Rural Life
The Fit Farmers' programme continues to build momentum in supporting farmer health, expanding into Westmeath and Leitrim.
The nurse behind the Fit Farmers' initiative has worked with Expert Self Care Ltd to bring the Fit Farmers' app to life,
Diabetes Ireland launched a campaign to increase awareness of type 2 diabetes, its symptoms, and risk factors among the farming community.
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has today launched an open call for farmer safety, health and wellbeing projects
Dairy
Eating cheese is good for your heart health, particularly if you are a woman, according to the findings of a new Irish study.
The IFA said that demand for a pilot health check programme for the farming community justifies a wider national rollout.
Agri-Business
The owner of the popular Rumley's open farm just outside Cork city has put the facility up for sale due to health issues, but is hopeful th...
Agri Politics
Health groups representing millions of patients, doctors and nutritionists across the continent...
Around one in five farmers rate their mental health as being poor or extremely poor, according to a new comprehensive independent survey.
Emergency medical response charity CRITICAL is advising farmers to seek medical attention early for all health concerns.
Industry experts will share their insights during a series of farming health and safety webinars which begin this week.
The US EPA has issued an emergency order to stop the use of a pesticide which poses serious risks to unborn babies.
An on-the-spot device to test water for one of the most dangerous types of bacteria has been developed by researchers at University of Galway.
55% of farmers only apply sunscreen once per day, according to new research findings by the University of Galway.
The Irish Cancer Society is urging farmers to protect themselves from sun damage and the risk of skin cancer when working outdoors.
In an effort to address health disparities in rural communities, WiSAR Lab at Atlantic...
N.Ireland
Former Ireland and Ulster rugby prop forward Simon Best has partnered with BHF NI to encourage his fellow farmers to be aware of their heart health.
The availability of enough safe and nutritious food is "key" for a sustainable life and promoting good health, Minister Naughton said.
The fertility issue within the national dairy herd "is solved" and it is time for farmers to focus on breeding for health, according to Siobhan Ring.
Farmers from Glenamaddy and its hinterland celebrated significant health gains at the recent ‘Fit...
The HSE has notified the Veterinary Council of Ireland of an outbreak of corynebacterium ulcerans which produces a diptheria-like toxin.
Working mother turned entrepreneur Rosemary O'Shea founded Tullahay Farm to fulfil her goal of introducing liquid whey to the Irish market.
Farmers from Glenamaddy and its hinterland are invited to register for the upcoming inaugural ‘Fit Farmers’ programme in Co. Galway.
