World Antimicrobial Awareness Week – 18th to 24th November, 2021
World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) is celebrated each year between 18-24th November with the overarching slogan “Antimicrobials: Handle with CARE”. The aim is to increase
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We all know the importance of looking after ourselves. But did you know that looking after yourself can benefit our natual world? And that any improvements to our natural world can in turn benefit our health? In these articles we take a look at how our health and wellbeing connects us all to nature.
Latest Health and Wellbeing Articles
Forest Diaries – rocket stoves and killer whales!
How do you keep your little ones entertained during school holidays? Nature recently provided the perfect solution for Gwen Bennett, mum to two very rambunctious boys – Fionn and Oisín.
Over 100 forests to explore
Over 100 forests to explore Forests help to slow down climate change and there are over 100 forests you can visit in Northern Ireland. Public
Why food historian Lady Dunleath thinks our fruit and veg was better 100 years ago!
As a food historian and grower, Lady Dunleath knows her onions and believes we were all better off a century ago when we grew our
How a car diet can benefit your health & the planet
Did you know research has found that people inside vehicles are exposed to far higher levels of air pollution than those walking or cycling along
How air pollution is affecting the environment
Air pollution is recognised as a major cause of biodiversity loss UK-wide affecting a range of habitats and species, including at sensitive, protected sites. Learn how air pollution is affecting these sites in Northern Ireland and how it’s being managed.
Air Pollution
Find out what air pollution is, how it affects our health, the environment and how it’s monitored and controlled in Northern Ireland. See tips on what you can do to reduce air pollution and if you have a condition like Asthma, did you know that you can check air quality levels daily? Details are in the articles below.
Translink Launches new #LetsChangeTogether Climate Campaign ahead of COP26
Translink Launches new Climate Campaign under the banner #LetsChangeTogether, calling for organisations and individuals to join with it to make vital changes to achieve net-zero emissions across Northern Ireland.
How a car diet can benefit your health & the planet
Did you know research has found that people inside vehicles are exposed to far higher levels of air pollution than those walking or cycling along
How air pollution is affecting the environment
Air pollution is recognised as a major cause of biodiversity loss UK-wide affecting a range of habitats and species, including at sensitive, protected sites. Learn how air pollution is affecting these sites in Northern Ireland and how it’s being managed.
Spare The Air
Air quality in Northern Ireland is generally better now than it has been at any time since before the Industrial Revolution. These improvements have been achieved
What’s a cup of tea got to do with air quality?
It usually involves a kettle, a mug, a tea bag, a spoon and varying degrees of milk and sugar. It doesn’t take long to make
Should you be worried about air pollution?
Many people think that air pollution is only a problem for big densely populated cities like Beijing or New Delhi but it’s also a problem
It’s estimated that 400,000 people in Northern Ireland are living with some form of persistent pain (also known as chronic pain). We’re sharing resources and stories below designed to inform everyone about pain management practices.
Living with Fibromyalgia
Living with Fibromyalgia is often referred to as an invisible illness, the pain and chronic fatigue are not always obvious at first
Understanding Pain in less than 5 minutes, and what to do about it!
Research suggests that chronic pain may not be a joint or muscle problem, rather a ‘re-wiring’ of the brain’s perception of itself.
What is the Pain Toolkit?
Persistent pain is difficult to understand and manage on a daily basis.
How Local Healthy Living Centres Are Helping People With Chronic Pain
The Regional Coordinator of the Healthy Living Centre Alliance talks to us about the work they do
Living With Endometriosis – What Is It Really Like?
Living with Endometriosis and what is it really like? Robyn from Newtownards discusses her journey and her diagnosis
How to Sleep Well With Pain
It’s very common to find that poor sleep makes your pain seem worse. You can find yourself in a vicious cycle where pain makes sleeping difficult, and poor sleep worsens pain.
Pacing for Pain Management
Pacing for Pain Management is a daily challenge and sometimes even standing up can be painful. Here are a few things that might help.
10 Things People With Chronic Pain Know All Too Well
10 Things people with chronic pain know all too well, a diagnosis can take a long time and we may look fine but that doesn’t we are
10 People With Chronic Pain Share Their Best Advice
10 people with chronic pain sharing their best advice isn’t meant to be medical advice but more of a personal guidance