Health Service Executive

How does anxiety affect adolescent development? That's one of the key topics up for discussion on this week's HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast with experts Rosemary Kavanagh (Speech and Language Therapist), Niamh Garavin (Occupational Therapist), and Muireann Treacy (Clinical Psychologist). This discussion addresses the swift changes teenagers experience, the effects of anxiety, and the crucial role of clear communication and a supportive atmosphere. The episode also explores co-regulation, the role of social media, and the importance of self-care for parents. Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dNH2pz9e

Top-up your protection this winter. The flu vaccine is recommended for all healthcare workers. The COVID-19 vaccine is recommended for some healthcare workers at risk of serious illness. Any healthcare worker who wants a COVID-19 vaccine can get one. Find your local vaccination clinic: https://bit.ly/3TON8BT

Healthcare workers have a high risk of exposure to respiratory viruses such as flu and COVID-19. The flu vaccine is recommended for all healthcare workers. The COVID-19 vaccine is recommended for some healthcare workers at risk of serious illness. Any healthcare worker who wants a COVID-19 vaccine can get one. Both vaccines are: ➡️ safe and effective ➡️ free for healthcare workers ➡️ available from participating GPs, pharmacies and staff vaccination clinics For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/4jfEqqA

Healthcare workers have a high risk of exposure to respiratory viruses such as flu and COVID-19. The flu vaccine is recommended for all healthcare workers. The COVID-19 vaccine is recommended for some healthcare workers at risk of serious illness. Any healthcare worker who wants a COVID-19 vaccine can get one. Both vaccines are: ➡️ safe and effective ➡️ free for healthcare workers ➡️ available from participating GPs, pharmacies and staff vaccination clinics For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/4jfEqqA

Top-up your protection this winter. The flu vaccine is recommended for all healthcare workers. Getting vaccinated will: ➡️ give you the best available protection against the serious complications of flu ➡️ reduce the chance of spreading flu to patients, colleagues and family who may be vulnerable to serious illness The COVID-19 vaccine is recommended for some healthcare workers at risk of serious illness. Any healthcare worker who wants a COVID-19 vaccine can get one. Flu and COVID-19 vaccines may be available where you work. They're also available for free from GPs and pharmacies. Find your local flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic: https://bit.ly/3TON8BT

In this episode of the Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, we are joined by Dan Kane, Forensic Examiner and Obstetrician/Gynaecologist, and Catherine Marsh, Forensic Nurse Examiner and Clinical Innovation Project Coordinator, to discuss the care and support available following sexual assault. The conversation explores the role of Sexual Assault Treatment Units (SATUs), what people can expect when attending a service and how trauma-informed approaches help ensure compassionate, person-centred care. Dan and Catherine discuss the importance of creating safe and supportive environments, the multidisciplinary nature of SATU services and the range of healthcare, forensic and support options available to those who attend. The episode provides valuable insight for both the public and healthcare professionals, highlighting the importance of awareness, understanding and access to specialist services following sexual assault. Listen on Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jH7yHF