Mari O Donovan
@Mariodonovan08
HSE Interim Head of Primary Care Health Region South West All tweets are my own personal views.
Thank you to Shirley O’Shea Senior Health Promotion Officer who delivered a ‘Breast Cancer Awareness’ Workshop to staff of Network 8 around reducing your risk of Breast Cancer, Knowing the signs & symptoms & how to do a Breast self-exam. @hihealthyireland #breastcancer

Thank you to Health & Wellness committee at Caha House who organised very successful Staff Health Checks on July 22nd & 23rd. ➡️⚕️A special thank you to nurses Jennie and Michelle. Pictured here are Primary Care staff Dylan Krug and Brian Hurley with nurse Michelle Hennessy.


➡️➡️➡️Join us for a sun safety webinar for staff on Thursday July 31st 1-2pm. 🌞Please scan the QR code to book or visit bookwhen.com/healthpromotio… @HealthyIreland #Sunsmart 😎🌻⛱️🧴

📍An excellent Community Health Promotion initiative was undertaken by PHN’s & CRGN’s based at Cloyne Health Centre in newly-refurbished HSE Training Room. ➡️Well done to Mairead O’Driscoll PHN organised the day & all who were involved. Great work



➡️To learn more about the benefits of cutting back on alcohol & where to start to feel better physically and mentally visit www2.hse.ie/living-well/al… #askaboutalcohol #alcoholawarenessonalcoholrelatedharm

🗓️Today is #InternationalParamedicsDay 2025 & the theme is #UnityandCommunity. 🙏 We take this opportunity to say thank you to all our paramedics and first responders and the amazing work they do.

📞Are you ready to talk? ℹ️– Whatever you are going through, call these confidential supports any time 24/7 #helpline #helpline @CorkSamaritans @KerrySamaritans @PietaHouse

ℹ️If you or your family feel unwell and need some care, consider all the options @HSESouthWest @HSELive #healthcare #rightcarerightplace

Do you want to quit smoking? 🚭🚬➡️Take back control with free support. Our team will support you every step of the way. ➡️➡️➡️If you’re not sure that you’re ready to quit, you can still call us for advice freephone 1800 201 203.
➡️➡️➡️ℹ️Sarcomas are rare malignant (cancerous) tumours which affect bone, cartilage or soft tissues. About 220 people are diagnosed each year in Ireland with some type of sarcoma. If concerned please visit your GP. visit irishsarcomagroup.ie @IrishCancerSoc

🫶Neglecting our #MentalHealth can be easy, especially since it's not something we are always taught or reminded to prioritise. However, self-care is essential because it helps us to stay mentally and emotionally healthy. 💬Here are 5 tips to help:

♀️🩷Staff are invited to attend a #BeBreastAware FREE workshop 🗓️Wednesday, July 16 📍@ Roseville House, Mayfield 1-2pm. 📩To book email [email protected] Come & learn how to do Breast Self-Check Email [email protected] with enquires #breastcancer @HsehealthW

Macroom CNU staff & PHNs pictured promoting the HSE South West MECC Signposting Resource which has been revised & updated with info on local services to support patients & clients. Get your copy from [email protected] in Cork & [email protected] in Kerry. #MECC

🏃♂️🏃♀️Junior Park Run @ St Marys Health Campus every Sunday @ 9.30am, 📩 register @ parkrun.com, family friendly 2k events for 4-14 years & adults can join in too #ParkRun @campus25460

Introducing Alison, Paediatric Occupational Therapist in North Kerry CHN1. #hsesouthwest #chn1 #occupationaltherapy #meettheteam
➡️There was a fantastic turnout for the Men’s Health Awareness Event in Killorglin on Wed. 11th June. ⚕️Over 30 different HSE services & supports were in attendance & CPR training was provided on the day. Thanks to all involved and to all who attended.



Delighted to attend the opening of Cork City Migrant Hub with outgoing Lord Mayor in South Parish today #Cityofwelcomes #refugeeweek2025 #community as a super power @HSESouthWest, @corkcitycouncil @CorkCityPartner @CorkMigrant




Well that’s a wrap on the 2025🙌🎉🎊 #StepstoHealth challenge. Hope everyone is feeling healthier & has enjoyed the challenge! Well done to all involved Why not send a selfie or team photo to [email protected] @healthyireland #everymovecounts

➡️Protecting your skin from the sun no matter where you are or why you are outdoors can reduce your risk of skin cancer. The best ways to protect your skin is to follow the #SunSmart 5 S’s Slip Slop Slap Seek Slide @HSELive @hseNCCP #SunSmart 😎⛱️🌞
