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A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

<p>John Wall: “Prostate cancer is one of those cancers that, depending on the stage you are at, has significant repercussions for you, for your partner." Picture : Eamon Ward</p>

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'It’s like chemical castration': The devastating effect of hormone treatment for prostate cancer

The prostate, a gland found only in men, lies below the bladder, in front of the rectum, with the urethra running through it. It increases in size as a man ages and its primary functions are the production of seminal fluid and the regulation of urinary flow

<p> Ronnie Cummins from Naas, who was treated for prostate cancer in the last year is taking part in the Dickie Dip, an all-male, skinny-dip fundraiser for Men’s Cancer Care in the Mater Public Hospital. which takes place in Skerries on Saturday 8th of November. Photograph Moya Nolan</p>

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Dickie Dip: Skinny-dipping to help turn the tide against cancer

<p>Robbie Connell, who was treated for prostate cancer photographed at Trim Castle, County Meath. Photo:Barry Cronin</p>

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'It’s made me re-evaluate how I interact with others': From fighting fires to fighting cancer

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Are we close to establishing a simple screening service for prostate cancer?

Prostate cancer diagnosis brought us closer, but forced us to have more difficult conversations

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Prostate cancer diagnosis brought us closer, but forced us to have more difficult conversations

Blue Prostate Cancer Awareness Ribbon And Stethoscope On Blue Background - Prostate Cancer Awareness Month Concept

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Prostate cancer: Get to know your treatment and testing options

'We're not going to put up and shut up': Cork health event encourages women to seek change

'We're not going to put up and shut up': Cork health event encourages women to seek change

September Reset Live saw over 150 women gather in Cork for thought-provoking health workshops and workouts

Sun, 14 Sep, 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

brittle damaged nails after using shellac or gel-lacquer

Natural Health: My nails keep breaking even though I have plenty of calcium in my diet

Marine collagen is the best choice for nail, hair, and skin health; whereas bovine collagen is typically recommended for joint, bone, and muscle repair.

Sun, 03 Aug, 2025

The HSE in partnership with people living with HIV

Working Life: Shame and stigma were stopping me from thriving and living my best life

Enda McGrattan, is co-CEO of Poz Vibe Tribe

Fri, 01 Aug, 2025

The Mick Clifford Podcast: What have Irish women been saying about their health?

The Mick Clifford Podcast: What have Irish women been saying about their health?

A major survey of women’s health in Ireland was carried out by the Irish Examiner

Listen | Thu, 19 Jun, 2025

Women in medicine on progress in women’s healthcare — and what still needs to be done

Women in medicine on progress in women’s healthcare — and what still needs to be done

Significant improvements have occurred in health services for women over the past 25 years, thanks to advancements in medicine, progressive legislation, and targeted initiatives. Here, four leading women in medicine reflect on the progress made and the work still to be done

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

Irene Feighan: 25 years of giving private matters a public forum in 'Feelgood'

Irene Feighan: 25 years of giving private matters a public forum in 'Feelgood'

The Irish Examiner’s enduring health and wellbeing section has never shied away from intimate or taboo topics

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

President of Ireland: Congratulations Feelgood on milestone achievement

President of Ireland: Congratulations Feelgood on milestone achievement

"Feelgood’s campaigns and publicity have helped to provoke a more positive public conversation on topics which affect the health of all members of our society"

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

Millennial medics share their prescriptions for good health and wellbeing

Millennial medics share their prescriptions for good health and wellbeing

Four health professionals born in 2000 each give their prescription for good health

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

Ageing with attitude: 103-year-old Bessie Nolan on the secret to staying young at heart

Ageing with attitude: 103-year-old Bessie Nolan on the secret to staying young at heart

By 2030, one in six people worldwide will be aged 60 and over. Far from being over the hill, this group represents a population of vibrant people, living life to the full, and in some cases exceeding physical goals of those half their age

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

Health experts share 25 health tips and top hacks you can trust

S Health experts share 25 health tips and top hacks you can trust

Experts share their top hacks, from going outside early in the morning, to sleeping on the left side to ease heartburn, reheating carbs to boost their nutritional value, and taking ‘exercise snacks’

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

HSE CEO Bernard Gloster: 'I’m responsible for the health and wellbeing of 5.5 million people'

S HSE CEO Bernard Gloster: 'I’m responsible for the health and wellbeing of 5.5 million people'

HSE head Bernard Gloster is responsible for the health of approximately 5.5m people and holds one of the highest-profile jobs in the country. But what steps does he take to look after his wellbeing?

Fri, 25 Apr, 2025

'Bowel cancer is the third most lethal cancer, but a simple home test is improving survival rates'

'Bowel cancer is the third most lethal cancer, but a simple home test is improving survival rates'

The most notable gains in treatment success rates are seen in the age group participating in the bowel screening programme. So why are uptake rates so low?

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

Dr Sarah Fitzgibbon: 'I’m one of a growing number of young people with bowel cancer'

Dr Sarah Fitzgibbon: 'I’m one of a growing number of young people with bowel cancer'

Dr Sarah Fitzgibbon is living with stage four colorectal cancer. In a special edition, she collaborates with Feelgood to raise awareness of the warning signs and encourage those eligible to participate in the free BowelScreen programme

Listen | Sat, 29 Mar, 2025

'I tried to stay upbeat for everybody, I kind of lost myself': How counselling helps with healing

'I tried to stay upbeat for everybody, I kind of lost myself': How counselling helps with healing

Cancer treatment and rounds of appointments can keep patients busy and reassured, but when they end, many feel alone. This is where psycho-oncology begins

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

JODY CONNAUGHTON

'Just get checked. Better to find nothing wrong, than learn too late'

When Jody Connaughton turned 60 and received his postal invitation to participate in BowelScreen, he did not take it up

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

GERARD WHITE

'A colonoscopy found five polyps in my colon'

Gerard White's experience with cancer has made him value his health and prioritise it more

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

Cork hospital caterer Martina Murphy: 'Good outcomes are like winning the Lotto'

Cork hospital caterer Martina Murphy: 'Good outcomes are like winning the Lotto'

Martina Murphy is nearing retirement after more than 40 years working as a caterer at the Mercy University Hospital in Cork. She shares her experience working on St Bernadette’s ward - where oncology and haematology patients come for treatment

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

‘Travellers are dying of same diseases as all of us’

‘Travellers are dying of same diseases as all of us’

The ethnic group no longer fears the word ‘cancer’, thanks to community health education

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

'Give it a go': Former patients share their experiences of cancer screening

'Give it a go': Former patients share their experiences of cancer screening

A diverse network of volunteer representatives who have undergone screening offers the HSE valuable insights into the patient journey and advice on improving its communications

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025