New figures show the impact of Sláintecare Healthy Communities

Ireland’s 49 Local Development Companies (LDCs) are identifying the health and wellness needs of their communities and building strategies to address these needs, particularly for those who are living in social and economic deprivation. A pilot initiative – called Sláintecare Healthy Communities, which is a Department of Health/HSE-funded programme that is currently being delivered by 14 LDCs – is having a positive impact on health inequalities throughout Ireland.

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Menopause Workshop Announced
  • By Sarah Clohessy
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  • Health
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Feeling moody? Angry? Anxiety? Difficulty sleeping? Problems with memory? Hair thinning? Skin changes? Joints pain? Not feeling yourself? It could be Menopause or Perimenopause.

Perimenopause, the stage before a woman’s menstrual cycle stops, often goes undetected for some time. Women usually experience it during their 40s, but it can start earlier.

Dr Fiona Macken, GP, and Pharmacist and Reiki Master Nicola Shannon will lead a 3-hour Menopause Workshop on Wednesday, 22nd May.

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Northside Health Festival to Transform Northside Shopping Centre into a Hub of Wellness and Community Engagement
  • By Sarah Clohessy
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  • Health
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Northside Partnership is delighted to present, in conjunction with Northside Shopping Centre, Northside Health Festival 2023, which will take place in Northside Shopping Centre on Friday 18th August. This is a community driven event and aims to promote a holistic approach to health and well-being while fostering a sense of community, unity and connection among residents in the area.

Northside Shopping Centre will be a hub of health with information stands, cookery demonstrations and free classes available.

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