Oxfam Ireland is urging shoppers to give a gift that means more this Christmas, as it launches its range of sustainable Christmas gifts today (01.12.2021). Festive fairtrade fare, treats for tech afficionados, and stocking filler favourites such as candles, calendars, books, games and homewares are just some of the gifts available to buy…
Cystic Fibrosis is the most common inherited disorder in Ireland. There are now three drugs available that can improve the lung function for most people with CF, however they do not cure the disease. But a research team in UCC is looking to change that, using a technique known as CRISPR gene editing. You may…
Positive psychology, empathy, compassion and gratitude were protective of feelings of Depression during ongoing pandemic ~ New research carried out by mental health charity Aware analysing the general population’s response to the Covid19 pandemic has revealed a widespread negative view of ourselves, the world, and other people during the peak of the 2021 lockdown. However,…
Staff Nurse Sheila Fitzpatrick from Limerick was the 2021 Potel Award winner. This award is given to one of the nurse graduated each year in recognition of clinical excellence.,Bon Secours Hospital, Cork, Staff nurse Sheila Fitzpatrick from Limerick was the 2021 Potel Award winner. This award is given to one of the nurse graduate each…
Dublin Rape Crisis Centre (DRCC) has announced a widening of access to a key support for victims/survivors of sexual violence in Ireland with its new helpline interpreting service. The National Helpline 1800 778888 will now feature an additional option for people whose first language is not English, allowing them to speak to a crisis counsellor with…
The season of giving is almost upon us and specialist education, faith, heritage & charity insurer Ecclesiastical Insurance has launched its annual 12 days of giving Christmas campaign to give £120,000 (approx. €140,000) to good causes across Ireland and the UK. As part of the campaign 120 different charities will get an early Christmas gift of…
The Irish Community Air Ambulance is asking supporters and businesses to help it Light Up The Sky and sponsor a star to fund lifesaving missions this Christmas. Each donation made through the organisation’s website will light a virtual star, supporters can also leave a message for the crew or light a star in honor of…
To mark International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the Minister for Justice, Helen McEntee TD, has confirmed details of extra funding for areas of the country or categories of victims not currently fully covered by support services for victims. As part Minister McEntee’s ‘Supporting a Victim’s Journey Plan’ to help victims and…
A new range of Christmas cards designed by children living in a direct provision centre in Portlaoise was launched today (24.11.21) by not-for-profit organisation SCOOP Foundation. The range includes five different Christmas cards, designed by children aged 3-13, with proceeds from the initiative going towards helping to bring Christmas to the residents in direct provision centres…
Bru Columbanus has been chosen as the latest winner of The Cork International Hotel Community Spirit Award. With an amazing team of 50 volunteers, Bru Columbanus in Wilton in Cork provides temporary accommodation for relatives of seriously ill patients in Cork hospitals. The main aim, they say, is that they want to help keep families…