Listen to the latest episode of the HSE's Talking Health and Wellbeing podcast, NCCP’s Dr. Heather Burns discusses the early detection of cancer.
Podbean: bit.ly/3TvXnb8
Spotify: spoti.fi/3x1n36D
Apple: apple.co/4cdMP7N
YouTube: youtu.be/4zg9phf-II8

Great to see how active our communities are & leading others too! Health & Wellbeing DSKWW

NRT (Nicotine Replacement Therapy) can double your chances of staying off cigarettes for good.

To get free NRT you must talk to the QUIT line on 1800 201 203 or your local stop smoking advisor.

They will help you decide which type of #NRT is best for you.

#TakeBackControl

Working with a great team!

Nice coverage in The Irish Times today of our #EveryMoveCounts launch.
Moderate exercise for 150 minutes a week improves overall health, says HSE irishtimes.com/health/2024/03…

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday to launch the new Irish guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour...small changes in hos activd wd are everyday can make a big difference

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 😁

Are you a parent who is going through a divorce or separation and wondering how to support your child? This is the programme for you. Over 6 weeks you will be given the practical skills to find your way through this challenging time for your family. Free. Athy FRC Details Below.

📢Kildare Sports Partnership Grant Scheme 2024📢

❗️Application Deadline: Friday May 3rd, 2024 at 5:00pm❗

Applications are now invited for initiatives that will increase participation in sport and physical activity ✅

➡️ Apply online today: kildarecoco.submit.com//show/267

#kildare

Dispelling myths about substance use:
1. Environment plays a big role in addiction.
2. Recovery requires life changes & support.
3. Prescription meds can be as risky as street drugs if misused.
4. Addiction is a health issue, not moral.
5. lasting recovery needs more than detox.

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

Last chance to sign up for Monday but we have more workshops coming soon

Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly T.D. officially opened the Swan Ward in Naas General Hospital on Friday 12th April 2024.
There was capital funding of €6.5m allocated to this development to provide for 12 additional single rooms for improved patient care and privacy.
#DSKWW

In Fettercairn. To recognise the value of carers but also to acknowledge they have support needs also. The launch was a very moving event with lots of sharing and experiencing common ground. We wish the group well and hope it's the start of many. #Carers #Support #BEtterTogether

Do you need a boost or a bit of support?

Just not feeling quite yourself lately, and don't know how to cope?

Our next HEADS UP Kildare programme is being run in Clane soon

Please contact Lorna if you would like to take part - [email protected] - 085-8421347

#SICAP #SupportingCommunities

Anne Street Residents Association, County Kildare Leader Partnership CLG., and Kildare County Council are hosting a Coffee Morning in Anne Street Community House on:

Tuesday 23rd April 2024
10.00am - 12.00pm

#Community #Unity

Do you need support to #Quit smoking? There is a brand new smoking clinic on Thursdays from 1.30pm-5pm in The Orchard Centre, Cherry Orchard, Dublin 10. You are more likely to Quit with support and stop smoking products are provided free of charge. Contact details below. #Quit

Read our special feature on HSE health regions as the new Regional Executive Officers (REOs) complete their induction in the Spring 2024 edition of Health Matters: bit.ly/3wTwhSs

#OurHealthService

#AthyHealthWeek got off to a great start this morning with a #PositivePsycholgy workshop in the Athy @Slaintecare Healthy Communities Hub. Darts this evening at the #MensShed . See below for details of coming events. #AthyHealthWeek

Delighted to have coordinated the launch of the new Carers Support group in Tallaght. In DSKWW we recognise the power of the service users voice.Well done Margaret on a very powerful and emotional account of your life as a carer #Unsunghero