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Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland are seeking Puppy Fosterers

2022-04-05T09:57:53+01:00

Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland are always looking for more Puppy Fosterers at AADI AADI writes: Would you be the PAWfect fit? Check out Kipper's journey so far. Mammy Gina gave birth to Kipper and his 11 other siblings in December under the care of fantastic volunteer helpers Lynn and Michael. Since then, Kipper is now a pup in training, learning the tricks and trade of becoming an amazing Assistance Dog. If you feel you can help and be a PAWfect fit, call or message us today by clicking the link below. Source: AADI

Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland are seeking Puppy Fosterers2022-04-05T09:57:53+01:00

Blood donors needed in Cork as supplies veer toward dangerous levels

2024-02-06T08:15:28+00:00

The Irish Blood Transfusion Service has had to turn to the NHS for help as it struggles to keep fresh blood stocks for hospitals EchoLive.ie writes: THE Irish Blood Transfusion Service is looking for blood donors to attend its clinics in Cork in the coming weeks to keep supplies for hospitals at a safe level. The service said that it is struggling to keep fresh blood stocks as Covid-19 case numbers continue to rise around Ireland and that it has had to turn to the NHS in the UK three times in recent weeks for help. Shortly before St Patrick's [...]

Blood donors needed in Cork as supplies veer toward dangerous levels2024-02-06T08:15:28+00:00

E-Scooters, E-Cycles and Hoverboards battery warning

2022-02-11T08:57:28+00:00

Public are warned against dangers of batteries overheating while charging Dublin City Council writes: E-Scooters, e-bicycles and hoverboards are becoming a more regular sight on our streets a roads. They are a fantastic technology, however they do create their own Fire Safety risks. Have a read below how you can avoid a catastrophic fire. For road safety tips using these transport devices on the public road are available from the Road Safety Authority website www.rsa.ie Choosing and buying a model Buy from reputable retailer If you choose to buy online from an auction site or company which is unfamiliar to [...]

E-Scooters, E-Cycles and Hoverboards battery warning2022-02-11T08:57:28+00:00

Enhanced care for children is top priority for CUH

2021-11-25T07:58:25+00:00

Public support is vital to Childrens' Hospital completion The Irish Examiner writes: Anticipation is building among parents of sick children living in Munster as a planning application edges forward for the long-awaited dedicated Children's Hospital at Cork University Hospital. While children are currently being housed in two former adult wards, momentum is building around plans for the €60m purpose-built 78-bed facility, to be located on the existing grounds of CUH. Hospital staff are going to phenomenal lengths to care for their young patients, but they are very aware of the urgent need to upgrade the facilities. Dr Dave Mullane, Clinical [...]

Enhanced care for children is top priority for CUH2021-11-25T07:58:25+00:00

Northside Communities raise funds to commission 2 Defibrillators

2021-11-22T14:20:55+00:00

Generous northsiders dig deep to fund new life-saving defibrillator following appeal Cork BEO writes: The latest ones comes after an appeal by Impact' Our Community Matters who thanked everyone who helped and said they'll also be holding CPR courses over the next few weeks. A new defibrillator has been been installed on the northside thanks to the work of fundraising locals. The life-saving gadget has been put into the Holymount Estate after it was funded by northsiders who put their hands in their pockets to get it in. It's the second one to go into the Knocka/Holyhill area after one [...]

Northside Communities raise funds to commission 2 Defibrillators2021-11-22T14:20:55+00:00

Son inspires Cork couple to launch attire firm to help families of children with special needs

2021-11-19T10:37:07+00:00

AN inspirational Cork couple has found a way to help families of children with special needs to triumph through their new business EchoLive writes: Keeks Accessibles Limited was founded by April and Rob Mullen who were inspired by their eldest son Kian. Kian was born with a rare genetic condition known as FOXG1, meaning he is non-verbal, non-mobile and tube-fed. The couple recently launched the Keeks website providing adaptive footwear and clothing for those with similar conditions to their seven-year-old son. There are many challenges involved in helping Kian live to the fullest, from sourcing equipment and clothing to the [...]

Son inspires Cork couple to launch attire firm to help families of children with special needs2021-11-19T10:37:07+00:00

Go Blue your way for World Diabetes Day

2021-11-11T08:25:25+00:00

What is Diabetes? Diabetes mellitus occurs when the body cannot produce or respond appropriately to insulin, a hormone that absorbs and uses glucose (sugar) as fuel for cells. The stats are staggering: Approximately 30 million Americans (9 percent) have diabetes and another 84 million Americans (26 percent) have pre-diabetes. Diabetes lowers life expectancy by up to 15 years, increases the risk of heart disease by 2 to 4 times, and is the leading cause of kidney failure, lower limb amputations, and adult-onset blindness. That might sound like a lot of bad news, but the important thing to remember: Your diabetes [...]

Go Blue your way for World Diabetes Day2021-11-11T08:25:25+00:00
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Thrilled to be an official Irish Heart Foundation training site

2021-11-09T07:06:13+00:00

Thrilled and over the moon to have been accepted by the Irish Heart Foundation to be one of their official CPR and BLS training sites. Eric Donovan of Rapid Response CPR Training: “I began teaching First Aid back in 2005, I purchased four manikins and borrowed a training defibrillator from a friend and off I went. In 2010 we invested from our personal savings and created Rapid Response CPR Training and we’ve never looked back. I feel this is down to our simple philosophy of taking care of people, by spending time and listening to them, along with giving them [...]

Thrilled to be an official Irish Heart Foundation training site2021-11-09T07:06:13+00:00

Cork set to get four more large scale murals as street art initiative returns

2021-09-28T11:19:44+01:00

Cork city's streetscape is set for another injection of colour with the return of the Ardú street art project EchoLive reports:  The project, which arrived in Cork last year, makes a return to the city from now until October 11 with four more large scale murals planned to brighten up the city centre. "Having made such a positive impact on the city last year, we are excited to be back with another line-up of inspiring artists to transform Cork city’s streets," Ardú organisers Shane O’Driscoll, Paul Gleeson and Peter Martin commented. Last year, seven of Ireland’s most respected and renowned [...]

Cork set to get four more large scale murals as street art initiative returns2021-09-28T11:19:44+01:00

Leesiders baffled as giant cyber trees land on Patrick Street

2021-08-10T10:15:24+01:00

A UCC scientist has accused the council of 'green-washing' and called the 3m high robot trees a waste of taxpayer money Cork Beo reports: Onlookers on Patrick St today were puzzled as council workers installed three giant 'cyber trees' in Cork city centre. Cork city council says the 'new residents' on Patrick St will be "working on pollution and supporting public health." The huge wooden structures are labeled as 'CityTrees', and they are supposed to "filter harmful pollutants out of the air using the superpower of moss." The artificial trees have baffled Leesiders today, and one UCC air quality scientist [...]

Leesiders baffled as giant cyber trees land on Patrick Street2021-08-10T10:15:24+01:00
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