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Bowel Cancer Screening

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in Ireland, but when it is detected early, treatment is often more effective. Knowing the signs and symptoms, understanding your risk, and taking up screening when invited can all help improve …

Heart health for women

Resources from the Irish Heart Foundation. Know the symptoms of heart disease for women. Talk to your doctor about your heart health. Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death among women, yet many people are unaware that …

Bone health and osteoporosis

Bone health is critical for women, hormonal changes can put women at higher risk of osteoporosis. Looking after your bone health is important at every stage of life. As women age, particularly after menopause, the risk of osteoporosis increases, making …

Ovarian Cancer Awareness

Ovarian cancer can affect women of all ages, although it is more common in older women. Because the symptoms can often be vague or mistaken for other conditions, it is important to know what to look out for and to …

Breast cancer awareness and screening

Information on symptoms and screening programmes. Regular breast screening can help detect breast cancer at an early stage, often before symptoms develop, when treatment is most effective. In Ireland, the BreastCheck programme provides free breast screening for eligible women and …

Menopause support and guidance

Resources for managing menopause in the workplace. Menopause is a natural stage of life that can affect every woman differently. Symptoms such as hot flushes, sleep disturbances, fatigue, difficulty concentrating and changes in mood can have an impact on health, …

Men’s Mental health and suicide prevention

Good mental health is essential for a healthy, productive workplace. Creating an environment where employees feel supported, valued and comfortable talking about their mental wellbeing benefits everyone. Employers play an important role in fostering a positive workplace culture by promoting …

Heart health for men

Resources from the Irish Heart Foundation. Looking after your heart is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your long-term health. Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of illness and death among men in …

Menstrual health and menstruation awareness

Understanding menstrual health, related conditions and workplace support. Supporting menstrual health is an important part of creating a healthy, inclusive workplace. Access to reliable information can help employees better understand menstrual health, manage symptoms, and know when to seek support. …

Cervical cancer screening

Information on national screening programmes and prevention. Regular cervical screening is one of the most effective ways to help prevent cervical cancer. In Ireland, the HSE CervicalCheck programme offers free cervical screening to women and people with a cervix aged …

Prostate cancer awareness and screening

Each year in Ireland, 3,890 people are diagnosed with prostate cancer, making it the most common cancer in Ireland excluding non-melanoma skin cancer. With the fact that 1 in 6 men will be affected by prostate cancer in their lifetime, …