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<p>Tara Logan Buckley: “I got absolutely no education on fertility when I was young, I got nothing in school or college. I come from a clinical psychology background, where there is a lot of science. I didn’t know the number of eggs dramatically declines after 30.”</p>

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I froze my eggs at 34 — every woman should be given this opportunity in their early 20s

National Women's Health Survey 2025: Single ladies and those who want to delay motherhood can now pay to freeze their eggs

Cradling Newborn

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Ireland is becoming a better place to have a baby but there is still progress to be made in maternal care

Fertility rates in Ireland: Why are more and more women deciding not to have a child?

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Fertility rates in Ireland: Why are more and more women deciding not to have a child?

'You have this horrendous feeling of loss': Women highlight lack of understanding surrounding miscarriage

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'You have this horrendous feeling of loss': Women highlight lack of understanding surrounding miscarriage

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Half of those interested in starting a family are worried about their fertility

‘I felt like an inconvenience and received no support’: Irish women reveal their miscarriage stories

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‘I felt like an inconvenience and received no support’: Irish women reveal their miscarriage stories

Women’s Health in Ireland: the figures at a glance

Women’s Health in Ireland: the figures at a glance

In Pictures Women’s Health in Ireland: the figures at a glance The Irish Examiner Women's Health Survey 2025 carried out by Ipsos B+A for Irish Examiner Feelgood surveyed 1,078 women over 16 to find out what they thought about the ...

Thu, 19 Jun, 2025

What is the current state of women's health in Ireland? We found out

What is the current state of women's health in Ireland? We found out

Irish Examiner Women's Health Survey 2025: A snapshot of the current state of women’s health by an Ipsos survey reveals views on Ozempic, having children, mental health, HRT, menopause, and GPs

Thu, 19 Jun, 2025

One in three cannot afford to have children as new poll gives insight into women's health

One in three cannot afford to have children as new poll gives insight into women's health

Irish Examiner Women's Health Survey 2025: Poll of more than 1,000 women gives unique insight into women's health in Ireland today

Thu, 19 Jun, 2025

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Cost a significant barrier to fertility treatment despite State-funded scheme, survey finds

Irish Examiner Women's Health Survey 2025: Poll of 1,000 women found one in three does not feel well-informed about fertility treatment options in Ireland

Thu, 19 Jun, 2025

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Women putting off having children until they feel they can afford it

Irish Examiner Women's Health Survey 2025: Poll of 1,000 women found 25% will delay having children until they have reached certain financial or career goals

Thu, 19 Jun, 2025

Worried single pregnant woman worrying about her future

'It still is a barrier': Almost 40% of women feel 'lonely and isolated'

Irish Examiner Women's Health Survey 2025: Among women who sought help, 30% said access to a professional was either poor or very poor in their experience

Thu, 19 Jun, 2025

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Irish Examiner editor Tom Fitzpatrick: Our 'rainbow baby' is cherished on Father's Day

On Father’s Day, Irish Examiner editor Tom Fitzpatrick reflects on a devastating miscarriage, and the joy of welcoming a daughter earlier this year

Sun, 15 Jun, 2025

Annie Mac: I still struggle to be the centre of attention

Annie Mac: 'After I had kids I was busier than ever — I was really burnt out'

The Dublin-born DJ chats about sober DJing, weight training and perimenopause

Sun, 15 Jun, 2025

Natural Health: How can I boost my late-pregnancy energy levels?

Natural Health: How can I boost my late-pregnancy energy levels?

Plus: natural ways of dealing with warts by the fingernails

Sun, 15 Jun, 2025

Athletic woman eating a healthy bowl of muesli with fruit sitting on floor in the kitchen at home

How to find your biological age and the biohacking tips to lower it

Doctors share what you should be doing to reverse your biological age

Fri, 13 Jun, 2025

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How to start lifting weights and build muscle in mid-life

Confusing advice abounds on how to stay strong as we age, but it doesn’t have to be complicated. Our experts’ tips for building muscle make it simple

Fri, 13 Jun, 2025

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Workplace Wellbeing: How to deal with irritating coworkers

Experts offer advice on how to deal with coworkers who have a knack for getting under your skin at work

Fri, 13 Jun, 2025

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What are the health risks of flying and how can we limit their impact?

Flying takes a toll on your body, but with a few practical strategies, you can start your holiday feeling your best

Fri, 13 Jun, 2025

Working Life: Working to ensure vulnerable people are given the right support

Working Life: Working to ensure vulnerable people are given the right support

Gillian McConnell, social work team leader, HSE Dublin and South-East

Fri, 13 Jun, 2025

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Natural Health: What can my husband do about his disappearing sense of smell?

Certain nutrients are associated with olfactory function, including zinc, B vitamins, and essential fatty acids (EFAs). Zinc levels are often found to be low in individuals who are experiencing a decreased sense of smell or taste

Sun, 08 Jun, 2025

'I thought I was having a heart attack — it was actually bowel cancer'

'I thought I was having a heart attack — it was actually bowel cancer'

Cork-based mother of two Natasha O’Byrne is undergoing chemotherapy, but that hasn’t stopped her from raising money for the charity that came to her aid

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

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Fast-track your fitness with five minutes of exercise each day

Exercises such as sit-ups, pull-ups, and standing in place, in short spells, can improve strength

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

Everything you need to know about cholesterol and how to keep it under control

Everything you need to know about cholesterol and how to keep it under control

A high cholesterol level is dangerous, but with the right diet, an active lifestyle, and support from your doctor, you can get it under control

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

'I spent years being ashamed of myself and not speaking about it': Opening up about men's health

'I spent years being ashamed of myself and not speaking about it': Opening up about men's health

Men have long been too shy or too macho to talk about their health, whether mental or physical, or even see a doctor, but that is starting to change.

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

5 early signs of breast cancer ??? as Jessie J opens up about diagnosis

The different stages of breast cancer and the five key early symptoms to look out for

People are advised to examine breasts about once a month and look for early signs of breast cancer.

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

Shot of a young pregnant businesswoman standing alone in the office and suffering from abdominal pain

Workplace Wellbeing: Why compassion and time to recover are needed after an early miscarriage

Around 14,000 expectant women in Ireland lose their babies each year, but only mothers whose pregnancies end after 24 weeks are entitled to paid leave and the time to recuperate, while their partners have even fewer rights

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

Working Life: 'My mum and teacher sparked my love for science'

Working Life: 'My mum and teacher sparked my love for science'

“Memorable moments in my job include when the email came in to share the news that cases of rotavirus had dropped by over 70% in the first two years since the vaccine was introduced"

Fri, 06 Jun, 2025

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Eat your way to the best results — nutritious food to help exam students succeed

A leading dietitian gives some simple tips for success ahead of the Leaving and Junior Cert exams

Tue, 03 Jun, 2025

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How to keep your knees in good shape for lasting joint relief

Aching joints don’t have to hold you back, and now experts suggest that activity can reduce rather than increase pain

Sun, 01 Jun, 2025

Woman applying cold sore cream on lips in front of mirror

Natural Health: What can I do about getting a cold sore every summer?

Sunlight and stress are the top two triggers for cold sores

Sun, 01 Jun, 2025

Irish rowing champion Aoife Willis: 'The possibility of being diabetic never came into my head'

Irish rowing champion Aoife Willis: 'The possibility of being diabetic never came into my head'

Up to 300,000 people are living with diabetes in Ireland. According to recent research, many believe there is stigma associated with their condition

Fri, 30 May, 2025

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A period of life we need to talk about — the stigma that still surrounds menstruation

Menstruation is still surrounded by stigma, with half of women feeling uneasy discussing it at work and the majority of students lacking an understanding of their cycle

Fri, 30 May, 2025

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Tips to keep in mind before lacing up your trainers for a run

Before you lace up your trainers and head out to exercise under the hot sun, keep these tips in mind

Fri, 30 May, 2025

I have a wife and family I love dearly — why was I obsessing about another woman?

I have a wife and family I love dearly — why was I obsessing about another woman?

Falling head over heels for someone you barely know sounds like the stuff of a rom-com movie, but it could point to deeper, unresolved emotional issues. A neuroscientist delves into his experience of an intense office crush to explore the psychological condition known as limerence

Fri, 30 May, 2025

Working Life: 'We’re very concerned about the attraction of vapes to young people'

Working Life: 'We’re very concerned about the attraction of vapes to young people'

“We strongly recommend that those selling e-cigarettes and vapes get details from their supplier of the products’ origins and confirm that they are legal"

Fri, 30 May, 2025

Workplace Wellbeing: We need policies that support workers through a cancer diagnosis

Workplace Wellbeing: We need policies that support workers through a cancer diagnosis

A cancer diagnosis can significantly affect a person’s career, highlighting the need for workplace policies that support employees and employers

Fri, 30 May, 2025

Tried and tested: I used Aldi’s €200 Pilates reformer at home — here are my thoughts

Tried and tested: I used Aldi’s €200 Pilates reformer at home — here are my thoughts

It's one of the most anticipated SpecialBuys in a long time — but here's what it's actually like to use Aldi's Pilates reformer machine

Mon, 26 May, 2025

Diarmuid O'Flynn on prostate cancer: I delayed going to the doctor and almost paid the price

Diarmuid O'Flynn on prostate cancer: I delayed going to the doctor and almost paid the price

Prostate cancer is in the news with the announcement that a former US president has the disease. Diarmuid O’Flynn reflects on his experience and urges other men not to do as he did — delay going to a doctor

Sun, 25 May, 2025

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I’m not the only one to have experienced a friendship breakup

Close pals are an important part of our lives and can even improve our health, but staying in touch requires work, writes Sharon Ní Chonchúir

Sun, 25 May, 2025

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Natural health: My eyes stream in the morning — could it be related to menopause?

Shifting hormone levels during perimenopause and menopause can affect eye health

Sun, 25 May, 2025

NADIA EL FERDAOUSSI/ HYROX

Hyrox changed how I train, think and live — and it wasn’t about winning

As over 650 participants take on Alpha’s Hyrox simulation at the Marina Market this weekend, Nadia El Ferdaoussi shares her own story of falling for the world’s fastest-growing sport

Sat, 24 May, 2025

'It's a straightforward procedure': Getting a tattoo was a lot worse than ‘the snip’

'It's a straightforward procedure': Getting a tattoo was a lot worse than ‘the snip’

A new ‘no-scalpel’ method for vasectomy has made the procedure less invasive, with it taking less than an hour.

Fri, 23 May, 2025

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How to protect our skin from sun damage and cancer in the sunshine

The recent good weather makes it feel like summer has finally arrived, but it’s important to think about how to protect our skin

Fri, 23 May, 2025

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There may be more to the saying ‘stop to smell the roses’ — it may help to keep your brain sharp

Can honing your sense of smell keep you mentally sharp as you age? The science suggests it can

Fri, 23 May, 2025

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Workplace Wellbeing: Embracing AI's work-enhancing capabilities to help us work smarter

Rather than worry about AI, experts suggest embracing its work-enhancing capabilities, which can free employees to focus on more creative tasks

Fri, 23 May, 2025

Working Life: Radiation oncology is like virtual surgery, where you deliver targeted treatment

Working Life: Radiation oncology is like virtual surgery, where you deliver targeted treatment

"Clinical trials are crucial for examining new treatments and for assessing their safety and efficacy"

Fri, 23 May, 2025

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What your step count says about your fitness levels

While 10,000 steps per day has become a standard target, even as few as 4,000 daily steps can offer significant health benefits for those with a sedentary lifestyle

Sun, 18 May, 2025

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Natural health: How can I heal my bloodshot eye?

Plus, tackling athlete's foot

Sun, 18 May, 2025

Dermorexia: ‘My pursuit of clear skin has cost me time, money and pain, but how far is too far?’

Dermorexia: ‘My pursuit of clear skin has cost me time, money and pain, but how far is too far?’

Nicole Glennon estimates she has spent thousands of euros to keep acne at bay – but is it a disorder, or just another symptom of a society obsessed with aesthetics?

Sat, 17 May, 2025

Sleeping positions

We all have our go-to sleeping position but what’s the healthiest position to sleep in?

The ideal body posture can vary depending on individual needs and health conditions

Fri, 16 May, 2025

Scaling Ireland's highest peaks in aid of charity supporting adult survivors of child sexual abuse

Scaling Ireland's highest peaks in aid of charity supporting adult survivors of child sexual abuse

Jack Fitzgerald is climbing our seven highest peaks in seven days to support a charity that helped him come to terms with the sexual abuse he experienced as a child

Fri, 16 May, 2025

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