Vertigo and dizziness are unsettling sensations that can make even the simplest daily tasks feel overwhelming. While a correct diagnosis is essential to understanding the cause of these symptoms, recovery often involves more than just identifying the problem. Vestibular rehabilitation is an exercise-based therapy designed to reduce dizziness and improve […]

Sex is an important and  wonderful part of our lives and wellbeing and we don’t talk about it enough. It is sometimes assumed that sex is either not important or not happening in the lives of  older women but I am here to set the record straight. Women over 40 […]

As I write this it is the most beautiful crisp September day, perfect for taking to the hills, and were it not for my various work duties, I would have headed for Sheep’s head for a lovely long hike. Hiking got me thinking about a friend of mine who, while […]

Knee problems are one of the most common reasons people visit their GP. Whether caused by sports injuries, years of physical work, or the gradual wear and tear of arthritis, knee pain can make even the simplest daily activities diffcult. When walking, climbing stairs, or even resting at night becomes […]

For this issue, I’m writing in my capacity as a classically-trained Pilates teacher with over 20 years’ experience teaching in West Cork. I believe everyone can benefit from a good Pilates practice. For me one of the most important aspects of Pilates is that it is a mind/body modality, meaning […]

While I specialise in menopause health, which we encounter later in life, in this article I’m focusing on teenage female health issues. In my opinion, teenagers get a really bad press. They’re slated to the point of ridicule for being rude, grumpy, lazy, and argumentative. What needs to be appreciated […]

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