The NCCP is hosting a webinar as part of the 2024 #SunSmart campaign on ‘Sunscreen Myths and Facts’. The webinar aims to increase awareness of the steps you, your family, friends & colleagues can take to protect your skin from the sun. Visit hse.ie/sunsmart to register

Spring is in the air, and a lovely time to enjoy some gardening. Get the kids involved, encourage them to plant some seeds that they can enjoy watching grow over the summer🌱🌻🌿.
You can find more garden activity ideas here bit.ly/448e68b.
@BordBia

This week’s #TalkingHealthandWellbeing #podcast talks about lower back pain, as we hear the difference between chronic and persistent low back pain.

Listen for helpful tips and to hear where you can order a new set of managing low back pain booklets: bit.ly/3Webgwu

The NCCP & HealthyIreland have launched the Get #SunSmart ! Children’s Art Competition, open to all pre-school & primary school children. Learn more about the competition & amazing prizes up for grabs here: bit.ly/4dh52Ce

🚴‍♀️🌟 Join our 6-Week Casual Cycling Sessions! 🌟🚴‍♂️

📅 Starting May 7th

Boost your biking confidence in a casual cycling group! 🚲

💰 Cost: €5 per session OR €20 for all 6 weeks!

Secure your spot now via the link: pay.easypaymentsplus.com/feepay1v2.aspx…

Young Adult Learn to Swim 🏊

Beginner swimming lessons starting May 2nd in the National Aquatic Centre.

🗓️ Duration: Runs for 6 weeks - starting May 2nd
🕐Time: 18:00-18:30 (Every Thursday)
📍 Location: Sport Ireland National Aquatic Centre

Book here:
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FUNCTIONAL FITNESS FOR OVER 55s ✨

📍 Newcastlewest Community Centre
📆 Mondays, 29th April – 17th June
⏰ 12pm – 12:45pm
💶 €30 for 6 weeks

🔗 limericksports.ie/event/function…

Limerick.ie Live 95 Sport Ireland Healthy Limerick Newcastlewest GAA West Limerick Sports Complex (WLSC)

#FunctionalFitness

'Monday is the beginning of a new week, a fresh start for achieving positive well-being. Make the most of this day by setting your intentions and focusing on promoting your overall health and happiness. Remember, you have the power to create a fulfilling and positive week ahead'

Don't forget to register your team for the #HSEStepsChallenge ! Closing date for ordering step counters is Wednesday 24 April. We're encouraging staff to track their movement using personal devices or previous year's step counters.

Sign up here: hse.ie/stepschallenge/

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Ireland with over 11,000 cases each year.
Be #SunSmart and protect your skin from April to Sept, even when it's cloudy.
👕Slip on clothing that covers the skin
🧴Slop on sunscreen
👒Slap on a hat
⛱️Seek shade
😎Slide on sunglasses

Sporty teen's active lives and growing bodies means they have special nutritional needs. Bodies need fuel to get the most out of sport, and the best place to start is with the basics of a healthy and varied diet.
@Safefood_net have some great advice here bit.ly/4aM4rGz

Good sleep is essential for wellbeing and affects so many aspects of our lives, from maintaining a healthy weight to protecting our mental wellbeing. Try to aim for 8 hours per night if you can.
spunout.ie have some great tips here bit.ly/3PXAD1s

Taking a stroll isn't just good for the body, it clears the mind, sparks creativity, and connects us with our surroundings. Step into the world outside and feel the benefits of a simple walk! #WalkForWellbeing 😁

In this podcast, we discuss HIV with Aoife, a practicing nurse living with HIV and Prof Fiona Lyons.

Listen here: bit.ly/3JiJSpx

#STIAwarenessWeek #HIV

Free Children & Adult Food Pyramid Posters for your classroom. Printed in extra large (A2) and large (A3) sizes. Available to order at healthpromotion.ie
HSE Health & Wellbeing

#MondayMotivation ! Why not aim to walk a little more than usual as part of your daily routine? Try walking to the shops or take stairs instead of the lift. Walking helps control lower back pain & improves your overall fitness!

FUNCTIONAL FITNESS FOR OVER 55s ✨

📍 Newcastlewest Community Centre
📆 Mondays, 29th April – 17th June
⏰ 12pm – 12:45pm
💶 €30 for 6 weeks

🔗 limericksports.ie/event/function…

Limerick.ie Live 95 Sport Ireland Healthy Limerick Newcastlewest GAA West Limerick Sports Complex (WLSC)

#FunctionalFitness

It's STI Awareness Week, a good reminder to learn more about how to prevent STIs.

Learn more about STIs, how to access free condoms and free home STI testing at: bit.ly/3VXzWco

#STI | #STI Testing

🚨COMÓRTAS🚨 Tá Comórtas Ealaíne Get SunSmart ar ais! Oscailte do páiste réamhscoile agus bunscoile a bhfuil seans acu cárta oidhreachta teaghlaigh Office of Public Works , pas lae teaghlaigh @dublinzoo_official , AGUS dearbhán Leabhar Náisiúnta a bhuachan!
Féach gov.ie/bisunsmart