Siobhan Kelleher discusses a charity mission to Tanzania to educate 1,2000 trainers on the topics of oral health and female genital mutilation prevention. As dental professionals, we understand the profound impact that oral health education can have on communities. This March, I will join eight dedicated colleagues on a transformative journey to Tanzania with Bridge2aid, … Continued
Siobhan Kelleher explores how practices can create a more cohesive work environment for the dental team by applying Tuckman’s group forming theory and the drama triangle. Working in a dental team can often lead to feelings of isolation among team members. Each member may have their own tasks and responsibilities, resulting in a lack of … Continued
There’s always two sides to the story. Siobhan Kelleher sheds light on how dental professionals can foster better relationships with company representatives. In the dental industry, there exists a relationship between the dental team and company representatives who provide products and educational resources. While some dental team members may take these relationships for granted, … Continued
Siobhan Kelleher continues her series on lifestyle medicine by exploring the role of nutrition on health and sustainable living. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in lifestyle medicine and its impact on our overall health and wellbeing. Lifestyle medicine emphasises the importance of making positive lifestyle choices, such as adopting a nutritious … Continued
Siobhan Kelleher explores the role of social connection in lifestyle medicine and provides insights from the blue zones. In pursuing optimal health and wellbeing, lifestyle medicine has emerged as a holistic approach that emphasises the importance of various lifestyle factors. While nutrition, physical activity and stress management are commonly accepted pillars of lifestyle medicine, the … Continued
Siobhan Kelleher, dental hygienist and Irish Dentistry editorial board member, has become an accredited course provider by Eduqual. This will allow her to offer high-quality educational programmes to individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in various fields. The latest programme to be launched is the postgraduate diploma in oral and positive health (level … Continued
Siobhan Kelleher delves into sleep and its impact on various aspects of human health. Sleep is an essential aspect of human life, playing a crucial role in maintaining overall health and wellbeing. It is one of the pillars of lifestyle medicine, along with nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and social connections. Adequate sleep is vital … Continued
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