2 June 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork charity aims to raise €1 million for vital services in 2024 People supported by Cope Foundation will be joining teams of golfers this summer in an effort to raise funds to empower people with an intellectual disability and/or autism. The Cork based charity is hoping to raise... Read More
1 June 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork University Hospital (CUH) has become the first public hospital in Ireland to begin offering Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) to patients with liver tumours. This game-changing radiation therapy may be used to treat patients with medically inoperable primary and secondary liver cancers – completely transforming the treatment... Read More
28 May 2024 By Roger Kennedy roger@TheCork.ie Have you ever caught a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and wondered, “When did I start looking this old?” Or maybe it’s not so much about age, but more about wanting a refreshed, vibrant look. Either way, you’re not alone. We all wish to hold on to... Read More
9 May 2024 By Valerie Ryan valerie@TheCork.ie As May marks Skin Cancer Awareness Month, experts are urging the public to be aware of the dangers of sun exposure, sunbeds and the importance of early detection. According to Dr Shane Redmond of the Rose Clinic, the use of sunbeds can significantly increase the risk of skin... Read More
2 May 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Race organisers have advised that they have already reached 70% capacity for the 2024 Cork City Marathon and all three races are likely to sell out before the closing date on May 26th. The countdown to the highly anticipated Cork City Marathon 2024 on June 2nd is well... Read More
18 April 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Cork City FC has confirmed two new partnerships with local businesses for the Senior Women’s Team. Affidea ExpressCare, located in the Elysian in Cork City, will be the back of shorts sponsor for the Senior Women’s Team for the 2024 season. Affidea ExpressCare’s walk-in service treats patients for... Read More
17 April 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie UPMC Sports Medicine, a renowned leader in comprehensive sports medicine care, has opened a state-of-the-art clinic at the Mardyke Arena University College Cork. This a significant milestone in our commitment to delivering top-tier healthcare services for athletes and active individuals and is the latest clinic addition to the... Read More
17 April 2024 By Elaine Murphy elaine@TheCork.ie Fianna Fáil Cork North West TD and Spokesperson on Public Health Aindrias Moynihan has welcomed Government approval to expand the role of pharmacists to include prescribing of certain medicines. Deputy Moynihan’s Fianna Fáil colleague, Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly TD received the go-ahead from his Cabinet colleagues to... Read More
17 April 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Turn2Me, a national mental health charity, has published five signs of burnout on its website, in the hope of raising awareness of burnout and encouraging people to prioritise self-care. “Burnout has become an increasingly prevalent issue, affecting people across various industries,” Fiona O’Malley, CEO of Turn2Me, said, “As... Read More
15 April 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie We are continuing our efforts to address water discolouration issues in Cork City. Uisce Éireann’s dedicated Water Quality Taskforce is implementing a clear plan which includes increased sampling, targeted flushing programmes and watermains replacement. Regular sampling is already carried out at customers’ taps and on the network, and... Read More
13 April 2024 By Mary Bermingham mary@TheCork.ie Now that the evenings a little longer, many people will be setting themselves a target to take part in a 5km, 10km or even a full marathon. Regardless of the distance, setting a target can give one the motivation to train and prepare for an upcoming event. If... Read More
7 April 2024 By Tom Collins tom@TheCork.ie Last year Chemist Warehouse opened in Ballincollig, as reported on TheCork.ie, it also has an outlet in Mallow. Now, the Australian brand has opened a unit in the Cornmarket Centre, on Cornmarket Street, in Cork City centre. The new store at Cork’s Cornmarket Centre marks the 10th Irish... Read More