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The Ugly Truth: PCOS and Endometriosis
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a very common disease which, according to Bon Secours Health System, can cause “period problems, reduced fertility, excess hair growth and acne”. Globally, up to one in ten women suffer with this condition and many are overweight. Treatment includes weight loss (if you are overweight) and lifestyle changes in addition…
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‘I’m Fine’: Behind The Scenes
An Interview with editor Michael Fitzpatrick. During the pandemic, the demand for mental health and suicide prevention services soared. In February of this year, the Central Statistics Office released their fifth ‘Social Impact of Covid-19’ survey. It stated that of those aged between 18 and 34, almost three quarters of those surveyed (1,621) said the…
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Pride in Sport: The LGBTQ+ Community And Sports in Ireland
Sport plays a powerful role in the lives of Irish people, it can be fun, uplifting and sociable. However, this positive side of the sporting world hasn’t been experienced by everyone in this country, predominantly by women and those in the LGBTQ+ community. One can argue that there is a lack of inclusion and diversity…
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Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS): Victim Saved By Miracle
In light of recent events with Christian Eriksen, I believe now is a good time to share this documentary in relation to Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS) and the importance of CPR training and defibrillators within our communities. This package documents the story of a SADS survivor Tony Cullen, my father, who collapsed during an…
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Anne-Marie Tomchak: Success, Social Media and ShareJoy
Anne-Marie Tomchak is a journalist, broadcaster and founder of ShareJoy. Her former roles include editor-in-chief at Mashable and digital director at British Vogue. Hailing from Drumlish in Longford, Anne-Marie is an amazing person who has proven to be extremely successful. She is not only an inspiration for any young journalist starting out, but is very…
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Alfonso Films: The Future of Irish Filmmaking
Alfonso Films is comprised of the vibrant female trio: writer Emma Wall, director Claire Byrne and producer Jo Halpin. Emma’s background is in casting while Claire has experience directing short films and in post-production. Jo also has experience in post-production and has worked as an assistant director on multiple shows and film sets. As the…
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Covid-19 “Incredibly Anxiety Inducing” For Direct Provision Residents
Direct Provision centres were first introduced in Ireland in 2000 as a temporary measure to accommodate people seeking International Protection. However, over 20 years on they are still in operation and the majority are managed on a for-profit basis by private contractors. According to a spokesperson for the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and…
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Don O’Neill: Life, Lockdown And Love
I first met the kind, caring and friendly Irish fashion designer Don O’Neill in 2016, when I was fortunate enough to become a Public Relations intern with his fashion brand ‘THEIA’ in New York City for six months. I recently reached out to Don to catch up and he spoke to me about the moment…
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Glamour at the Golden Globes 2021
A virtual red carpet you say? Old Hollywood Glamour? It’s the 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards ceremony! The event, hosted by Tina Fey and Amy Poehler from socially distanced stages, certainly did not disappoint. It was held in a hybrid format – alternating between New York’s Rainbow Room, the Beverly Hilton in LA and the stars’…
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