Healthy Fingal

@HealthyFingal

Healthy Fingal sets out to support the implementation of Healthy Ireland across Fingal by addressing healthy inequalities.

Joined January 2020

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536Followers

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 27

World Head and Neck Cancer Day raises awareness about a group of often-overlooked but life-altering cancers. Early detection saves lives — know the signs, get screened, and support those affected. #HeadAndNeckCancer #CancerAwareness #EarlyDetection #WorldHeadAndNeckCancerDay

HealthyFingal's tweet image. World Head and Neck Cancer Day raises awareness about a group of often-overlooked but life-altering cancers.

Early detection saves lives — know the signs, get screened, and support those affected.

#HeadAndNeckCancer #CancerAwareness #EarlyDetection #WorldHeadAndNeckCancerDay

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 26

Alcohol is one of the leading preventable causes of cancer after smoking? In the latest episode of the #HSETalkingHealthandWellbeing Dr. Breeda Neville and Dr. Sheila Gilheaney share valuable insights. bit.ly/4ntmisS

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Alcohol is one of the leading preventable causes of cancer after smoking?

In the latest episode of the #HSETalkingHealthandWellbeing Dr. Breeda Neville and Dr. Sheila Gilheaney share valuable insights.
bit.ly/4ntmisS

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 24

Did you know that UV rays can damage your skin even on cloudy days? UV rays cannot be seen or felt and can pass through cloud cover. Follow the #SunSmart 5 S’s to protect your skin.

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Did you know that UV rays can damage your skin even on cloudy days? UV rays cannot be seen or felt and can pass through cloud cover. Follow the #SunSmart 5 S’s to protect your skin.

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Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 23

Need help? Free support services are here for tobacco, alcohol, and other drug challenges. You’re not alone—reach out today and take the first step toward a healthier you. 💙 @HSELive @HealthyIreland @FingalCounty @EmpowerFingal

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Need help? Free support services are here for tobacco, alcohol, and other drug challenges. You’re not alone—reach out today and take the first step toward a healthier you. 💙

@HSELive @HealthyIreland @FingalCounty @EmpowerFingal

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 22

☀️ Stay safe in the sun with 4 simple tips: 1.👕 Slip into long-sleeved clothing 2.🧴 Slop on sunscreen 3.👒 Slap on a wide-brimmed hat 4.🌳 Seek out shade during peak hours (11am–3pm) Remember: UV rays can be harmful, even when it’s cloudy! #SunSmart @BreakthroCancer

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 21

Strong doesn’t have to mean high intensity. Low-impact workouts are gentle on your joints but big on results. ✨ Build strength ✨ Improve balance ✨ Support recovery Perfect for any fitness level — your body (and mind) will love it. 💪🧘‍♀️

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Strong doesn’t have to mean high intensity.
Low-impact workouts are gentle on your joints but big on results.

✨ Build strength
✨ Improve balance
✨ Support recovery

Perfect for any fitness level — your body (and mind) will love it. 💪🧘‍♀️

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 19

Be #SunSmart This Summer! 🌞 Protect your skin: 🧴 Slop on sunscreen (SPF 30+) 👕 Slip on protective clothing 👒 Slap on a wide-brimmed hat 🕶️ Slide on sunglasses 🌳 Seek shade between 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Enjoy the sun safely — your skin will thank you! #SunSmart #SkinSafety

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Be #SunSmart This Summer! 🌞

Protect your skin:
🧴 Slop on sunscreen (SPF 30+)
👕 Slip on protective clothing
👒 Slap on a wide-brimmed hat
🕶️ Slide on sunglasses
🌳 Seek shade between 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Enjoy the sun safely — your skin will thank you! #SunSmart #SkinSafety

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 18

Ireland’s stunning scenery should be for everyone to enjoy! 🌿 Discover inclusive trails and wheelchair-accessible greenways that open up the great outdoors to all. Plan your next adventure with help from @IrishWheelchair’s guide to #AccessibleTrails. iwa.ie/access-guideli…

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Ireland’s stunning scenery should be for everyone to enjoy! 🌿 Discover inclusive trails and wheelchair-accessible greenways that open up the great outdoors to all. Plan your next adventure with help from @IrishWheelchair’s guide to #AccessibleTrails.

iwa.ie/access-guideli…

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 17

Cycling Without Age is a community-driven initiative offering people with reduced mobility the chance to enjoy the outdoors in a unique way. Several trishaws are available to book across Fingal. forms.office.com/pages/response… @Fingalcoco

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Cycling Without Age is a community-driven initiative offering people with reduced mobility the chance to enjoy the outdoors in a unique way.

Several trishaws are available to book across Fingal.

forms.office.com/pages/response…
@Fingalcoco

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 16

Step away from the screen — your mind will thank you. Unplugging, even for a little while, helps you reset, refocus, and reconnect (with yourself). ✨ Better productivity ✨ Focus on hobbies ✨ More presence Your notifications can wait. 🌿

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Step away from the screen — your mind will thank you.
Unplugging, even for a little while, helps you reset, refocus, and reconnect (with yourself).

✨ Better productivity
✨ Focus on hobbies
✨ More presence

Your notifications can wait. 🌿

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Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 15

Get moving this summer with Fingal Sports Office! Join free outdoor fitness classes at 14 different locations across Fingal — led by expert coaches in a welcoming, upbeat environment. Secure your spot:sports.fingal.ie @Fingalcoco @FingalOffice

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Get moving this summer with Fingal Sports Office!

Join free outdoor fitness classes at 14 different locations across Fingal — led by expert coaches in a welcoming, upbeat environment.

Secure your spot:sports.fingal.ie

@Fingalcoco @FingalOffice

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Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 13

Taking care of yourself isn’t a luxury — it’s a priority. Whether it’s a walk, a nap, a journal session, or just saying “no,” self-care looks different for everyone. ✨ Breathe. Reset. Repeat. #SelfCareMatters #RechargeMode #MindfulMoments

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Taking care of yourself isn’t a luxury — it’s a priority.
Whether it’s a walk, a nap, a journal session, or just saying “no,” self-care looks different for everyone.

✨ Breathe. Reset. Repeat.

#SelfCareMatters #RechargeMode #MindfulMoments

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Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 11

🌍 World Population Day reminds us of the importance of balancing population growth with sustainable development, equality, and access to resources. Learn more: un.org/en/observances…

HealthyFingal's tweet image. 🌍 World Population Day reminds us of the importance of balancing population growth with sustainable development, equality, and access to resources.

Learn more: un.org/en/observances…

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 11

Healthy Fingal and the HSE's Healthy Steps walks took place this week in Balbriggan (Supported by Empower), Blanchardstown and Donabate. 🚶👟 We had had over 80 participants across the 3 walks. It's free to take part, open to all, and a free cupa on completion! @HSELive

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Healthy Fingal and the HSE's Healthy Steps walks took place this week in Balbriggan (Supported by Empower), Blanchardstown and Donabate. 🚶👟

We had had over 80 participants across the 3 walks. It's free to take part, open to all, and a free cupa on completion!

@HSELive

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Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 10

The HSE National Cancer Control Programme is hosting a webinar 'SunSmart for Outdoor Workers' on Wednesday 23rd of July 2025 from 12pm to 1. 15pm. Register for the SunSmart for Outdoor Workers Webinar 2025 here bit.ly/4lkTpOe

HealthyFingal's tweet image. The HSE National Cancer Control Programme is hosting a webinar 'SunSmart for Outdoor Workers' on Wednesday 23rd of July 2025 from 12pm to 1. 15pm.

Register for the SunSmart for Outdoor Workers Webinar 2025 here bit.ly/4lkTpOe

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 9

Quit Smoking for Good — Free HSE Support Available! You’re 4 times more likely to stop smoking with help from the HSE’s Free Stop Smoking Service. 📍 Available in clinics across Dublin North City & County @HSELive @HealthyIreland @you_can_quit

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Quit Smoking for Good — Free HSE Support Available!

You’re 4 times more likely to stop smoking with help from the HSE’s Free Stop Smoking Service.

📍 Available in clinics across Dublin North City &amp; County

@HSELive @HealthyIreland @you_can_quit

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 8

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Dates: Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th July 2025 Times: 09:30 to 16:30 each day Venue: YAP Ireland CLG Head Office. Interested participants are asked to register directly through the following booking link: training.mhfaireland.ie/courses/10-you…

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

Dates: Wednesday 23rd and Thursday 24th July 2025
Times: 09:30 to 16:30 each day
Venue: YAP Ireland CLG Head Office.

Interested participants are asked to register directly through the following booking link:
training.mhfaireland.ie/courses/10-you…

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 7

Stronger core, better posture, calmer mind. Pilates isn’t just a workout — it’s a game-changer for your body and focus. ✨ Improve flexibility ✨ Build strength ✨ Boost balance & breath

HealthyFingal's tweet image. Stronger core, better posture, calmer mind.
Pilates isn’t just a workout — it’s a game-changer for your body and focus.
✨ Improve flexibility
✨ Build strength
✨ Boost balance &amp; breath

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 5

NOW HIRING: The Irish Heart Foundation is seeking a dedicated Support Line Nurse (16 hours/week, maternity-leave cover) to provide compassionate, remote assistance to individuals affected by stroke and heart failure. Read more: irishheart.ie/wp-content/upl… @Irishheart_ie

HealthyFingal's tweet image. NOW HIRING: The Irish Heart Foundation is seeking a dedicated Support Line Nurse (16 hours/week, maternity-leave cover) to provide compassionate, remote assistance to individuals affected by stroke and heart failure.

Read more: irishheart.ie/wp-content/upl…

@Irishheart_ie

Healthy Fingal@HealthyFingal · Jul 4

There is no such thing as a safe suntan. Exposure to UV radiation from the sun damages skin cells, speeds up the visible signs of skin ageing and can increase the risk of skin cancer. Follow the #SunSmart 5 S’s to protect your skin @HSELive

HealthyFingal's tweet image. There is no such thing as a safe suntan. Exposure to UV radiation from the sun damages skin cells, speeds up the visible signs of skin ageing and can increase the risk of skin cancer. Follow the #SunSmart 5 S’s to protect your skin

@HSELive