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<p>Aisling Allan and her daughter Bonnie, who was diagnosed with epilepsy. Picture: Clare Keogh</p>

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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

<p> Jonathan deBurca Butler 'enjoying' a soft drink in the Stoneboat public house in Kimmage. Picture: Moya Nolan</p>

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

<p>It’s recommended that you have your blood pressure and cholesterol checked at 40 - and annually as you get older. Picture: iStock </p>

health and wellbeing

What happens to your heart as you age?

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health and wellbeing

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

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

Breast cancer study

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AI helping to transform breast cancer care in Ireland

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

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

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

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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

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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

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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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Cold hands and feet? Here are the steps you can take to boost circulation during the winter

Hands and feet are vulnerable in winter, but if they are persistently ‘frozen’, it could signal a serious condition

Thu, 01 Jan, 2026

Senior man with stomach and belly pain

Natural Health: I still have stomach issues years after quitting smoking

I love the build-up to Christmas, but I find the excitement and pressure interfere with my sleep. Is there a tonic I could take to calm my nervous system?

Fri, 19 Dec, 2025

woman hearing loss or hard of hearing and cupping her hand behind her ear isolate on white background, Deaf concept.

Listen up: What can we do to protect our hearing as we age?

As the world around us gets noisier, even younger generations are beginning to struggle with hearing loss, so taking steps to mitigate any long-term damage is vital

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

Elderly Woman having wrist pain for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Wrist Tendinitis, muscle ache, De Quervain s tenosynovitis, Hand Os

Natural Health: What can my mum do to ease Parkinson's symptoms?

Are there safe, natural treatments she could take alongside her medication?

Sun, 23 Nov, 2025

How to recognise urinary tract infections and prevent recurring UTIs

How to recognise urinary tract infections and prevent recurring UTIs

It is vital to prevent and properly treat urinary tract infections and it is also important to recognise the symptoms of a UTI, the experts tell Gemma Fullam

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025

Joe Wicks: 'These foods are damaging our health — we shouldn't accept this as the norm'

Joe Wicks: 'These foods are damaging our health — we shouldn't accept this as the norm'

Wicks plans to demonstrate how useless the legal limits on additives are by designing, making, advertising and selling a protein bar that is intentionally harmful to the health of those who eat it

Tue, 07 Oct, 2025

woman hand holding her crotch suffering from pain,itchy concept

Natural Health: How can I treat my itchy vaginal thrush?

Plus: natural ways of dealing with a winter vomiting bug

Sun, 28 Sep, 2025

I'm a cardiologist - here are four signs your heart needs a check up

Four signs your heart needs a check-up

When it comes to heart health, a little awareness can go a long way

Fri, 26 Sep, 2025

Heart attacks in women: How we're missing a beat on women’s heart health

Heart attacks in women: How we're missing a beat on women’s heart health

A quick response can save a life in the event of a heart attack. But women are more likely to dismiss their symptoms — often different from the chest-clutching stereotype — because they see it as a condition that predominantly affects older men

Fri, 26 Sep, 2025

Beautiful Smile With Dental Floss

'Anyone of any age can get gum disease': How to care for your gums to protect your future health

Up to 80% of the population has some form of gum disease, which can lead to health issues ranging from dementia to lung disease. Fortunately, it can be stopped or slowed

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

Tired upset woman worried about tiredness from domestic work.

Natural Health: I feel tired all the time and pick up bugs easily — how can I boost by immunity?

One of the more effective ways to address the issue is by focusing on your gut health

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

Headache Concept. Sad Mature Lady Suffering From Migraine Pain

Natural health: What can I do about my tired eyes?

Plus: natural ways of dealing with intense headaches

Sun, 14 Sep, 2025

Smiles in Motion

How to prepare for cold and flu season

Improving your health is a better investment than buying woolly jackets to fend off colds, flu and other viruses

Fri, 12 Sep, 2025

Young woman with chest breast pain palpating a lump

Natural health: What can I do about my sore breasts?

Plus a natural treatment option for lumbago

Sun, 07 Sep, 2025

Smiling Woman Enjoying a Morning Beverage in a Modern Kitchen

Nine surprising ways dehydration can impact your body and general health

Not drinking enough water can have profound effects on your body and mind that go beyond just feeling thirsty

Fri, 05 Sep, 2025

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How to keep your knees in good shape for lasting joint relief

Aching joints don’t have to hold you back, and now experts suggest that activity can reduce rather than increase pain

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

How your menstrual cycle can impact your mental and physical health

How your menstrual cycle can impact your mental and physical health

While there is certainly evidence that sex hormones do positively (and negatively) impact women’s brains, the historical lack of women’s health research means there is a lot of catching up to do in this area

Mon, 25 Aug, 2025

NIAMH CONROY

'A mother busy with a young family ignored blood in her stool — she had stage four bowel cancer'

One in 10 who develop the disease is under 50, so it’s essential to be vigilant and tackle the stigmas associated with discussing poo

Mon, 18 Aug, 2025

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