Women's Health: The Heart

Women’s Health Week 2026 is running this week, with a packed programme of events taking place across Clare until October 4th. This year’s theme is “Strong at Every Age – Strong Bones, Strong Hearts, Strong Minds”, with activities focusing on physical health, mental wellbeing, nutrition, exercise and healthy ageing. Alan Morrissey has been speaking with Consultant Cardiologist, Dr Neasa Starr, about women’s heart health, cardiovascular risk and the positive actions women can take to protect their heart throughout life. Photo (c) studioroman via Canva