Anyone over three must wear mask outdoors as rules clarified

Dec 10 2021

After Health Minister Chris Fearne announced how mask wearing will be extended to all outdoor public places as of Saturday, the regulations were clarified and revealed that any person over the age of three is legally obligated to wear a mask outside.

Failure to comply could land the person a €100 fine. The new rules were published in a legal notice on Friday, hours before the regulation comes into effect.

The legislation which regulates the use of masks in public had the amendments was first introduced in August of last year. Previously, groups of two vaccinated people or kids under the age of twelve in the company of a vaccinated person could remove their masks when outdoors.

The rules highlight how removing your mask while on the beach or next to an indoor or outdoor swimming pool is not allowed.

The exceptions to outdoor mask wearing previously in place are still applicable. You can therefore remove your mask in public only when speaking to a person who relies on lip reading to communicate, during an official public speaking event provided there is two-meters distance and for identification purposes at banks, the airport or law enforcement officials.

They are also extended for when receiving a medical or cosmetic service involving face or mouth, taking medication, when seated an establishment with food and drinks served and when smoking a lit tobacco product.

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What your favourite burger says about you

Dec 10 2021

You can often decipher people’s character by the clothes the wear, the music they listen to and the food they eat. Taking a look at someone’s order at a restaurant will often tell you whether or not the person is adventurous in their decisions and more often than not, it applies to real life. Whether you’re a basic burger & bun kind of person or go for the triple stack with cheese, bacon and the works; this is what your favourite Burgers.Ink burger says about you.

Ultimate Cheese Burger

An old soul in essence, you are very much like the burger you order: reliable and authentic. You are as genuine as the burger’s 100% beef patty and tend to be a little bit extra on occasion, but that doesn’t stop the ones around you from turning to you time and time again. Beyond that, you are a go-to kind of person who is always the first one to call when trouble arises and people love you for that.

Hell’s Kitchen Burger

Spicy and adventurous; if you order this, you’re probably an adrenaline junkie who likes to live life on the edge. You can probably attribute the spring in your step to the burger’s Devil Sauce and Jalapeños but we’re sure you’re calm when you need to be. You have quite the temper but act fast on your actions, so like the Hell’s Kitchen Burger, people keep coming back for more every single time.

Guapo Burger

Easy-going at times but bold & loud at others, you are the literal life of the party, even though you’re probably always late to that party. Much like the Guacamole and Crispy Chorizo, you value balance over everything and probably work as hard as you play. Your Spotify is always pumping with music, and while sometimes it may be as cheesy as the Guapo Burger’s Mexican Cheese, you’re always vibing no matter where you are.

Avocado Burger

A misunderstood soul, you are the definition of don’t knock it until you try it. People often overlook you at first, but adore your very presence the moment they get to know you and feel like they’ve been missing out their entire life. You’re a vegan or vegetarian who feels like there isn’t enough food for you out there and indulge in the most comforting of comfort foods when you need it, and we’re not judging.

Truffle Burger & Black Duck Burger

Let’s face it, if you order one of these two burgers, you’re either artsy, extra or walk on the fine line between the two. You are a daring individual who constantly searches for what is different in life and the same goes for your burger choices. Whether you go for the truffle mayo-glazed marvel that is the truffle burger or for the posh-but-beastly Black Duck Burger, you are very particular in how you operate but a fan favourite nonetheless.

Which one’s YOUR favourite?

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I encourage people not to smoke, but it’s their decision – Chris Fearne

Dec 10 2021

‘As a person and as a doctor, I always encourage people not to drink or smoke. But at the end of the day, it is their decision to make, and the same applies to cannabis’ said Deputy Prime Minister Chris Fearne.

Speaking at the launch of a mental health initiative to create a home treatment crisis team, the health minister opened up about his opinion when sharing concerns of other doctors on the reform.

He said that the public needs the right material to mark informed decisions within the law’s parameters.

The reform will allow people to possess up to 7g of the drug without criminal sanction. The reform will also allow people to grow up to 4 cannabis plants at home and buy it from regulated clubs. The bill awaits a final vote in parliament on Tuesday.

This follows an urgent request submitted by the Opposition Party to discuss an anti-cannabis petition which proposes several changes to the current Bill.

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Photo Source: Chris Fearne FB, American Heart Association

Fatigue, chest pain or shortness of breath? Here are 5 ways to deal with cholesterol

Dec 10 2021

Cholesterol is the leading cause of heart disease and high blood cholesterol is a major risk factor for coronary heart disease and stroke since it builds up in the walls of arteries causing atherosclerosis.

If you fear dealing with such problems, take care of yourself beforehand! Here are 5 ways of dealing with cholesterol.

1. Know your Cholesterol levels

High cholesterol typically does not cause any symptoms that is why it is important for all people to know their cholesterol levels.

All individuals over the age of 20 should have regular cholesterol screenings. The Brown’s Cholesterol Package incorporates a number of diagnostic tests to assess the full cholesterol profile, the health status and patient’s cardiac risk this can be measured by a simple test finger-prick test with results issued in 5 minutes.

2. Eat healthy foods

Reduce saturated fats found in red meat and full fat dairy products, eliminate trans fats often found in oils and butter and increase intake of foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids found in salmon and almonds.

Developing a healthy diet and eating foods to lower cholesterol will not only fortify your system but make you feel better in the long run.

3. Increase your physical activity and lose weight

Amongst the many other benefits which come with increasing physical activity such as maintaining mental health, regular exercise and achieving the ideal weight also reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

The FitVit health and fitness program ensures that you are sorted with personalised training plans, nutritional guidance and expert advice to achieve weight loss and feel good doing it!

4. Stop Smoking

Difficult as it may be, stopping smoking comes with a long list of benefits. Beyond the irreparable damage smoking does to your lungs, it also increases the risk of developing heart disease.

Not only will you look better, feel better and move better, your good cholesterol levels (otherwise known as high-density lipoprotein) improve once you stop smoking.

5. Regular Health Check-Ups

Regular health check ups, blood pressure monitoring, glucose testing and cholesterol tests ensure that undiagnosed patients with long term conditions are diagnosed, referred and monitored. As they say, prevention is better than cure and knowing how you stand health-wise is always a benefit.

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