Maureen Coleman
Pandemic could have been so much worse says doctor who has critiqued medical profession
ON FEBRUARY 11 last year the World Health Organisation announced the name of a severe new respiratory virus as Covid-19 – just four days after Dr Seamus O'Mahony walked out of Cork University Hospital and into retirement.
Online wellbeing schemes help beat lockdown blues
THE winter lockdown has been challenging for many people but for the elderly the isolated, carers and children, it's been particularly tough.
Derry mother tells of long and bumpy road to son Kian's rare FND diagnosis
WHEN Christine Doherty's middle son began complaining of severe abdominal pain which left him unable to walk or even straighten up sometimes, she had no idea it would lead to a "nightmare" journey to get him a diagnosis.
Stephen Nolan: To suggest I favour one side over the other is ludicrous
WHEN Stephen Nolan's live, interactive television show discussing the hot topics of the day first aired back in 2005, the BBC broadcaster never imagined it would run for 16 years.
Healing therapies saved me says woman who lost family in Co Down fire tragedy
FOR just over 20 years now, Rostrevor model and mum-of-one, Marie Boyle, has practised a combination of energy healing and emotional freedom technique (EFT) which she credits for having helped "save" her.
Glaucoma: Even young people should be aware of risks and get eyes tested
FOR as long as she can remember, chartered accountant Dawn Hopper has had issues with her eyes.
Cancer charities urge: Don't let Covid put you off seeing your GP if you're worried
WITH Northern Ireland now in the third week of the latest lockdown and the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust expecting 'many hundreds' of new Covid cases before the end of January, many people are still reluctant to contact their doctors about non Covid-related medical concerns.
What lies in store for Northern Ireland's fitness industry in 2021?
THE start of a new year normally sees many of us embark on a new fitness regime.
Covid pandemic cash shortfall 'could be catastrophic' for Children's Hospice
WHEN a community nurse first mentioned the Children's Hospice to Lisburn parents Ann Marie and John O'Neill, they reacted with scepticism, even indignation.
Domestic abuse: Need for legislation on coercive control has never been clearer says justice minister
WHEN a memory of a day trip was reimagined by her former partner, Mary began to wonder if she was losing her mind.