Do you really need 8 hours' sleep every night? A new study shows regularity in your sleep pattern is more important than getting the famed eight hours Sleep • 20 hrs
Do SAD lamps really work when it comes to winter blues? Many people turn to therapy lamps to deal with seasonal affective disorder, but are they effective and how do they work? Health • 29 Nov
How breastfeeding trends in Ireland can be improved Ireland performs poorly when it comes to breastfeeding rates and there is significant work to be done to translate policy into practice breastfeeding • 28 Nov
'Archaic, old school, controlling': do GAA club rules go too far? A social media leak of strict GAA club rules has raised questions about what should be expected from amateur players GAA • 28 Nov
What's the carbon footprint of the meat and veg we eat? Achievable changes to the familiar foods we eat would represent a 25% reduction in emissions from our current eating patterns Food • 14 Nov
All you need to know about high blood pressure Why is hypertension called the "silent killer" - and why is it so relevant to Ireland? Blood Pressure • 14 Nov
Why you're always tired in winter While humans don't hibernate, researchers found that we need more sleep during the colder months of the year Sleep • 08 Nov
Why neurodiversity is a superpower in the workplace Society's view of neurodiversity is often directed towards the challenges, but this doesn't show the value of neurodivergent strengths Work and careers • 07 Nov
Is it a cold, flu or hay fever? How to tell winter symptoms apart While there is some overlap, there are a few key symptoms to help you distinguish between colds, flu and hay fever Health • 07 Nov
What's a molar pregnancy - and how common is it? It can be challenging for women to explain this complex pregnancy, while grieving a loss and dealing with a cancer risk Health • 06 Nov
How urban noise and bright lights keep city residents up at night Here are some of the steps which a town or city can take to reduce night noise and help its citizens to sleep better Health • 31 Oct
What happens to your body when you run a marathon? Here's how those 26.2 miles affect your body, from heart and joints to sweat glands and blood volume Marathon • 25 Oct
Why watching films could be good for your mental health Because of the effect that films can have, there's growing interest in using them as a therapeutic tool. Psychology • 24 Oct
You've heard of Long Covid, but what about a 'long cold'? New research has found the existence of long-lasting health effects from respiratory infections that are currently going unrecognised Health • 25 Oct
3 tips to beat the psychological challenges of running a marathon Here are some insights from 21 long-distance runners into strategies that could help your marathon performance Marathons • 26 Oct
Why hitting snooze actually isn't bad for your sleep New research shows hitting the snooze button for a few extra minutes in bed isn't a bad thing Sleep • 20 Oct
Why is society so surprised by older people having sex? You'll find few positive depictions of old age sexuality yet research confirms the importance of active sex lives to this cohort Sexuality • 20 Oct
If anxiety is in my brain, why is my heart pounding? A psychiatrist explains the neuroscience and physiology of fear Psychology • 18 Oct
Why do you have so many unread emails? 4 tips to manage the time demands of digital communication when there's just so much to do Psychology • 16 Oct
Is the air quality in your office fit for purpose? A new code of practice for indoor air quality is now in operation so what does it mean for employers and employees? Work and careers • 12 Oct
8 things to know if going abroad for health treatment for a child Travelling abroad for treatment for a child with additional needs is a big decision and often a last resort for families Health • 05 Oct
Ballet flats are back. Here's how they affect your feet There's no definitive evidence to show ill-fitting ballet flats are harmful to foot health, but they can be a problem Health • 05 Oct
Why do breathing techniques stop panic attacks? Abdominal breathing allows you to regain control of a situation that is both terrifying and unrestrained Health • 03 Oct
Why you're more likely to drink when you're happy than when sad There are several possible factors behind the fascinating psychology of why and when we drink Psychology • 27 Sep
Can Dublin's Luas tram tracks be made safer for cyclists? A video analysis of cyclists crossing tram tracks in the city has identified various risk levels and contributory factors Transport • 25 Sep
