Men across the Shannonside region are being urged to get regular health check-ups. It's part of the Men's Health Week campaign which runs until this Sunday. A number of events have taken place this week in Longford, Roscommon and Leitrim.
Farmers in Roscommon were invited to Roscommon Mart today where they were offered free health checks and advice. Healthy Roscommon co-ordinator Aisling Dunne said the event was a success:
Meanwhile, a number of men were put through their paces this morning with free exercises at Longford Athletics Club. The event was part of a week of action in the county, supported by Longford County Council.
Members of Longford Town Men's Shed completed an eight-week exercise course. Bryan McCormack says there are already plans for another fitness programme:
