The public has been urged not to be afraid of starting cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in cases of a cardiac arrest – after figures showed 240 people survived because someone started CPR or used a defibrillator. The Irish Heart Foundation has said almost 70% of cardiac arrests happen at home, making it more likely that CPR will have to be performed on a family member … [Read more...] about Health campaigners urge public not to delay starting CPR
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Compass Group Ireland and Artist Sean Atmos Launch Jigsaw Initiative for World Mental Health Day
In celebration of World Mental Health Day on Thursday, 10th October 2024, Compass Group Ireland has announced a unique collaboration with renowned artist Sean Atmos to create a bespoke jigsaw puzzle designed to inspire mindfulness and connection among work colleagues. This year's theme for World Mental Health Day focuses on the importance of mental health in the workplace and … [Read more...] about Compass Group Ireland and Artist Sean Atmos Launch Jigsaw Initiative for World Mental Health Day
New Digital Mental Health service will provide fast access to mental health support for millions of people
Mental health problems are one of the leading causes of sickness in the workplace, with new research showing a fifth of employees have taken time off work for mental health problems in the past year. Simplyhealth is now offering Spectrum.Life’s latest Digital Mental Health solution to its 2.5 million UK customers, including thousands of businesses and their workforces. … [Read more...] about New Digital Mental Health service will provide fast access to mental health support for millions of people
Budget 2025: E-cig tax a ‘crucial protection for children’ – charity
The Irish Heart Foundation welcomed the new e-cigarette tax and a €1 increase in the price of a packet of 20 cigarettes as crucial protections for children and young people from nicotine addiction. The charity’s Director of Advocacy, Chris Macey, said: “Tax is a vital deterrent for young people to take up vaping and smoking and these measures will have a significant … [Read more...] about Budget 2025: E-cig tax a ‘crucial protection for children’ – charity
All your neck problems may not be caused by your smartphone
by Dr. John Jennings Recently there has been some buzz around smartphones and social and health issues. One of these issues is neck problems. This is assumed to be from users looking down at their phone all day. However, it may be unfair to blame all of people’s neck issues on their phones. There are many other activities that people participate in that can cause similar … [Read more...] about All your neck problems may not be caused by your smartphone