With the current health focus being primarily (and understandably) on the outbreak of COVID-19, or Coronavirus, our general health and wellbeing can get a bit lost along the way. Whilst doing things like maintaining social distance, washing your hands, and not touching your face have proven effective in keeping us safe and slowing down the spread of coronavirus, we still have other bacteria, diseases and viruses to contend with. Which is why it is super important to keep our body and immune system healthy.  So how do we do that? Certain vitamins and minerals have proven effective in givin ..read more

We’re all living in very strange times these days. Our new way of life is something most of us have never experienced (and hope never to experience again). However, the measures being introduced across the globe are for our own good. Whilst this is a message we understand, being cooped up can still take a toll on our mental health. Here are some ways you can take care of your mental health during this isolation period.  Write It Down Whether you’re staying at home with your family, friends, housemates or living alone our thoughts can sometimes get overwhelming. This is a  normal re ..read more

With ‘lockdown’ measures now extended until May 5th (and probably beyond!) you may be wondering how you are going to continue to keep your children entertained in the coming weeks. You’ve done well up to now but it can be hard to remain inspired. That’s why we’ve put together some ideas of how you can keep your kids entertained during lockdown.  TV & Movies  Now we’re not saying to sit your kids down in front of the TV all day, everyday but it’s a great way to keep them entertained if you need a little ‘me’ time, or need to get some work done. Apps and platforms like Disney Plus ..read more

There has been a lot of debate when it comes to the wearing of face masks during the COVID-19 (or Coronavirus) pandemic. Whilst some countries' health organisations and advisors, such as the CDCC in America, suggest we should be wearing masks the World Health Organisation (WHO) offer different advice, advising if you are healthy you do not need to wear a mask.  In Ireland, many TV shows have focused on the wearing of masks with many conflicting opinions being drawn. The big topic surrounding the wearing of masks seems to be down to two issues. The first being that PPE (Personal Protectiv ..read more

For the time being, we are living with strict rules as to how and when we can leave our homes, only venturing outside of a 2km radius for essentials such as food and medicine. This can make staying connected to our friends and loved ones that little bit more difficult. Meeting up in the local pub for a drink, heading out for a coffee, or brunch is now all impossible with closures and social distancing.  So what are the alternatives? How can we stay social and connected with our loved ones for the foreseeable future? We’ve rounded up alternative ways to stay connected during the coronaviru ..read more

During these times of self isolation and social distancing, trips to the supermarket should be kept to a minimum. Usually we will venture out for the weekly ‘big shop’, picking up any extra bits we may have missed or used up throughout the week if needs be. Nowadays, the big shop means the only shop. With this in mind, we’ve compiled a list of foods that have a long shelf life meaning you won’t have to risk popping out to the shops as often.  Soup  An easy no fuss dish that is filling, making it the perfect lunch for all the family. You can buy tinned soup, or you can make your own ..read more

Recent government announcements now mean that we can’t travel beyond 2km of our home to exercise. For some of us, this might mean that getting out and about for a run, walk, cycle or jog is near impossible depending on where we live. Even if we can get out and about for exercise things like self-isolation and social distancing can make this difficult. So why not bring your exercise routine indoors?  We’ve rounded up some of the best exercises you can do indoors requiring little to no equipment!  Yoga Yoga is a great exercise for both the body ..read more

Homeschooling during isolation due to the outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) can seem a daunting task. However, no one (not even teachers) is expecting you to be able to give your children a school-like education at home. There are certain things you can do to ensure your children keep up to date with what they would be doing in the classroom. Here are top tips for homeschooling during this isolation period.   Stick To A Routine  For the first week or so, being off of school can feel like everyone’s dreams have come true. Staying up late, lie ..read more

The spread of coronavirus has caused us to have to adapt to a new way of life. For many of us, that means working from home is the new normal. You’ve probably worked the odd day from home if your job permits, but working full time from home can be a bit of a shock to the system.  We’ve put together our top tips for working from home during self-isolation.  Stick to a Routine  Sticking to your usual routine is very important. Try and wake up at the time you normally would, grab some breakfast, maybe do a bit of exercise to make up for the usual t ..read more

At Jinga Life, we appreciate that the healthcare system is operating in unprecedented times and that a collaborative effort in the management of patients while doing everything to limit potential exposure to and spread of COVID-19, is clearly a priority for all. With that in mind, we are making our digital, secure and GDPR compliant image and document exchange platform, “Jinga Snap” (currently in use across Ireland as 'Affidea Connect' with 640K+ studies, 750+ doctors, 69,000 active patient accounts), available to all providers across the Irish healthcare system for the duration of the COVID-1 ..read more