{jcomments off}'Connecting for Life' - Ireland’s national strategy to reduce suicide 2015-2020 - was launched on Wednesday 24th June 2015.  The development of the strategy was a collaborative and inclusive process.  Some of the most important contributions to the development of ‘Connecting for Life’ came from the public consultation process.  272 submissions were received from individuals and organisations; including members of the public, service users and their families, professional bodies and community of interest organisations.  The strategy can be downloaded at: http://health.gov.ie/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Connecting-for-Life_LR.pdf

{jcomments off}Have a look at: www.mhfi.org/mhw2015events.pdf to see if there are any events for Men’s Health Week taking place near you.  However, this is just a list of the things that we have been told about - so, if you know about other things, let us know the details as soon as possible (by visiting: www.mhfi.org/mhw/promote-an-event.html)  This list is added to daily, so check it out regularly.

{jcomments off}The findings from an independent review on the impact of Ireland’s National Men’s Health Policy 2008-2013 (commissioned by the Department of Health / Health Services Executive) were launched in Dublin on Wednesday 15th April 2015.  This launch took place during the Men's Health Symposium held in Dr Steeven's Hospital.  Copies of the full report can be downloaded from: www.mhfi.org/policyreview2015.pdf

{jcomments off}Throughout June 2015, Action Cancer will be offering free MOT heath checks to males aged 16 years and older in their Belfast office.  These tests include cholesterol and glucose testing, blood pressure, lung function, body composition analysis, and facial skin analysis.  Action Cancer will also provide advice on diet, nutrition and cancer awareness.  To book an appointment, call Action Cancer on Tel: 02890 803344 or visit www.actioncancer.org to book online.

{jcomments off}On Monday 8th June 2015, ReachOut.com is launching a new publication titled: ‘Technology, Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in Ireland - a Good Practice Guide’.  This was commissioned by the Health Service Executive’s National Office for Suicide Prevention (NOSP).  For more information contact: Derek Chambers at Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

{jcomments off}The ARK Ageing Programme invites you to a seminar titled: 'Is Northern Ireland a Good Place to be Old?'  This event (in Queen’s University Belfast, on Wednesday 17th June 2015, from 10.30am - Noon) marks the launch of the results of the 2014 Northern Ireland Life & Times Survey, and will focus on attitudes to ageing and ageism.  During the seminar, Paula Devine and Gemma Carney (ARK Ageing Programme) will discuss key findings from the 2014 Life & Times survey.  Claire Keatinge (Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland) will highlight the importance of research in helping policy makers make Northern Ireland a better place for older people.  For more information, contact Caroline at Tel: 02890 973222  |  Email:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit: www.ark.ac.uk/ageing

{jcomments off}‘Healthy Food Made Easy’ is a HSE funded six week nutrition and cookery course.  It aims to help people of all ages and abilities to make healthier choices when shopping, cooking and eating.  Courses can be run for local clubs or individuals, and requests from men’s groups are particularly welcome.  For more information, contact Linda Scanlan in Northside Partnership on Tel: 01 8485608 or visit: www.northsidepartnership.ie/healthy-food-made-easy

{jcomments off}The Irish Family Planning Association (IFPA) is offering comprehensive one-day training on the basics of sexual and reproductive health.  This training is recommended for health professionals, educators, carers, youth, social and community workers, or anyone who wants to know more about sexual and reproductive health.  The course content includes: contraception; sexually transmitted infections; unplanned or crisis pregnancy; sexual health; healthy relationships; legislation and the age of consent.  The next training takes place on Thursday 17th September 2015.  To find out more, visit: www.ifpa.ie/Education-Training/Programmes/Sexual-Health