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<p>It can be helpful to be familiar with key measures for good health so you can set yourself New Year health goals, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: How to identify areas of your health that need improving

Fri, 08 Jan, 2021

From BMI, to blood pressure, cholesterol and more, Dr Michelle O'Driscoll says it is important to know the key measures for good health

<p>Make your physical and mental health a priority regardless of where you find yourself, this January, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Feeling burned out or blessed during this lockdown?

Thu, 14 Jan, 2021

People are experiencing different responses to the latest lockdown, as Dr Michelle O'Driscoll explains

<p>Psoriasis can occur on any area of the body, but presents most commonly on knees, elbows, lower back and scalp. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: How to manage Psoriasis

Fri, 22 Jan, 2021

In her weekly column, Dr Michelle O'Driscoll talks about the skin condition Psoriasis

<p>"Brain scans (CT or MRI) help to determine the type of stroke, the area of the brain affected and how severe the damage is. They should be conducted within 24 hours," says Michelle O'Driscoll.</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Recognising a stroke early is vital

Fri, 29 Jan, 2021

Time is of the essence in the recognition and treatment of stroke, because the longer the brain is left with an inadequate blood supply, the more serious the consequences, so says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

<p>There are about 2,500 cases of lung cancer every year, and 1,800 deaths. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: Lung cancer kills 1,800 in Ireland every year

Thu, 04 Feb, 2021

In her weekly column, Dr Michelle O'Driscoll looks at the causes and symptoms of lung cancer

<p>Cheerful young lady smiling to her boyfriend while sitting near the bed next to him Couple talking Couple chatting Picture Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: How to engage in mindful communication

Fri, 12 Feb, 2021

Your communication with a person - be it your partner, boss, or other - can steer the course of that relationship.

<p>Finding the right balance is key, when it comes to boundaries. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: How to develop healthy boundaries

Thu, 18 Feb, 2021

Boundaries are vital to protect our wellbeing, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll in her weekly column

<p>Symptoms of heartburn can range from being quite mild to very severe. Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: How to deal with heartburn

Fri, 26 Feb, 2021

Acid reflux can become such a regular part of people’s lives that they stop even questioning why it’s there, writes Michelle O'Driscoll

‘If I have an opinion, I will not be silenced...’

Mon, 08 Mar, 2021

We continue our series marking International Women's Day, today, March 8

<p>"Lift one another up through these final weeks and months, and cheer one another over the finish line. It will emerge in front of us soon." Picture: Stock</p>

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll: A time to celebrate all the women in our lives

Mon, 08 Mar, 2021

In her weekly column Dr Michelle O'Driscoll reflects on the accomplishments, strengths and unique contributions women make - to mark International Women's Day

<p>Motherhood has pushed every button, stretched every boundary, tested every limit. Picture: Stock</p>

Motherhood is both the greatest of gifts and the greatest of challenges

Fri, 12 Mar, 2021

In her weekly WoW! column, Michelle O'Driscoll reflects on motherhood, ahead of Mother's Day

<p>People have enjoyed more time outdoors, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll. Picture: Stock</p>

What we've loved and loathed about lockdown

Wed, 17 Mar, 2021

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll asked people to tell her what they have loved about the last 12 months and what they feel they have lost

<p>Endometriosis cannot be prevented, but management of it involves reducing the levels of oestrogen in the body where possible to keep the tissue lining thinner.</p>

What is endometriosis and are you a sufferer?

Sun, 11 Apr, 2021

It is more likely to present in your 30s or 40s, and is more likely to strike if you've never had children, says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

<p>It takes 21 days to form a habit. Picture: Stock</p>

Advice on breaking and making habits

Fri, 16 Apr, 2021

In her weekly column Dr Michelle O'Driscoll looks at how we can make and break habits that will boost our wellbeing

<p>Cork soccer player Michelle O'Driscoll is now based in El Paso in Texas but has suffered a cruciate injury.</p>

'Stick with your goals when things go wrong because it makes success all the sweeter...'

Thu, 15 Apr, 2021

Michelle O'Driscoll is determined to bounce back from injury setback

<p>Cystitis occurs more commonly after sexual activity, and in pregnancy. Picture: Stock</p>

What to do if you are suffering from cystitis?

Fri, 23 Apr, 2021

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll shares her advice if you are suffering from a UTI.

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Let’s teach our children that they are perfect.... Just as they are

Thu, 29 Apr, 2021

As a mum to two small children, I fear the world they face into; its fickleness, unforgiving nature and cruel aspects, so says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll

<p>Nicotine is incredibly addictive, making smoking cessation a huge achievement for anybody who manages to quit. Picture: Stock</p>

How to break the cycle if you want to quit smoking...

Fri, 07 May, 2021

Dr Michelle O'Driscoll runs through the different sages of smoking cessation in her weekly column

<p>"What impacted me the most was that period of labouring alone as my husband waited outside, staying in contact with him between contractions," so said Michelle. Picture: Stock</p>

We need to do better for women at this vulnerable time

Wed, 12 May, 2021

In her weekly column Dr Michelle O'Driscoll recalls her own recent pregnancy and labour during Covid restrictions and said we have to do better by women

<p>Without sufficient sleep, our cognitive processing declines, we become more irritable, and our energy levels dip, says Michelle. Picture: Stock</p>

Struggling to sleep... Dr Michelle O'Driscoll shares some tips

Fri, 21 May, 2021

Without sufficient sleep, our cognitive processing declines, we become more irritable, and our energy levels dip, so says Dr Michelle O'Driscoll in her weekly column