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HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing

Listen to the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast with interviews and insights on the work underway by HSE Health and Wellbeing and their partners to deliver on the Healthy Ireland ambition of supporting, protecting and empowering individuals, families and their communities to achieve their full health potential.

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#130 Managing Low Mood, Depression & Relationships

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2026/02/04

In this week's episode of HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Host Noreen Turley is joined by HSE psychologists Dr Niamh Clarke and Dr Michelle Howard to explore HSE Balancing Stress, a free online programme designed to help people manage stress, low mood, and depression. They share practical approaches including behavioural activation, creating supportive routines, mindfulness, and using positive affirmations to build resilience. The discussion also looks at how stress can affect relationships, and

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38:55

#129 Global Health

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2026/01/28

In this episode of HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing, we speak with Dr. David Weakliam, Director of the HSE Global Health Programme. We explore the importance of global health, highlighting how Ireland’s partnerships with countries like Mozambique, Tanzania, and Sudan help strengthen health systems through training, equipment support, and collaborative initiatives. Dr. Weakliam emphasises the value of mutual learning, trust, and long-term commitment in these partnerships, illustrating how global

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39:24

#128 Loneliness

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2026/01/21

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing podcast, we are joined by Professor Roger O’Sullivan and Professor Brian Lawlor to explore loneliness as a significant health and social issue. The discussion covers the different types of loneliness, its impact on mental and physical health, and the importance of meaningful social connections. The guests highlight the need for tailored interventions, challenge common stereotypes, and share practical steps for individuals and communities to

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31:24

#127 Managing Stress, Anxiety and Worry

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2026/01/14

In this episode of HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Noreen Turley is joined by Dr Michelle Howard and Dr Niamh Clarke, HSE psychologists involved in developing and delivering the Balancing Stress programme. Together they explore sessions 1-3 from the HSE Balancing Stress programme how stress, worry, anxiety and panic can build up in day‑to‑day life, and why recognising personal stress patterns is a key first step in managing them.The episode highlights evidence based tools like Cognitive

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34:25

#124 ALONE & Enhanced Community Care

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/12/10

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, we explore how ALONE and the HSE’s Enhanced Community Care (ECC) programme collaborate to support older adults in relation to many areas of their health and wellbeing and fundamentally to live well at home. Our guests are Catriona Brennan, Candidate, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, frailty, Gail Flynn, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, older persons, and Aileen O'Reilly, Head of Research, Evaluation and policy at ALONE. Through real-life case

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34:34

#123 Spark Innovation Programme: Empowering Staff,...

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/12/03

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, host Noreen Turley welcomes Caitriona Heffernan, National Clinical Innovation Lead and Anna Marie Kiernan, National Nursing/Midwifery Innovation Fellow, from the HSE Spark Innovation Programme. Together, they discuss how Spark empowers frontline healthcare staff to develop and implement innovative ideas that improve patient care across Ireland. The conversation highlights the programme’s support through funding, mentorship, and

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41:53

#122 Breastfeeding: Embracing Support and Building...

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/11/26

In this episode of HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing, host Noreen Turley welcomes Sheila Lucey, an advanced nurse practitioner and infant feeding specialist, for an in-depth discussion on breastfeeding. Sheila shares expert information on the benefits of breastfeeding, preparing before birth, and the importance of early support. The conversation covers practical tips for overcoming challenges, the significance of skin-to-skin contact, and available resources for families. Listeners are encouraged to

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31:11

#121 Movember

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/11/19

In this episode of HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing, host Fergal Fox welcomes Cliona Fitzpatrick from Movember to discuss their recent Report; The Real Face of Men’s Health in Ireland. They explore the impact of Movember’s initiatives, the findings of their new research, and the importance of community-based support. The conversation outlines the need to focus on health inequalities, the role of caregivers, and the need for collaboration across sectors. New HSE supports for men’s mental health are

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41:51

#120 Climate Action in Healthcare

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/11/12

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health & Wellbeing Podcast, host Eamon Keogh talks with Roisin Breen and Dr Ola Nordrum about the HSE’s climate action journey: why healthcare must lead, what the priority frameworks cover, and how staff and leaders can turn strategy into delivery. They discuss the health impacts already seen, practical wins such as Green Theatres, inhaler changes and greener labs, and how the HseLand Climate & Sustainability Learning Hub and regional Green Teams are

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41:12

#119 Supporting Staff with Disabilities in the Workplace

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/11/05

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing podcast, we speak with Gráinne Leach and Kellie O’Farrell to discuss the experiences of people with disabilities working in the health service. Gráinne works as a Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Officer with HSE Human Resources and Kellie works as a Senior Occupational Therapist in Primary Care. The conversation highlights personal journeys, workplace challenges, and the importance of inclusion and reasonable accommodations. Both guests share

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19:16

#118 Stroke Awareness

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/10/29

In this episode we talk to Sinéad Coleman, Programme Manager for the HSE National Clinical Programme for Stroke and Physiotherapist at St. James’s Hospital. We discuss the importance of knowing the signs of stroke and responding immediately, highlighting the “Every Second Counts” and the importance of ringing an ambulance as soon as possible. Sinéad explains stroke symptoms, the urgent care pathway, and prevention strategies, while emphasising that immediate action, calling emergency services at the

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34:44

#116 Fair Deal Scheme

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/10/15

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, we are joined by Ultan Hynes and Amanda Casey to discuss Ireland’s Nursing Home Support Scheme, or Fair Deal Scheme. The conversation explores the emotional and practical challenges families face when arranging nursing home care, the application and financial assessment process, and the importance of advance planning and open family communication. Listeners receive clear guidance on navigating the scheme, with helpful resources and

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33:53

#115 Organ Donation

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/10/08

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing, host Noreen Turley explores Ireland’s new opt-out organ donation system with ICU consultant Dr. Catherine Motherway and Olivia Farrell, whose daughter Lauren became an organ donor. Dr. Motherway explains the new legislation, addresses common misconceptions, and highlights the importance of families having conversations about donation while Olivia shares her moving personal story, showing the comfort, legacy, and life-changing gift of donation

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39:55

#112 Transformation in Irish Healthcare with Dr Colm...

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/09/17

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing podcast, host Noreen Turley interviews Dr. Colin Henry, Chief Clinical Officer of the Health Service Executive. They discuss the ongoing transformation of Irish healthcare, emphasising the shift toward more integrated, patient-centred care. Topics include the vital role of clinical leadership, expanding community-based services, and the opportunities brought about by digital innovation.Dr. Henry highlights the importance of patient

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45:19

#111 Suicide Bereavement

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/09/10

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, host Eamon Keogh talks with Fiona Tuomey, CEO, HUGG, and HSE Suicide Bereavement Co-ordinator Ollie Skehan about suicide bereavement. They discuss how suicide bereavement profoundly affects individuals and communities in Ireland, with each death impacting an estimated 135 people and creating layered grief that includes emotional, practical, legal, and social challenges. The discussion emphasises the need for timely, accurate

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44:15

#110 Managing Parenting Stress

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/09/03

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, host Noreen Turley is joined by clinical psychologist Aisling White and social worker Caroline O’Donoghue to explore parenting stress. The discussion highlights how feeling stressed is a normal part of parenting, its physical and emotional impacts, and practical strategies for self-care and stress management. The guests highlight the importance of self-compassion, open communication, and support networks, while also sharing accessible

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41:49

#108 Back to School

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/08/21

In this podcast episode, Dr. Abigail Collins, Consultant in Public Health Medicine and Clinical Lead for the National Healthy Childhood Programme, shares expert advice on preparing children for the school year. The discussion covers preventing and managing common childhood illnesses and building healthy routines, as well as advice for children who are anxious about going back to school. The episode provides practical tips for parents during the busy back-to-school period. To find advice for parents,

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26:53

#103 Exam Stress Tips

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/05/28

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, Dr. Ciarán Boylan and host Noreen Turley explore strategies for managing exam stress. They discuss how to recognise stress in young people, especially during exam times, and offer advice to parents and guardians on how to provide both practical and emotional support. The conversation aims to help parents and guardians assist young people in effectively navigating the pressures of exam times, as Dr. Boylan shares helpful tips such as

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36:19

#98 Relationships and Sexuality: Talking to Your...

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/04/23

Listen to the latest episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, featuring Moira Germaine, Education and Training Manager with the Sexual Health Programme. Moira tells us about the Making the ‘Big Talk’ many small talks resources, which support conversations between parents and their children about relationships and sexuality. Find out all about the research and rationale behind the new resources, now available on sexualwellbeing.ie. Moira shares her insights from working with a wide

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34:09

#97 parkrun: Fitness, Fun & Friendship

HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing ·

2025/04/16

In this episode of the HSE Talking Health and Wellbeing Podcast, we talk about parkrun, a free, volunteer-led, 5k and 2k events that take place in open spaces every weekend around Ireland. This HSE supported initiative encourages people of all ages to come together to run, walk and talk.We talk about the origins of parkrun and how it has gone from strength to strength, with over 14,000 participants weekly and over 10% of the population registered, it is a community initiative which is open to all

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