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

"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"

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’

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?

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

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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