Tag Archives: Irish

Australian woman wakes up with Irish accent after throat surgery

Luck of the Aussie? An Australian woman has gone viral on TikTok after claiming that she woke up with an Irish accent following tonsil surgery. Angela Yen, 27, had a tonsillectomy on April 19 and was confused when her Aussie accent reportedly turned into an Irish brogue 10 days after the procedure. “I’ve never been… Read More: Australian woman wakes up with Irish accent after throat surgery »

Less than half of Irish adults will get flu vaccine study shows

According to a study carried out by Lloyds Pharmacy 46% of Irish adults said they are planning on getting the flu vaccine this year. Research shows, 74 per cent of adults claim that the COVID-19 pandemic has made them more aware of the importance of being vaccinated against viruses. However, 46 per cent of adults… Read More: Less than half of Irish adults will get flu vaccine… »

New study shows that one third of Irish people exercise every day

Independent research experts iReach have released findings from a survey they carried out prior to the COVID-19 restrictions in Ireland. The survey, which was carried out on behalf of leading protection specialist Royal London, asked over 1,000 adults nationwide if they exercised regularly and if so, how often. 33% of respondents said they did in… Read More: New study shows that one third of Irish people exercise… »

Irish pharmacies encouraging men to speak up during International Men’s Health Week

This week is International Men’s Health Week, so the Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU) has encouraged men to visit their local pharmacy for practical advice on a range of topics from health issues to fitness and nutrition. According to community pharmacist and IPU member Tomás Conefrey, “Men can often ignore concerns and miss signs of potentially… Read More: Irish pharmacies encouraging men to speak up during International Men’s… »