No matter how much we look forward to being pregnant, the subtle changes that come with it can take our bodies by surprise. One of the earliest signs is often unexplained fatigue and increased tiredness, triggered by rising levels of progesterone. Breast swelling and tenderness may follow, but it’s usually […]
Health & Lifestyle
Mental health is everyone’s business. This is the main motto of the West Cork Feel Good Festival that runs throughout the month of October across West Cork. It started on a modest scale in 2012 and continues to grow year on year. Another theme is ‘Connection’ and that is certainly […]
In 2011, Sue and Robin Lewando embarked on a journey many would hesitate to take. Tired of the daily grind and unable to secure a mortgage in England, they ventured to West Cork with the hope of turning a derelict cottage into their dream home. “We had both visited Ireland […]
We’ve all heard that statement many times. But, did you realise it applies to your dog too? Whenever I make a home visit to a client, one of my first questions will be: what type of food do you feed your dog? Diet can have a major bearing on every […]
The 2024/25 Premier League season kicked off last month, bringing renewed excitement after the summer break. Bandon’s own Conor Hourihane made headlines with a fresh start, returning to his former club, Barnsley, on a multi-year deal in June. The Irish midfielder, who previously captained the Reds to promotion in 2016, […]
West Cork Menopause and Women’s Health Clinic It is with great pride that I report my completion of the final hurdle of The British Menopause Society (BMS) qualification process: I am now officially a BMS Menopause Specialist. I run The West Cork Menopause and Women’s Health Clinic, located in Bantry […]