Sylvia Thompson

Social Enterprises: A series reviewing endeavours attempting to enhance the lives of people with diverse needs

‘Artists communicate complex science in a visual way — reaching out to people with their heartstrings’

Some experts suggest a more personalised approach to managing this chronic health condition is urgently needed

Taking a ride on one of the city’s iconic tiny yellow trams is a good way to get a first impression of the landmark features

In Ireland, about 40,000 people suffer from IBD — almost three times the number deemed to have it 10 years ago

Studies have found yoga to be beneficial for conditions including post-traumatic stress disorder, insomnia and generalised anxiety disorder

The Ethos programme is used in several Australian hospitals to deal with bullying, harassment and discrimination

Social Enterprises – a series that looks at how different social enterprises work to enhance the lives of people with diverse social, physical or psychological needs

‘80% of Irish timber is exported to other countries (mainly England) where much of it is used in timber framed buildings,’ construction expert says

Social Enterprises: a series that looks at how different social enterprises work to enhance the lives of people with diverse social, physical or psychological needs

More property owners will need to retrofit to meet Government target of retrofitting 500,000 homes by 2030

Dublin’s city centre park joins Central Park and Regent’s Park in having a specially tailored Soundwalk composition designed to enhance the visitor experience

Genetics is no longer a new frontier of medicine, yet testing and counselling can be a very stressful experience for families

Irish activists, environmentalists, thinkers and doers on the actions and initiatives that give them hope for our future on planet Earth. Illustrations by Anne O'Hara

Most traditional regional cuisines were health-enhancing before they became tainted by Western foods and eating habits