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Issue 31 August 2026

Podcast Returns with New Video Episode on Starting Primary School

After a summer break, the HSE Talking Health & Wellbeing Podcast is back with a new season of conversations designed to support people in making positive choices for their health and wellbeing. The first episode of the new season focuses on a milestone that many families across Ireland are preparing for right now: starting primary […]

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Issue 31 August 2026

Upcoming Health & Wellbeing Webinars

HSE Health & Wellbeing Annual Report 2025 WebinarJoin us on Wednesday 2 September, 11:45am – 1pm, for the launch of the HSE Health and Wellbeing Annual report for 2025. The webinar will provide an overview of the work delivered during 2025, as well as an update on current/future initiatives, across our policy priority areas such […]

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Issue 31 August 2026

Sláintecare Community Food & Nutrition Workers: Supporting Healthier Food Choices

Community Food & Nutrition Workers (CFNWs), funded by HSE Health and Wellbeing, are working alongside disadvantaged communities to improve health and wellbeing in designated Sláintecare Healthy Community areas by addressing poor diet and food insecurity. CFNWs support individuals, families and community groups experiencing health inequalities. The role recognises that healthy eating is influenced by more […]

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Issue 31 August 2026

Wellbeing Training for Schools – Booking Now Live

HSE Health and Wellbeing training for teachers is now open for booking using the links below. This training has been developed to support teachers to take evidence-based approaches to promoting wellbeing in their school community. The training programme enables teachers to develop their skills and confidence for facilitating learning related to SPHE, so that they […]

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Issue 31 August 2026

On Feirm Ground 2: Award-Winning Support for Farmer Wellbeing Expands this Autumn

On Feirm Ground 2 (OFG2), the award-winning training programme supporting farmer health and wellbeing, is expanding its reach this Autumn/Winter, with new workshops now open for registration across the country. OFG2 recently won the AONTAS Shooting Star Award 2026, recognising its impact on farming communities nationwide. What is On Feirm Ground 2? Farmers in Ireland […]

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Issue 31 August 2026

Vaping Prevention at the Ploughing Championships

The HSE is taking its national vape prevention campaign to the National Ploughing Championships to engage directly with young people, parents, and rural communities. The “Take a Deep Breath” campaign aims to arm young people, parents and influential adults with the facts about vaping, to help facilitate meaningful discussions. 75% of teenagers say that their […]

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Issue 30 June 2026

Balancing Stress takes home Bright Spark Award

The Balancing Stress programme was developed by HSE Health and Wellbeing in partnership with HSE Psychology to support mental wellbeing across Ireland. It provides accessible, evidence-informed supports to help people understand and manage stress in their everyday lives. The programme focuses on building awareness, strengthening coping skills, and encouraging small, practical actions that support positive mental health […]