Podcasts about irish heart foundation

Single-use vapes will be banned in Northern Ireland and the UK from this coming Sunday and the Irish Heart Foundation are calling for legislation to be fast-tracked here. To tell us more Mark Murphy is Senior Policy Manager with the Irish Heart Foundation

Chris Macey, Director of Advocacy and Patient Support at the Irish Heart Foundation, reacts to the Government pausing the progression of legislation banning the sale of energy drinks to under 18s.

An Oireachtas Group will aim to develop a national action plan that will support 15,000 Clare people living with Cardiovascular disease. The group which will specifically focus on heart and stroke issues was established by the Irish Heart Foundation in conjunction with Clare TD Cathal Crowe. The condition accounted for 27% of all deaths in Clare in 2023. Irish Heart Foundation Senior Policy Manager Mark Murphy says most instances of the diseases are preventable.

The actor/writer talks about suffering a stroke last summer aged 38. He's now back to full health, with a very busy schedule including the Eugene O'Brien play ‘Falling to Earth: My Summer With Bowie' and the upcoming movie ‘Saipan' Tour: https://verdant.ie Irish Heart Foundation: https://irishheart.ie/

Sarah Lyons, Korina Duffy and Judith Gilsenan are part of a team of 14 women set to take on an Arctic Challenge in aid of the Irish Heart Foundation. They will be hiking, camping and trekking around the 350km-long Arctic Circle in -20 degree weather.

Dr. Angie Brown from the Irish Heart Foundation, here to share simple but life-saving tips on keeping your heart healthy every day and not just on Valentine's day

Advocacy Campaign Manager, Pauline O'Shea and Patient Champion, Robert Simring join Joe to chat about their experiences with cardiac issues and explain the Irish Heart Foundation's Patient Champions Programme Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, we discuss Heart Health with Janis Morrissey, Director of Health Promotion Information and Training at the Irish Heart Foundation, delving into the causes and risk factors of heart disease and stroke. Janis emphasises the importance of both individual lifestyle changes and systemic policy interventions to improve heart health. She highlights the Irish Heart Foundation's efforts in advocacy, prevention, public education, and support services. For more information go to: www.irishheart.ie or https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/coronary-heart-disease-chd/causes/   To get in touch with the podcast email Healthandwellbeing.communication@hse.ie   Produced by GKMedia.ie

PJ talks to Olga O'Sullivan who swam the Dal Riata challenge in memory of her husband Colm for the Irish Heart Foundation and now is looking for another challenge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listener Siobhan Cunningham got in touch with the show about her story of a cardiovascular misdiagnosis.She joins Andrea to discuss, along with Dr Angie Brown, Medical Director at The Irish Heart Foundation.

2 in 3 adult's over 50 old have High Blood Pressure HALF DONT KNOW IT Get Checked before damage is done . RTÉ sports broadcaster Michael Lyster almost died when he had a massive heart attack but was saved by the quick actions of his wife Anne and journalist friend Vincent Hogan. Michael had a pacemaker fitted within days and was back presenting The Sunday Game within weeks. We asked our team of presenters who would like to conduct the interview with the Irish Heart Foundation and Michael was first with his hand up ! Michael caught up with Dr Angie Brown Irish Heart Foundation Medical Director and consultant cardiologist to share her knowledge ... Every hour someone in Ireland suffers from a stroke. Every day, hundreds of Irish people are diagnosed with heart disease. The lives of these people are often cut tragically short. Many are left disabled. Almost 9,000 people die each year, making heart disease and stroke one of the nation's biggest killers. It shouldn't be this way and this fact forms our reason for being. We are the nation's heart and stroke charity. Since 1966, we've been here, working to save lives and heal hearts. The mission is to eliminate preventable death and disability from heart disease and stroke and to support and care for those living with these life-changing conditions. If you would like to support the Irish Heart foundation .. The Irish Heart Foundation 17-19 Rathmines Road Lower Dublin 6 D06 C780 Tel: 003531 668 5001 www.irishheart.ie

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, host Fergal Fox discusses the importance of planning ahead for healthcare decisions with Caoimhe Gleeson and Suzi Byrne. Caoimhe, the General Manager in the HSE National Office for Human Rights and Equality Policy, highlights the role of Advanced Healthcare Directives under the Assisted Decision-Making Act, enabling individuals to outline their medical treatment preferences. Suzi, a disability activist, stresses the necessity of making healthcare wishes known, especially for individuals with disabilities. The episode emphasises the need for open communication with family and healthcare providers to ensure that one's healthcare preferences are respected and understood. Discussion points include: Advanced healthcare directives, Assisted Decision-Making Act, Understanding capacity, Open communication, Individuals with disabilities, Practical steps, Facilitating discussions. For further information go to the website signposts given during the episode such as the Safeguarding Ireland website: https://safeguardingireland.org/ Check out the information and resources on the Decision Support Service website: https://decisionsupportservice.ie/ Read further about Advance Care Planning with the Irish Heart Foundation: https://hospicefoundation.ie/i-need-help/i-want-to-think-ahead/advance-care-planning/   Produced by GKMedia.ie

Don't fear CPR in cardiac arrest cases ,that's the message from the Irish Heart Foundation as they mark World Restart a Heart Day. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast Brigid Sinnot, Resuscitation Manager at the Irish Heart Foundation.

Don't fear CPR in cardiac arrest cases ,that's the message from the Irish Heart Foundation as they mark World Restart a Heart Day. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast Brigid Sinnot, Resuscitation Manager at the Irish Heart Foundation.

Today on the show - Niamh Smyth discusses FF's bid to protect customers from rip-off ticket prices, the VFI say there's "no profit in pubs" as they call for urgent measures from Govt for the sector and the Irish Heart Foundation call for a ban on smoking in beer gardens / outdoor events Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Murphy from the Irish Heart Foundation, should smoking in beer gardens and other outdoor facilities be banned?Magdalen Rogers, Bantry Hospital needs a dedicated Neurology Department.Geraldine Herbert, Motoring Correspondent on the donedeal report that electric cars are now more affordable.Sean O'Leary who is in the support vehicle for the Malin to Mizen cycle raising funds for Marymount Hospice in memory of their friend.Paul Byrne from tv3 on a breaking news story; a number of firearms incidents in Cork City. Gardai are carrying out searches around the City. Eoghan Corey, Travel Expert, on the possibilities of expansion in Cork Airport.All your pet questions are answered by Jane Piggott of the Island Wood Veterinary in Newmarket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How would you feel about a free workplace health check? In the UK, the NHS are rolling out health checks across several workplaces and are describing it as the ‘MOT' for middle aged people. In doing so, it could stamp out waiting lists and save NHS time in the long run. But, should we consider doing the same here?Clare McKenna is joined by Janis Morrissey, Director of Health Promotion, Information and Training with the Irish Heart Foundation and Moira Grassick, CEO of Peninsula Ireland to discuss.

We speak to Janice Morrissey, Director of Health Promotion, with the Irish Heart Foundation

PJ asks Dr John Sheehan just how dangerous are vapes for teens in the light of calls for help to quit from the Irish Heart Foundation, Spunout and others Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Diarmuid Quinlan G.P., rural practitioners in Ireland need more support.Avril Donlon from the ‘Gum Litter Taskforce'Mark Murphy from the Irish Heart Foundation on the dangers of Vaping for young people.Majella Galvin, Estate Agent, on the housing market.Olivia Kelleher, Freelance Journalist, was at the court house for the appearance of the 16 people accused of anti-social behaviour in Oliver Plunkett Street at the weekend.Advice from Joe Heffernan on how to deal with depression. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ireland is facing an epidemic in the amount of young people vaping. That's according to The Irish Heart Foundation who are calling for the government's support in helping young people get off nicotine Speaking to Shane this morning was Chris Macey, Irish Heart Foundation's Director of Advocacy.

Ireland is facing an epidemic in the amount of young people vaping. That's according to The Irish Heart Foundation who are calling for the government's support in helping young people get off nicotine Speaking to Shane this morning was Chris Macey, Irish Heart Foundation's Director of Advocacy.

The Minister for Health plans to bring in laws to raise the legal age for buying tobacco from 18 to 21, as well as further legislation to make it harder to buy disposable vapes. Treasa spoke to Mark Murphy, Advocacy Manager - Environmental Health and Tobacco with the Irish Heart Foundation.

Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly plans to go to cabinet tomorrow to seek approval to raise the minimum legal age of the purchase of tobacco products from 18 to 21.Chris Macey, Director of Advocacy for the Irish Heart Foundation, and Ian O'Doherty, Columnist for The Irish Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

The Irish Heart Foundation has launched its ‘Before Damage is Done' campaign this month to encourage adults to get their blood pressure checked. 9,652 lives were lost in Ireland due to heart disease and stroke in 2022, so this year they are combating the silent killer that is high blood pressure.. Joining Kieran is Consultant cardiologist and Medical Director with the Irish Heart Foundation, Dr. Angie Brown.

Chris Macey, Director of Advocacy and Patient Support with the Irish Heart Foundation discusses plans to raise the legal age for buying cigarettes and other tobacco products to 21.

Mark Murphy, advocacy manager for environmental health and tobacco for the Irish Heart Foundation with ASH Ireland, spoke to Jerry about why the legal age of purchasing tobacco should be increased from 18 to 21.

Today on the show - Nursing Homes Ireland outlined why they are calling for a "national conversation" on how we care for our ageing population, the Irish Heart Foundation on the appalling denial of supports for heart and stroke patients and David Cullinane discussed the funding of our health services. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tomorrow will mark 20 years since the smoking ban was introduced in Ireland. The initial outrage slowly turned to acceptance and eventually smoke free sighs of relief. Speaking to Shane this morning Chris Macey, Director of Advocacy and Patient Support, Irish Heart Foundation.

A Clare GP is imploring the government to roll out a mandatory CPR training programme for secondary school students. According to the Irish Heart Foundation, more than 70% of all cardiac arrests take place in the home and if resuscitation is not attempted within 10 minutes, the chance of survival is near zero. In Clare alone, it's estimated that 1,800 people are currently living with heart failure. Ennis GP, Dr Carly Lewis, who saved a male hurling fan's life in Dublin last August after administering CPR, says it's an invaluable skill everyone should know.

Should tobacco sales be phased out entirely?Mark Murphy, Advocacy Manager for Environmental Health and Tobacco with the Irish Heart Foundation, and Colm Burke, TD and Health Spokesperson for Fine Gael, joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

Radical action – similar to Ireland's 2004 ban on smoking in the workplace – is needed to deal with cardiovascular disease and other killer diseases. That's the message in a report today by the Irish Heart Foundation. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast was Dr Eva Orsmond, a Medical Doctor and Specialist in Overweight & Obesity at Dr Eva's Clinics in Dublin & Galway.

The Irish Heart Foundation has made calls for the price of a single cigarette to increase to €1 by 2025 – this comes as smoking rates among teenagers increase for the first time in a generation. Chris Macey, Director of Advocacy at The Irish Heart Foundation spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

September marks the second year of the Irish Heart Foundation's 'Her Heart Matters' campaign, dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular health in women during Heart Month. For more on this campaign, Pat was joined on the show by Orna O'Brien, Irish CORU-registered senior dietitian with the Irish Heart Foundation.

Is vaping worse than smoking? We debate on the show with Dr. Garrett McGovern GP Specializing in Addiction Medication and also Dr. Emmet O'Brien Chairperson of ASH Ireland, Council of the Irish Heart Foundation, and Consultant Respiratory Physician, Beaumont Hospital.

1 in 4 women dies from heart disease and stroke yet research has shown that heart disease in women has been under-researched, under-diagnosed, and under-treated for far too long. This September the Irish Heart Foundation is running the ‘Her Heart Matters' campaign with support of the HSE and Healthy Ireland, to increase awareness of the risk of heart disease and stroke in women and the fact that this risk increases as women enter menopause. Kieran was joined by ambassador for the Irish Heart Foundation's ‘Her Heart Matters' campaign, broadcaster Maura Derrane...

With figures showing that two-thirds of the Irish public want the Government to ban e-cigarettes, we ask if it's time for a harder approach to be taken with Mark Murphy, Advocacy Manager, Environmental Health and Tobacco, with the Irish Heart Foundation, and Joe Dunne, Director of Hale Vaping...

An Adnacrusha woman living with heart failure says that her fellow patients feel 'invisible.' New research from the Irish Heart Foundation has found that more than a quarter of heart failure patients in Ireland feel abandoned after being discharged from hospital and three quarters say their psychological needs are not being met. The IHF will now offer 6 week counselling sessions as a lifeline for people newly diagnosed. Kerry native Pauline O'Shea was diagnosed with heart failure almost 11 years ago, she wants to remind those diagnosed with the condition of the importance of counselling.

Ireland should become the first country in Europe to ban the sale of tobacco to anyone aged under 21. That's the call from the Tobacco 21 Alliance. Dr Emmet O'Brien is a Consultant respiratory physician in Beaumont Hospital and Chair of the Ash Ireland Council of the Irish Heart Foundation and a spokesperson for the alliance spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.

This week on The Live Wire Ronan Lardner spoke with Caitriona Pollard, Health Check Manager with the Irish Heart Foundation. Caitriona outlines the risk undetected high blood pressure can pose for our health and wellbeing. Ronan find out why it is so important to have you blood pressure checked regularly. Listen back here to Caitriona's advice:

Ireland's dietary habits need to change radically according to a new report. We'll get the details with Tim Collins Chief Executive, Irish Heart Foundation.

The Irish Heart Foundation are calling for a higher sugar tax on energy drinks. Speaking to Shane this morning was Donal O'Shea, HSE Lead for Obesity.

Tim Collins, Chief Executive of the Irish Heart Foundation, discusses a new report claiming that almost 1,000 lives a year could be saved on the island of Ireland if authorities adopt and meet WHO guidelines on air pollution.

On today's show Ray is joined by Rebecca Brownie about her new book called Abandoned Ireland, we talk social actions for 2023 with Lorraine O'Connor, Muslim Sisters of Eire, Brigid Sinnott, Irish Heart Foundation, Paul NcKinney, Donor services, Celine Clarke, Age Action and Lee Coates from Thrid Space Coffee and Conoe Pope is back with pricewatch.

Earlier in the week we saw a ban of gambling adverts across the board, on TV, & online. Today there are further calls which echo the same sentiments with calls for a blanket ban of online junk food adverts targeting Irish teens after a study revealed over 57% of Irish teens say online junk food adverts influence their food choices. Jonathan Healy was joined by Chris Macey, Director of Advocacy at the Irish Heart Foundation who launched the ‘Stop Targeting Kids' campaign and Executive of the Irish Coalition for People Living with Obesity Bernadette Keenan...

Stop Targeting Kids- that's the message coming from The Irish Heart Foundation, which want to block junk food advertisers from marketing their products to children Dr. Eva Orsmond, weight loss and a healthy eating specialist at Dr Eva's clinics spoke to Shane with her view on this.

Do children need protection from online junk-food marketing? Joining Pat to discuss was Chris Macey Director of Advocacy at the Irish Heart Foundation.

Now men can often be bad for getting the health NCT and this month the Irish Heart Foundation are encouraging people to get their hearts tested. So we sent a rather nervous Shane along to get tested.