HorizonsWater talk in Temple Bar: Water - the Defining Crisis of the 21st Century: How Should We Respond? is the title of a talk by …Sat Oct 13 2007 - 01:00
Calls for study into benefits of consuming oily fishFood and nutrition experts have called for an official review of the recommendation that pregnant women eat no more than two …Tue Oct 2 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsLet's move heaven and earth Climate change experts are predicting that there will be 150 million environmental refugees by the…Sat Sep 29 2007 - 01:00
Irish people suffer highest number of minor ailments in Europe, says studyIrish people suffer from the highest number of minor ailments, such as stomach upsets, coughs and sore throats, compared with…Tue Sep 25 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsRebel wheels lead the way: The Rebel Pedal Parade in Cork city next Saturday is probably the most inspired Irish response to…Sat Sep 15 2007 - 01:00
Solutions do not lie with gurus, says expertPeople are looking to a "wild assortment of gurus of fashion, diet, health and spirituality" for answers to their problems, according…Tue Sep 11 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsBuilding carbon neutrality: A scaled-down version of an eco-house powered solely by renewable energies will be one of the attractions…Sat Sep 8 2007 - 01:00
Rude Health Show attracts 6,000 visitorsTeenagers, parents and older people displayed their interest in healthy foods, food supplements and complementary therapies as…Tue Sep 4 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsBest foodie fest in the west The North West Food Fest, incorporating the seventh Organic Fair at the Organic Centre, Rossinver…Sat Sep 1 2007 - 01:00
7,000 sign petition against removal of high-dose vitamins from health storesUp to 7,000 consumers have signed a petition against the impending removal of high-dosage vitamins and minerals from Irish health…Tue Aug 21 2007 - 01:00
Three out of four say depression is very disruptiveThree out of four adults say that depression is a very disruptive illness, according to a new survey of people's attitudes and…Tue Jul 31 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsDon't forget your tent More than 5,000 non-biodegradable tents and nearly as many sleeping bags are abandoned each year at Irish…Sat Jul 7 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsThe price of Spanish oranges: The changing mindsets of many farmers across Europe is captured well in a story about orange farmers…Sat Jun 30 2007 - 01:00
LifelinesHOMEOPATHY CONFERENCE: The 14th International Conference on Homeopathy takes place at the NUI Galway from Friday, June 22nd, …Tue Jun 19 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsProtecting the farmers' market Farmers' markets are a growing phenomenon across the country as more and more people search for…Sat Jun 16 2007 - 01:00
'Superfood' drive a winner as people change dietTwo in every five people have made positive changes to their diets in the past six months, according to new research.Tue Jun 5 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsHabitat and bird laws Our natural heritage has been under appreciated by previous governments and an effective system of strict…Sat Jun 2 2007 - 01:00
Des res designsHorizons: Architects, planners, artists and designers will gather to discuss the social, environmental, economic and aesthetic…Sat May 12 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsOPW plans to improve park life When a transport study commissioned by the Office of Public Works found that about 10 million…Sat May 5 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsOPW plans to improve park life When a transport study commissioned by the Office of Public Works found that about 10 million…Sat May 5 2007 - 01:00
Women face 'conveyor belt' during childbirthWomen are being pushed through a "conveyor belt" type system when giving birth because of staff shortages and lack of resources…Tue May 1 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsThe council's five-year vision: Working to ensure that the management of landscape, biodiversity and archaeological resources…Sat Apr 28 2007 - 01:00
Campaign to raise breastfeeding ratesA new campaign to increase breastfeeding rates by 2 per cent a year over five years was set in motion yesterday.Tue Apr 24 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsEarth Day unites faith leaders: Thousands of faith leaders around the world are using tomorrow's celebration of Earth Day to…Sat Apr 21 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsEco-friendly Fingal: Fingal County Council is one of the most environmentally aware county councils in Ireland, with well-developed…Sat Apr 14 2007 - 01:00
Choice of hospital affects likelihood of CaesareanNon-emergency (elective) Caesarean sections are highest in Kerry General Hospital, at 28 per cent, and Mount Carmel Hospital …Tue Apr 3 2007 - 01:00
HorizonsCancel out your carbon: Do you see carbon-offsetting as the ultimate guilt-free solution to global warming? Or put simply, next…Sat Mar 31 2007 - 01:00
Restoration eco-dramaHorizons: A new information hub for individuals, community groups, businesses and government agencies keen to find out more …Sat Mar 24 2007 - 00:00
GPs to prescribe self-help library books to patientsA scheme which lends self-help books to people with mild to moderate mental health problems is about to begin in Dublin's north…Tue Mar 13 2007 - 00:00
Pharmacists warn against internet slimming pillsIrish pharmacists are warning people against purchasing slimming pills over the internet, following calls for public education…Tue Mar 6 2007 - 00:00
LifelinesCHARITABLE BOOKS: Books for Hospitals is a charity which aims to make bookshops a focal point to help local communitiesTue Mar 6 2007 - 00:00
HorizonsHow to vote with your wallet Can you really change the world just by buying certain foods? This question is put to readers of…Sat Feb 24 2007 - 00:00
Child's play to appreciate artThere is an explosion in children's art initiatives and small kids are 'hungriest for imaginative stimulation', writes Sylvia…Wed Feb 21 2007 - 00:00
LifelinesHEALTHCARE INFECTIONS: Healthcare infections affect at least one in 20 patients admitted to hospitalTue Feb 13 2007 - 00:00
HorizonsEPA seeks your input: "We need to know what environmental priorities the public would like to see addressed and what steps might…Sat Feb 10 2007 - 00:00
HorizonsEPA seeks your input: "We need to know what environmental priorities the public would like to see addressed and what steps might…Sat Feb 10 2007 - 00:00
In search of the holy grail of successful dietingSylvia Thompson checks out the new titles and finds that behind the glossy covers, there is a lot of sensible advice on healthy…Tue Jan 30 2007 - 00:00
Reading between the lines for a slimmer youAn overview of some of this year's range of dieting books.Tue Jan 30 2007 - 00:00
HorizonsNot just any old Iron: Last year, an exhibition of the bodies of four Iron Age men discovered in bogs around the country provided…Sat Jan 13 2007 - 00:00
A SUMMARY OF A VISION FOR CHANGEA Vision for Change, the mental health policy document published in January, was the first mental health policy document published…Tue Dec 19 2006 - 00:00
HorizonsEU to regulate toxins Legislation to force manufacturing companies in Europe to use less-harmful chemicals is close to becoming…Sat Dec 9 2006 - 00:00
HorizonsIt's no waste of energy Are you interested in making your home one of the most energy-efficient in the country?Sat Nov 18 2006 - 00:00
Gut-busting Dublin Bus drivers lose their spare tyres on the dance floorBus drivers across Dublin city are learning to dance in an innovative project to increase physical fitness levels among this …Tue Nov 14 2006 - 00:00
HorizonsWhen the Tiger is gone: After the Boom: How Energy Efficiency Will Save the Irish Economy from Recession , is the provocative…Sat Nov 4 2006 - 00:00
HorizonsPlans not coming together: Ireland lags behind our European neighbours on planning issues, according to Michael Starrett, chief…Sat Oct 28 2006 - 01:00
HorizonsEU green agenda kicks off The EU's Energy Efficiency Action Plan, released yesterday is the biggest step taken by the European…Sat Oct 21 2006 - 01:00
HorizonsEthanol - fuel for thought: As policymakers and politicians reflect on the Government's first Green Paper on Energy, released…Sat Oct 7 2006 - 01:00
Expert warns of rising levels of diabetesPatients must take responsibility in managing their condition if rising levels of diabetes type II - the most dangerous form …Tue Oct 3 2006 - 01:00