#Menopause

Kathy Burke considered suicide during menopause: 'I always had bouts of depression, but that was something else entirely'

Kathy Burke considered suicide during menopause: ‘I always had bouts of depression, but that was something else entirely’

Kathy Burke’s menopause experience has severely affected her mental health – but now she’s on the other side. (Getty Images) Kathy Burke has opened up about the depression and suicidal thoughts she had during menopause. The 58-year-old director, writer, comedian and actress has opened up about the difficult time in her early 50s following her …

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Catherine Conlon: Almost half of women don't prioritize exercise and it's time for a change

Catherine Conlon: Almost half of women don’t prioritize exercise and it’s time for a change

Almost half of Irish women over 40 do not prioritize exercise. A study by Sport Ireland points out that 41% feel they don’t have time and nearly two-thirds say they are too tired. After a long day at work, picking up the kids, and sorting out dinner, extracurricular activities, homework, chores, and bills, it can …

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