HEADSTRONG TALK:Dr Tony Bates, chief executive of Headstrong, the National Centre for Youth Mental Health and columnist with the Health Supplement, will give a public talk on Wednesday, February 13th at 7.30pm. The theme is young people and mental health. Dr Bates will also speak about Headstrong, whose vision is to ensure that young people are better supported in their mental health and wellbeing needs. The talk will take place in the Swift Centre, St Patrick's Hospital, James St, Dublin 8. Admission is free.
FOOD FOR THE KIDS:Nutritional therapists Heather Leeson and Sally Parsons will speak about healthy eating for children on Thursday at 7.30pm in the Castlewood Clinic, Rathmines, Dublin 6. The talk will provide advice on healthy meal ideas and cooking tips. Log on to
www.positivenutrition.ie or call 087-6199126.
PSORIASIS MEETINGS:The Psoriasis Association of Ireland is holding a series of meetings on the skin condition throughout February. Log on to www.psoriasisireland.ie for details of times and venues.