VET’S VIEW Vet Conal Finnerty says January is a good time of year to take stock of our interactions and behaviours with our pets
New beginnings
Nurturing
Christmas in the bag
BEAUTY Gift sets can make great Christmas presents, and they’re really handy for last-minute shoppers too
My Christmas 2021 wish list
HEALTH Australia-born, Wesport-based physiotherapist Andrew O’Brien has a few requests for Santa – and one big one we’d all love
Oh oh oh for Santa’s powers
DAD DIARY Edwin and his young family get in the Christmas spirit, but lashing rain leaves Dad wishing he was Santa
‘Couch back’ is a thing, and it’s a pain
HEALTH With sofa time set to soar over Christmas, Andrew O’Brien shares some tips on staving off a sore back
A pet for Christmas? It’s all about planning
PETS’ CORNER Vet Conal Finnerty on the many elements to consider if you’re thinking of getting a new pet for Christmas
Live long and prosper
PHYSIO FOCUS Andrew O’Brien on Masters Athletics and how some form of exercise every day will contribute to a longer, healthier life
Weather warriors v rain retreaters
HEALTH Andrew O’Brien has tips for doing exercise in winter, whether that’s outdoors or indoors
Are you having a laugh?
HEALTH Counselling psychotherapist Jannah Walshe on the multiple benefits of bringing laughter into your day
Home-grown goodness
GREEN LIVING McKinley Neal on the search for Irish-grown cereals and plant-based food
Finding your inner Forrest Gump
HEALTH Westport physio Andrew O’Brien on back pain, exercise and what’s right for you