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55% of farmers only apply sunscreen once per day - study
55% of farmers only apply sunscreen once per day, according to new research findings by the University of Galway. The...
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Sun protection remains 'critical' for farmers - HSA
As the daylight hours get longer, it is important for farmers to remember that even on cloudy days, sun protection...
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Watch: Calor provides instant hot water solution for Kilkenny dairy farmer
Access to hot water is crucial to Irish dairy farms. All farms require a reliable and consistent method of heating...
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Sun protection warning issued to farmers
Irish farmers are at a higher risk of skin cancer as they work outdoors and are exposed to the sun,...
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Farmers reminded to be 'sun smart' as temperatures soar
Following a Status Yellow high temperature warning being issued by Met Éireann, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is reminding farmers...
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Outdoor workers urged to be 'sun smart' as weather improves
Farmers and other outdoor workers are being reminded to be ‘Sun Smart’ as we approach the warmer months and the...
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Sunsmart: How to 'save your skin' while farming in the sun
Farmers, as workers who spend the majority of their time outdoors, are particularly at risk of skin cancer – and...
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'Sun protection as important as farm safety'
As the summer sunshine continues, so too does Dairygold’s SunSmart farming campaign in conjunction with The Irish Cancer Society, which...
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23% of skin cancer deaths from outdoor and farming sectors
23% of skin cancer deaths in Ireland are from the construction, outdoor and farming industry, according to the Irish Cancer...
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Renowned sheep farming pair trust Tribamec Duo
Tribamec Duo combines Chanelle Pharma’s established products: Animec Oral solution for sheep and Tribex 5% oral suspension for sheep. The...
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More than skin deep: The real risks of sunburn
In light of the current soaring temperatures and searing heat, outdoor workers have been urged to heed warnings on the...
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'The sun exposes farmers to untold risks' - Kilkenny GAA legend
In light of the sizzling sunshine beaming down across the country, Kilkenny hurling legend of agricultural stock, Eddie Brennan, spoke...
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Farmers warned about risk of skin cancer, even on cool days
Some farmers around the country have been left red-faced this week. And it’s all to do with the ‘faux pas’...