Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited chronic disease that primarily affects the lungs and digestive system of about 1,200 children and adults in Ireland. A defective gene and its protein product cause the body to produce unusually thick, sticky mucus that clogs the lungs and leads to life-threatening lung infections. It also obstructs the pancreas … Continue reading Living with Cystic Fibrosis
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How long distance relationships can be successful (Q&A)
Long distance relationships are a thing; sometimes you can't avoid them but just because you have begun a long distance relationship, you shouldn't think that it is destined for failure. My girlfriend Ayo and I have been in a relationship for roughly a year and a half now and we have known each other for … Continue reading How long distance relationships can be successful (Q&A)
Social Media: Good or bad for young people’s success?
Recently I came across an article that was entitled, 'Why are young people not succeeding in today's world?', and I thought to myself, I view this in the complete opposite way. The article (https://lifehacks.io/why-young-people-are-not-succeeding/) does have a valid point which I will go into in a little more detail but in my opinion, the world … Continue reading Social Media: Good or bad for young people’s success?
NBA Draft 2019: Players that can spoil a Duke 1,2,3
Right now if you take a look at any early 2019 NBA mock drafts you'll find Zion Williamson, R.J. Barrett and Cam Reddish near the top of the board. When the three Duke freshman decided to commit to the same university it was big news. The nations top three high school prospects all joining the … Continue reading NBA Draft 2019: Players that can spoil a Duke 1,2,3
Why your scales can be a false friend
2019 is well underway but there are undoubtedly a huge number of people who have already given up on their New Years resolutions, the easiest to give up on being your health. It's very easy to binge drink, binge eat or just never stop eating. Sugary, processed foods are a dieting person's worst nightmare and … Continue reading Why your scales can be a false friend
The growing acceptance of mental health in hip-hop
Shane McGannon interviews Irish rap artist UPPBEAT about the changing attitude towards mental health in hip-hop and the importance of an open dialogue. Mental health has become one of the most prominent topics of discussion in modern day hip-hop with artists opening up about their own mental health issues and their personal struggles, including battles … Continue reading The growing acceptance of mental health in hip-hop
Why moving to a country doesn’t guarantee that you’ll learn the language
As a native speaker of English, I have now lived in Milan, Italy for just over three months and no, I am not fluent in Italian. Far from it. I will go into some more detail about reasons why I have failed to pick up the language so far but to start, let me tell … Continue reading Why moving to a country doesn’t guarantee that you’ll learn the language