, 2026

Life with epilepsy: 'It looked like my daughter was having a stroke'

Life with epilepsy: 'It looked like my daughter was having a stroke'

Signs of epilepsy vary according to the condition, and it doesn’t always involve loss of consciousness or shaking of the limbs, as Aisling Allan discovered when her daughter had a seizure

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

I gave up alcohol for a month — here's how it impacted my sleep, health, and more

I gave up alcohol for a month — here's how it impacted my sleep, health, and more

Jonathan deBurca Butler enjoys relaxing over a pint at his local. It’s a simple habit woven into the fabric of his life. So how did he fare when he quit alcohol for a month?

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

A red heart and a line wave drawing a Charity donation linear symbol

What happens to your heart as you age?

Many changes take place in the heart as we get older, but there are ways we can counter these effects to stay healthy

Fri, 06 Feb, 2026

Mature man in cafe using laptop

Dad Bod Diaries Week 6: Five things I’ve learned about coffee, fitness, and moderation

There was a period of my life when coffee wasn't a drink — it was a strategy

Thu, 05 Feb, 2026

Breast cancer study

AI helping to transform breast cancer care in Ireland

Two landmark studies show that AI used alongside specialist breast radiologists significantly improves cancer detection.

Wed, 04 Feb, 2026

Food Safety - Cutting Carrots on Plastic Cutting Board with Food Gloves

Life Hack: What are microplastics and should I swap my plastic chopping board for wood?

Plus, tips on how to clean a wooden chopping board

Mon, 02 Feb, 2026

‘I couldn't eat without choking and I had persistent heartburn — it was oesophageal cancer'

‘I couldn't eat without choking and I had persistent heartburn — it was oesophageal cancer'

Ireland has one of the highest rates of oesophageal cancer in Europe, with around 520 cases diagnosed each year

Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

Young woman on bed

Natural Health: I'm waking up during the night due to work stress

and the best essential oils to help boost concentration and mood

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026

Closeup female foot pain, Healthcare concept.

Step up your foot care when it’s cold outside

Muscle weakness can go unnoticed in your mid-life, and yet by your 60s and 70s, it can seriously affect walking and lead to functional impairment

Fri, 23 Jan, 2026

Young female doctor examining a small girl in her office.

Nine cancer symptoms you should never ignore and how telling a doctor early could save your life

Early detection can often save lives — but the disease doesn’t always cause obvious symptoms at first, which is why noticing small changes matters

Fri, 23 Jan, 2026

Colorful medicines closeup on white background

Faster access to new medicines and fewer shortages a 'major step forward'

More access to generic medicines under deals agreed between the Government, HSE, and pharmaceutical industry

Tue, 20 Jan, 2026

Concept of a healthy female reproductive system.

Does getting HPV increase your cervical cancer risk?

It’s a common virus that infects 80% of the population. Most people clear the infection, but for some women it can increase the risk of cervical cancer

Fri, 16 Jan, 2026

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