Thousands affected by irregular heartbeat, unaware they are at risk of stroke Irish Heart Foundation urges adults to check their pulse regularly during AF Awareness Week 21-27 November People with AF are five times more likely to have a stroke Find Atrial Fibrillation before a stroke finds you: The Irish Heart Foundation, the national … [Read more...] about Irish Heart Foundation says check your heart rate to avoid a disabling stroke
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Irish Heart Foundation welcomes obesity strategy but warns against “implementation paralysis”
The Irish Heart Foundation today welcomed the Government’s new obesity policy and action plan, A Healthy Weight for Ireland, but warned that any further “implementation paralysis” in tackling the problem would have devastating consequences for the future health of our children. Speaking after the launch of the strategy, Head of Advocacy, Chris Macey, said there were many … [Read more...] about Irish Heart Foundation welcomes obesity strategy but warns against “implementation paralysis”
Sean Kelly launches the Irish Heart Foundation 4th annual Tour of the Midlands Cycle
Cycle with the legendary Sean Kelly is the enticing offer from the Irish Heart Foundation as they gear up for the fourth annual Irish Heart Foundation’s Tour of the Midlands cycle on October 2, 2016. Getting to the heart of the matter and the heart of the country, cycling enthusiasts are invited to sign up for the Tour of the Midlands on www.irishheart.ie and avail of … [Read more...] about Sean Kelly launches the Irish Heart Foundation 4th annual Tour of the Midlands Cycle
Bank Of Ireland’s Big Blue Box Challenge Comes To Ireland’s Ancient East
Bank of Ireland has announced that the Big Blue Box Volunteering Challenge will tour Ireland’s Ancient East from September 2 to 16. The unique volunteering challenge sees Bank of Ireland staff and members of the local community travelling by bike across the route, which will involve communities from 29 towns. Local fund-raising events will take place in each town along the … [Read more...] about Bank Of Ireland’s Big Blue Box Challenge Comes To Ireland’s Ancient East
Calls for new regulations to restrict digital marketing of unhealthy foods to children
Tough new regulations to protect children’s health by restricting digital marketing of unhealthy food and drinks to them were demanded today (Wednesday June 15) at the launch of a groundbreaking new report for the Irish Heart Foundation exposing the hidden tactics being used to target children online. The study titled Who’s Feeding The Kids Online led by child psychologist … [Read more...] about Calls for new regulations to restrict digital marketing of unhealthy foods to children