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Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Disease After 50: A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

A practical, evidence-informed guide to understanding and managing inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative…

Valentina Ní CríonnaJune 5, 2026

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Understanding Hernias After 50: A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

If you have ever noticed a soft lump near your groin, belly button, or felt…

Valentina Ní CríonnaJune 4, 2026

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Hiking and Hill Walking After 50: A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

A practical guide to hiking and hill walking after 50 in Ireland — trail suggestions,…

Valentina Ní CríonnaJune 4, 2026

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Peripheral Artery Disease After 50: A Practical Guide to Leg Health for Older Adults in Ireland

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) affects one in five people over 60. Learn to spot the…

Valentina Ní CríonnaJune 3, 2026

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Hearing Loss and Brain Health: Why Looking After Your Ears Could Protect Your Mind

Research now shows hearing loss is the single largest modifiable risk factor for dementia. Here…

Valentina Ní CríonnaJune 3, 2026

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Understanding and Managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) After 50 — A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects up to 15% of people in Ireland and can change…

Valentina Ní CríonnaJune 2, 2026

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Acid Reflux and GERD After 50: A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

Acid reflux and GERD become more common after 50. Learn practical lifestyle changes, medication guidance,…

Valentina Ní CríonnaJune 2, 2026

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Understanding and Managing Heart Failure After 50 — A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

Heart failure affects around 90,000 people in Ireland. Learn what it means, how to recognise…

Valentina Ní CríonnaJune 1, 2026

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Gallstones After 50: A Practical Guide to Gallbladder Health for Older Adults in Ireland

Gallstones are one of the most common digestive conditions affecting older adults in Ireland. Learn…

Valentina Ní CríonnaJune 1, 2026

Healthy Ageing

Living Well After a Cancer Diagnosis: A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

A cancer diagnosis can feel like the ground has shifted beneath your feet. Whether it's…

Valentina Ní CríonnaMay 31, 2026

Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Disease After 50: A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

Understanding Hernias After 50: A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

Hiking and Hill Walking After 50: A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

Peripheral Artery Disease After 50: A Practical Guide to Leg Health for Older Adults in Ireland

Hearing Loss and Brain Health: Why Looking After Your Ears Could Protect Your Mind

Understanding and Managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) After 50 — A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

Acid Reflux and GERD After 50: A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

Understanding and Managing Heart Failure After 50 — A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

Gallstones After 50: A Practical Guide to Gallbladder Health for Older Adults in Ireland

Living Well After a Cancer Diagnosis: A Practical Guide for Older Adults in Ireland

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