Fashionistas from across Cork descended on the luxurious Capella Hotel in Castlemartyr recently to attend the acclaimed annual Brown Thomas Autumn/Winter showcase and view the key designs for the upcoming season.

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Of all the new lip glosses to hit the market in recent weeks, Shiseido's latest launch is one of my favourites. The company has just unveiled two sparkling glosses in gold and pearl for autumn/winter 08 which both boast incredible shine, fantastic

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New figures released by the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) show that the rates of MRSA infections in Irish hospitals have dropped.

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October is upon us and over the days and weeks ahead we will see a lot of the top high-street stores and designers launch ranges aimed at raising awareness about and supporting breast cancer.

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As the temperatures begin to drop outside, we should all start paying a little more attention to our hair care.

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Scientists have identified the anti-bacterial component of manuka honey which has paved the way to a more precise way of measuring the honey's health benefits.

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Question - I've always had very good eyesight, but I'm not getting any younger. How can I keep my eyes in tip top condition?

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Make a statement this season by daring to try some of the uber sexy, red lipsticks on the market. Almost all of the biggest brands have unveiled luscious berry and red lip tones this season so your only difficulty will be in deciding which one to

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More than 80 female members of the Cork Society of Chartered Accountants (CSCA) will attend ha special fashion and beauty evening at the Clarion Hotel tonight (Thursday, September 25).

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Mineral make-up has been taking the world by storm and it looks like girls here in Cork are getting in on the mineral buzz.

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It's believed that a landmark project underway at University College Cork (UCC), Cork area hospitals and Teagasc, Fermoy will have significant benefits for older people.

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Fashionistas from across Cork have been eager to get their hands on tickets for this year's Brown Thomas autumn/winter fashion show and organisers have confirmed that tickets for the event are now sold out.

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Girls and guys alike who like their luxury and have a soft spot for beautiful jewellery will be very excited to hear that Links of London has arrived in Cork.

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Pinks, greens, purples, blues, oranges and of course every shade of black will play a huge part in this season’s make-up trends with a huge diversity of new products hitting the shelves over the coming weeks.

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A new survey commissioned for Colgate Oral Health Month has revealed that  over 60 per cent of people don’t always feel that they have done their best to keep their mouth healthy.

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There's no denying there's a real sense of excitement in the air as the new season really begins to dawn.

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As the new season arrives prepare to see lots of new fragrance launches designed to take away the winter blues and give you that certain je ne sais quoi . Here's some of the latest launches to hit the shelves.

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The Irish Heart Foundation (IHF) has raised serious concerns about the latest vital statistics from the Central Statistics Office, which showed an increase in the number of deaths from heart disease. The latest provisional figures from the CSO re

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Question: My son has recently completed a course of antibiotics for a throat infection, and although the infection has cleared up, I’m concerned he may now need a good probiotic to get him back on track. What can you recommend?

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If dreaming seems like a thing of the past, then chances are that you just might not be getting enough sleep.

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While we all would love to keep up with our beauty regimes, ensuring we get the must-have facial every six weeks and have a beauty therapist at hand to tame those brows at a seconds notice, sometimes finding time to treat ourselves is impossible.

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Spa fans, who spend their time looking for the best at home spa products in between visits to their usual havens, will be very pleased to hear about L’Occitane’s latest launch.

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...you’ll be dying to get your hands on these gorgeous new products

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When it comes to moisturisers we all tend to stick to our usual skin care brands, afraid to make the switch for fear it would result in an some kind of astronomical skin reaction. But every so often it pays to be brave. I recently took a step away

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Arthritis Ireland has announced details of a new support programme for people with arthritis living in Cork who are currently working or considering returning to work.

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This year's Autumn/Winter collection at premium high-street brand Wallis is truly synonymous with glamour. Taking inspiration from the disco-inspired hedonistic era of Studio 54, this season's trends come in a colourful palette of jet black, lacque

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1. If you suffer from dreaded dark circles and want to brighten up the skin around your eyes, PHYT'S Anti-Shadow Concealer is a gift from god. PHYT'S, a French organic company, uses only the purest natural organic ingredients designed to boost circ

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People living with a spouse or partner have a 50 per cent lower chance of developing alzheimers disease.

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If you haven't already heard about new Irish label Farrell & Brown, chances are over the coming months you'll find it hard not to.

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Shoe addicts will be excited to hear that many of the designers and high street stores have just launched their shoe collections for autumn/winter 2008. This year's collections simply ooze femininity, with colour, embellishments and quirky design a

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1. Whether we like it or not, the only sun your toes might see this summer will be when you're on your holidays so make sure you take advantage of the moment with lots of gorgeous nail polish. Rimmel do a great range of nail colours at a reasonable

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Wonderbra, the brand that has become synonymous with giving women across the world a lift, has just launched a dedicated range of bras in cup sizes D to G.

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Before you jet off on that last minute holiday, make sure you pack these great new holiday essentials.

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Mums-to-be are being urged to be extra vigilant about eating pre-packed foods including salads, cooked and chilled meats and patés which may put them at risk of listeriosis.

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1. Any girl who loves her fake tan will adore MAC's new Skin Sheen Leg Spray. This fab new mousse can be applied to the legs, arms, shoulders and decolletage to give you a gorgeous summer tan. Best still, it's very easy and quick to apply. MAC's Sk

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Members of the public are being warned about an inappropriate and potentially adulterated herbal slimming product named LiDa Daidaihua Capsules.

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The Health Service Executive is to cut public health service expenditure by over €500 million in 2008.

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Anyone who's spent a summer to the States will know all about the fab make-up brand ‘The Balm'. With lots of gorgeous products wrapped in even more amazing packaging, this brand has gained a cult following in the US and is now hoping to achieve t

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1. Looking for a fresh, fruity summer fragrance, well then look no further than DKNY's Be Delicious Kisses (€41.00 at Perfume Direct). This gorgeous fragrance blends notes of apple, grapefruit, tuberose and sandalwood to create a refreshing sc

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Back pain is probably the most common reason for absenteeism from work. It affects most people at some time or another as a result of strain or accident, but when it occurs regularly, for no apparent reason, it can be annoying to say the least, and

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If you're planning on tieing the knot in the near future and still haven't found that perfect dress, then you should definetely take a look at Hickey's Fabrics new bridal collection.

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All dutiful wedding guests will know that there a few simple rules one cannot break when invited to your friend's/cousin's/collegue's wedding.

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A major new campaign has been launched aimed at tackling the serious problem of obesity.

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As the summer temperatures begin to rise we should all be thinking about how we are going to protect our skin in the sun this summer.

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1. Metallic eyes are a key look this season. Get the look with The Make up Factory's Liquid Eye Shimmer in Silver and Gold. With a soft shimmering effect is ideal for perfecting that sun-kissed goddess look. To complete the look, coat lashes in The

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1. Enlighten your skin with this great new perfecting powder from Smashbox. Unlike other powders which can feel heavy or caked, Smashbox's Halo Hydrating Perfecting Powder smoothes onto skin seamlessly, giving you great coverage without the made-up

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AMGEN has just announced that Vectibix, a new drug in the treatment of advanced bowel cancer, is being made available in Ireland.

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Jean Paul Gaultier has just launched its new duo for him and for her for Summer 2008. Both fragrances are alcohol free, which means you can enjoy both even on the hottest days of the year without any fears of getting sunburnt.

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Why not treat dad to a new fragrance for Father's day? These new and classic scents will appeal to even the most discerning dad.

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With Father's Day just around the corner (Sunday, June 15 in case you forgot), it's time to pick up something special for the top man in your life to show him you really care.

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