Katharine Harkin

Consultant in Public Health Medicine.

[HealthyIreland @HealthyIreland]

Today @1Hildegarde Minister Hildegarde Naughton launched the Get SunSmart! Children’s Art Competition, a wonderful opportunity for primary school children to be creative while learning about the importance of protecting their skin when outdoors.
https://t.co/WndakINeJK
#SunSmart

[NCCP @hseNCCP]

Register for the Irish Cancer Prevention Network annual webinar. to watch live on the 6th September or to receive a recording of the webinar.
Registration link: https://t.co/7GhAsBkJeh
#cancerprevention #ICPN

[NCCP @hseNCCP]

The Get #SunSmart Art Competition is open until the 30th of June. It is open to primary school children with a chance of winning @opwireland family heritage card AND @DublinZoo family day pass. Details at https://t.co/HBwT25gcgk

[NCCP @hseNCCP]

Sunscreen dispensers are being piloted throughout the country to raise awareness of UV risk and protection among outdoor worker and outdoor recreation settings #SunSmart

[NCCP @hseNCCP]

Remember to be #SunSmart when enjoying the lovely weather this weekend 👒🕶️🧴

[NCCP @hseNCCP]

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 are to cover up with long sleeves, a sunhat, sunglasses and use sunscreen. #SunSmart #ICPN #cancerprevention

[NCCP @hseNCCP]

The HSE’s NCCP and Construction Industry Federation are hosting a free public webinar called ‘Skin Cancer and Protection for Outdoor Workers’ on World Day for Safety and Health at Work. Register here: https://t.co/9T0zwpoFl3 #SunSmart

[Department of Health @roinnslainte]

Approximately 13,000 cases of skin cancer are diagnosed every year in Ireland.

This is estimated to triple by 2051.

Skin Cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer.

#WorldCancerDay | @slaintecare | @hseNCCP

[NCCP @hseNCCP]

Great to work with a wide range of organisations & expertise to deliver information on how we can all reduce our cancer risk for the Irish Cancer Prevention Network webinar today #worldcancerday #icpn
@IrishCancerSoc @BreakthroCancer @ISFcharity @HSELive @MarieKeating @trust_indi

[NCCP @hseNCCP]

Click the link below to read your copy of the January
Irish Cancer Prevention Network Newsletter. Learn about cancer prevention initiatives in Ireland and recent research on cancer prevention #ICPN #cancerprevention
https://t.co/dmKkdzrZIa

[NCCP @hseNCCP]

Did you know? Breastfeeding reduces breast cancer risk. Learn more at the Irish Cancer Prevention Network free public webinar 'Steps to reduce our cancer risk' on the 4th Feb at 4pm. Register here: https://t.co/hLCl4jxppH
#ICPN

[Marie Keating Foundation @MarieKeating]

Friday the 4th February is #WorldCancerDay and the Irish Cancer Prevention Network is inviting you to take part in our free webinar focusing on the steps we can all take to reduce our risk of cancer.
To register for this free webinar now, click https://t.co/rlc4GbRAbP.

[NCCP @hseNCCP]

Webinar: Steps to Reduce our Cancer Risk.
Friday 4th February 13:00
Topics covered will include
•Eating for health
•Radon
•Skin Protection
• Breastfeeding
•Know the signs, find cancer early
Register to watch live or receive a link to watch back https://t.co/hLCl4jxppH

[HSE National Immunisation Office (NIO) @HSEImm]

Anyone aged 16+ with weak immune system are recommended
✅A complete primary course of COVID-19 vaccine
✅An additional dose as part of their extended primary course
✅A booster dose at least 3 months after their additional dose
https://t.co/zt0bKWyvXB
#ForUsAll @RCPI_news

[Una B Fallon @UnaBFallon]

Delighted to see CEO @paulreiddublin in Tullamore yesterday. Great chat about COVID, what worked well & what didn't. Positive about the future of Public Health. Proud of this team @lolo_63_ @Michell07580052 @drgermeagher @KatharineHarkin @princessfio @abbeycollins202 @DrInaKelly1

[Simon Carswell @SiCarswell]

Spread of #Covid19 from shop worker in the Midlands led to 54 people becoming infected

Doctor fears close contacts will think Covid tracing are hoax calls linked to cyberattack

https://t.co/Q7EbIMNF7Q via @IrishTimes

[Una B Fallon @UnaBFallon]

It is still important to protect the unvaccinated, especially children with special education needs & Leaving Cert students. Young people can become unwell. VOCs are still a threat. Let's proceed carefully and slowly. Thx @SamHughesHSE for graphic. @abbeycollins202 @marietcasey

[Una B Fallon @UnaBFallon]

Good news for the people of Athlone @westmeathcoco @nursieLT

[Regina Kiernan @KiernanRegina]

Public health specialists deserve parity https://t.co/LqxNmZCZ6G
Thank you Ann Marie for your insightful review of the current situation for Ireland's public health doctors

[June Shannon @juneshannon]

. @CMOIreland “We have experienced over 1,000 deaths and more than 100,000 cases in January 2021. We have reported more cases in one month than we experienced throughout 2020. This shows just how quickly this disease can spread and how much it can impact public health.”