HSE Ireland

A family walk on a trail together. The text reads, "Keeping well this winter. Visit hse.ie for more information."

There are lots of things you can do to help keep well this winter.
➡️ Clean your hands properly and regularly
➡️ Stay at home if you are sick
➡️ Eat a healthy, balanced diet
➡️ Take time for regular physical activity
➡️ Stock up on over-the-counter medicines
Visit our website for more: bit.ly/4oicYqW

On #InternationalMensDay, we acknowledge the dedication, professionalism and commitment of every man in #OurHealthService. Whatever your role is, it's important and we thank you.

Today is European Antibiotic Awareness Day. Dr Paul Ryan, GP speaks about the importance of addressing the growing threat of antibiotic resistance and explains what we can all do to prevent it.

➡️ bit.ly/49qTTiD

#EAAD | #KeepAntibioticsWorking

Flu and COVID vaccines are safe, effective and free for many people.
For more information speak to your GP or pharmacist or visit
www2.hse.ie/conditions/f...
#flu #vaccination @hselive.bsky.social

Today is #WorldCervicalCancerEliminationDay.
Ireland is working on eliminating cervical cancer by 2040. With HPV vaccination, regular cervical screening and early treatment, we can make cervical cancer rare in every community.

Find out more: bit.ly/4oLHZoo

#TogetherTowardsElimination

Diabetes is a condition that causes a person's blood glucose (sugar) level to become too high.
Find out how you can manage your #diabetes and what you can do to lead a healthy life: bit.ly/4oHFHXn
#WorldDiabetesDay

#Pneumonia is inflammation (swelling) of the tissue in one or both lungs. It's usually caused by a bacterial infection. Pneumonia affects around 8 in 1,000 adults each year.

Learn about the diagnosis, treatment and causes of pneumonia on our website: bit.ly/495ao3K

#WorldPneumoniaDay

The RSV immunisation protects babies from serious illness.
Book your baby’s appointment now for immunisation up to December 12th.
Visit www2.hse.ie/conditions/r...
#rsv #immunisation @hselive.bsky.social

1 in 7 women in Ireland will be diagnosed with breast cancer.
Treatments and survival rates are better than ever, especially when cancer is found early.
For more information on the symptoms to look out for, visit our website: bit.ly/4nYst7z

A man getting an x-ray of his arm in an injury unit. The text says 'Injury units, for broken bones, sprains and minor burns'.

This #Halloween weekend, know where your nearest injury unit is. Injury units treat recent injuries (less than 6 weeks old) that are not life-threatening and unlikely to need admission to hospital. For example, broken bones, sprains, and minor burns.

Find your nearest injury unit: bit.ly/4hF4yIA

If you think you or someone else is having a stroke, act fast.

Dial 999 or 112. Every second counts.

Think F.A.S.T. Face. Arms. Speech. Time.

➡️ bit.ly/4nx25RM

#WorldStrokeDay

A green background, with white writing that says: anyone can be a target of spiking. Spiking is never your fault. But there are things you can do to keep yourself and others safe. Keep your drinks close to you at all times - do not leave them unattended. Buy and pour your own drinks. Look out for your friends and their drinks.

#Spiking is when someone gives another person drugs or alcohol without their knowledge or consent.
If you think you or someone you’re with has been spiked, get help from someone you trust straight away and go to a safe place: bit.ly/47qpWhb

You can’t see bacteria, so how clean are your hands?

Take a look at our hand hygiene information to find out how to help stop the spread of bacteria and viruses: bit.ly/4725naK

#HandHygiene | #InternationalInfectionPreventionWeek

Young people under age 18 are vaping, but not everyone knows what’s inside. Learn what's in your vape and it's negative effects at hse.ie

Anxiety, stress, or low mood don't always need big changes. Small, consistent steps often make the difference.

Learn more at YourMentalHealth.ie

#WorldMentalHealthDay

Children are twice as likely as adults to catch the flu. The nasal spray flu vaccine helps to protect children against flu. It is safe, effective and available now for children aged 2 to 17.

Book an appointment with your GP or pharmacist: bit.ly/42oEuLt

#FluVaccine

A family at the beach, smiling for a photo. The text says 'Top-up your protection, flu and COVID-19 vaccines'.

Top-up your protection this winter with the flu and COVID-19 vaccines.

See what vaccines are recommended for you: bit.ly/4mMui6G

#FluVaccine | #COVIDVaccine

Do you know the symptoms of a heart attack? If you suspect the symptoms of a heart attack, dial 999 or 112 immediately and ask for an ambulance.

#HeartAttack | #HeartMonth

Talking isn't something to be embarrassed about. It helps. Find out today how you can get 6 free therapy sessions: bit.ly/4nyZgzY

#MensMentalHealth | #MentalHealth

A woman on her phone and the HSE Health App image on a phone. The text says The HSE Health App puts your health in your hands. And also More appointments now available to view in the app.

The HSE Health App continues to grow. The latest new features include:

✅ Healthcare and BreastCheck appointments
✅ Pregnancy week-by-week information
✅ Local health services finder and more

📲 Download via the App Store or Google Play.
More information: hse.ie/health-app

You never know how much your check-in could mean. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay | yourmentalhealth.ie

A stroke is a life-threatening medical condition.

The second you suspect a stroke is the second you dial 999 or 112.

Think F.A.S.T. Face. Arms. Speech. Time.

For more information, visit: bit.ly/4pdln0r

The text 'migraine triggers' with an animated image of a head surrounded by the words 'chocolate, screens, weather, alcohol, bright lights, stress, smoking, strong smells, caffeine, tiredness'.

It is #MigraineAwarenessWeek. Find out what causes migraines, how to prevent them and what’s the best way to treat them: bit.ly/465zc8w

We will be at Electric Picnic 2025 offering drug information, support and our back-of-house drug checking service to identify what drugs are in circulation.

Chat with our teams on outreach and visit us at the Drugs.ie tent.

A drawing of a signpost. The signs have "apprenticeship, college, gap year, job and PLC course" on them. The text below the image reads "It's okay if you don't have everything figured out right now."

You might feel stressed or anxious today. No matter what your results, you deserve to celebrate your hard work and look forward to the next chapter. Remember there’s always someone to talk to and extra support available: yourmentalhealth.ie

#LeavingCertResults

A photo of Dr Abigail Collins. The text says ‘Back to School, Talking Health and Wellbeing, Episode Number 108. This episode covers back-to-school preparation, managing anxiety, health essentials, sleep and screen time, nutrition, physical activity and communication with school’. The HSE and Healthy Ireland logos are in the image.

The HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing #Podcast returns this week with a back to school episode, focussed on helping to prepare your child for the school year ahead. Listen for expert advice on how to help make going back to school as smooth as possible. Listen on Spotify: bit.ly/3JKqLI8
#BackToSchool

A man and woman at a concert, they are both wearing bucket hats. The man is looking back towards the camera and smiling. The text says 'Don't look back in anger, bring your bucket hat to the Oasis concert'. The HSE, National Cancer Control Programme and Healthy Ireland SunSmart logos are in the image.

You don’t need to see the sun to be affected by this force of nature. UV radiation from the sun can damage skin even when it's cloudy.

Don't look back in anger, be SunSmart and bring your bucket hat to the Oasis concert.

➡️ bit.ly/41959v8

#SunSmart

Please consider all healthcare options if you need them this #BankHoliday weekend.

Every year, around 60 men in Ireland get cancer of the penis. Washing under your foreskin (if you have foreskin) every day can help to reduce the risk.
Educate yourself about prevention and the symptoms of penile cancer here: www2.hse.ie/conditions/p...

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