Health & Lifestyle - West Cork People

Clonakilty stories brought to life in community quilt

WCP Staff June, 2023

A wall hanging created by members of the Community Participation Through Textiles class at the Further Education and Training Centre in Clonakilty, depicting ten areas of interest in the locality including the landing of the Flying Fortress ‘Taint a Bird’ in White’s Marsh in 1943, the Old Linen Hall, the […]

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Book Review: A guide to exercising your memory

WCP Staff June, 2023

The Complete Guide to Memory: The Science of Strengthening Your Mind Author: Dr Richard Restak Reviewed by: Kim Boland Aging is one of the big problems of the times we live in. As the proportion of elderly people increases we hear more of the difficulties this brings to society. The […]

Training to support a relationship-centred approach in frontline practice

WCP Staff June, 2023

Relationships in Practice is an evidence-based programme to support frontline practitioners to take a relationship-centred approach in their work and to understand the transformative impact of positive relationships in their work. The programme runs under the Social and Health Education Project (SHEP) and in collaboration with the Ag Eisteacht Foundation. […]

Supporting your health with SOMEGA

WCP Staff June, 2023

All of us have experienced inflammation at one point or another in our lives. Inflammation is a natural immune response that occurs when the body is injured or fighting off an infection. Acute inflammation is the reaction that occurs, for example, when you cut your finger, break your leg, or […]

Chronic Inflammation and homeopathy

WCP Staff June, 2023

Inflammation is part and parcel of many illnesses both chronic and acute. It is your body’s way of protecting itself. Obviously this can cause pain and discomfort but homeopath Sinéad Hurley reminds us that the inflammation itself is not the actual problem – we have to look deeper. Why did […]

Fire cider’s anti-inflammatory properties

WCP Staff June, 2023

Fire Tonic, also known as Fire Cider, is a popular herbal remedy believed to possess anti-inflammatory properties. It combines a unique blend of ingredients that work synergistically to promote well-being and potentially reduce inflammation in the body. One key ingredient in Fire Tonic is apple cider vinegar, which contains acetic […]

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