BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Croi Heart & Stroke Charity - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://croi.ie X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Croi Heart & Stroke Charity REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260114T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260114T200000 DTSTAMP:20260113T134939Z CREATED:20251212T153438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T134939Z UID:10000125-1768411800-1768420800@croi.ie SUMMARY:Take Control of Your Blood Pressure – Free Information Evening at Croí House DESCRIPTION:This event is now sold out\n \n Book Here\n \nCroí\, the Heart & Stroke Charity\, in collaboration with University Hospital Galway\, is delighted to invite you to a free public event dedicated to managing high blood pressure (hypertension). Taking place on Wednesday\, January 14th\, at 5:30 pm\, at the Croí Heart & Stroke Centre\, Moyola Lane\, Newcastle\, Galway\, this special evening is open to anyone living with or supporting someone with high blood pressure.  \nOften called the “silent killer”\, high blood pressure rarely shows symptoms but significantly increases your risk of heart attack\, stroke\, and kidney disease. This event will provide updates on the latest treatment options to help you take control of your blood pressure and overall health.   \nAttendees will hear from Professor Faisal Sharif\, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist\, University Hospital Galway\, who will provide expert insights into the causes and consequences of hypertension and discuss innovative treatment options\, including renal denervation – an option for those with resistant or uncontrolled high blood pressure.   \nFree blood pressure checks will be provided by experienced nursing staff\, available from 5:30 pm\, and the talk will take place at 6:30 pm. This event is a valuable opportunity to ask questions and learn more in a relaxed\, supportive environment.   \nWhether you are newly diagnosed\, struggling to manage your blood pressure\, or supporting a loved one\, this event is for you. Admission is free but booking is advised as spots fill up quickly. Book here.  \nTake the first step toward better heart health this January!  \n \n Book Here URL:https://croi.ie/event/take-control-of-your-blood-pressure/ LOCATION:Croí Heart & Stroke Centre\, Croí House\, Moyola Lane\, Newcastle\, Galway\, H91 FF68\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://croi.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Blood-Pressure-Information-Evening-Jan-14th-2026-Website-Event-Feature-Image-736-x-500-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cro%C3%AD":MAILTO:info@croi.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250929T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250929T200000 DTSTAMP:20250926T162035Z CREATED:20250910T083300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T162035Z UID:10000118-1759168800-1759176000@croi.ie SUMMARY:Counter Attack - Galway Premiere Screening at Croí (SOLD OUT) DESCRIPTION:Event Update:\n Sold Out\n \n \n Bookings have now closed for this event\n \n We invite you to a screening of “Counter Attack”– a new Science on Screen documentary directed by Tiernan Williams and produced by Maria O’Neill of Cluster Fox Pictures\, which examines the effects of cardiovascular disease and meets those who work to find solutions for this condition and support the patient. The film highlights the work of both Dr Niamh Hynes and the team at CÚRAM Research Ireland Centre for Medical Devices and paramedic Pat McCarthy and it showcases the resilience of musician Frankie Lane and partner Anita Lane. \n🗓 Date: Monday Sept. 29th 2025 \n📍Venue: Croí House\, Moyola Lane\, Newcastle\, Galway H91FF68 \n⏰Time: 6pm Reception | 6.45pm Film screening (25 min) & Q & A \nFREE EVENT RSVP using the button below.  \n \n Bookings have now closed for this event\n \nTo mark #WorldHeartDay on Monday September 29th\, CÚRAM Research Ireland Centre for Medical Devices based at University of Galway and Croí\, the Heart and Stroke Charity will host a free screening of the latest Science on Screen film\, ‘Counter Attack’ at Croí house\, in Newcastle\, Galway. Directed by Tiernan Williams and produced by Maria O’Neill of Cluster Fox Film\, the film explores cardiovascular disease from the patient\, researcher\, paramedic and family perspective. The film was produced under the Science on Screen Education and Public Engagement Programme\, a partnership between CÚRAM and Ardán running since 2015.  \nThe film features Kildare-based musician Frankie Lane\, who suffered a heart attack followed by a cardiac arrest\, Frankie’s wife Anita Lane and Cork based paramedic Pat McCarthy. The documentary also features CÚRAM’s University of Galway-based researchers\, including vascular surgeon Dr. Niamh Hynes who focusses on the body’s largest artery – the aorta. Her research looks at predicting if\, and when an aortic rupture will happen and\, using AI and machine learning\, how we can build computer models or ‘digital twins’ of aortas to understand the rupture process.  \nThe screening will be followed by a panel discussion with some of the film’s contributors and an audience Q&A.  \nThis World Heart Day – don’t miss a beat: real stories\, real science\, real lives.  \nAnnie Costelloe\, Head of Patient and Community Engagement at Croí\, said: “World Heart Day is about raising awareness of heart health and inspiring action\, and this year’s theme\, ‘Don’t miss a beat\,’ could not be more fitting. Screening ‘Counter Attack’ here at the Croí Heart and Stroke Centre allows us to bring a powerful real-life story to the community\, highlighting both the urgency and the hope in tackling heart disease. It is a timely reminder that every beat matters\, and that knowledge\, support and early action can save lives.”  \nDoors open at 6pm\, with film screening at 6.45pm and link to register for the event is here: https://croi.clr.events/event/138837:counter-attack-  \nWatch the ‘Counter Attack’ trailer\nCÚRAM’s public engagement programme aims to provide opportunities for collaboration with patient or public audiences interested in or affected by its research and a key aspect of the Science on Screen Programme – that is co-managed with Ardán (previously Galway Film Centre) – is the collaboration between filmmakers\, researchers and those with lived conditions of chronic illness.  \nArdán is a non-profit talent development organisation that supports creatives in the audio-visual industry\, in film\, TV\, games\, and animation\, through funding\, training\, and events\, and by providing opportunities for entry\, emerging\, and established individuals working in the screen sector.   \nCroí is a registered Irish Heart and Stroke Charity. Croí’s mission is to prevent heart disease and stroke\, save lives\, and empower and support people\, families\, communities\, and future generations to take control of their health and well-being. The Croí Heart & Stroke Centre\, is a leading centre for heart and stroke prevention\, research\, education\, support\, and rehabilitation located in Newcastle\, Galway.  \nThe Science on Screen scheme was founded to explore the stories behind science and to facilitate\, promote and increase the inclusion of science\, technology\, engineering and maths (STEM) content in Irish film and TV production. Over the last ten years the films and animations produced through Science on Screen have been screened in 30 different countries and reached almost 2 million people through broadcasts\, film festivals\, through community\, academic and clinical screenings and via online platforms and public exhibits.  \n2025 marks the 10th year of CÚRAM & Ardán’s Science on Screen programme\, and we look forward to celebrating the anniversary of this initiative in Galway later this year.  \nFind out more about Ardán at www.ardan.ie  \nFind out more about CÚRAM at www.curamdevices.ie  URL:https://croi.ie/event/counterattack/ LOCATION:Croí Heart & Stroke Centre\, Croí House\, Moyola Lane\, Newcastle\, Galway\, H91 FF68\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://croi.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Counter-Attack-Screening-in-Croi-House-Website-Feature-Image-736-x-500-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cro%C3%AD":MAILTO:info@croi.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250827T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T200000 DTSTAMP:20250812T102709Z CREATED:20250811T163450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T102709Z UID:10000116-1756315800-1756324800@croi.ie SUMMARY:Take Control of Your Blood Pressure – Free Information Evening at Croí House DESCRIPTION:Book Here\n \nCroí\, the Heart & Stroke Charity\, in collaboration with Galway University Hospital\, is delighted to invite you to a free public event dedicated to managing high blood pressure (hypertension). Taking place on Wednesday\, August 27th\, at 5:30 pm at Croí House\, Moyola Lane\, Newcastle\, Galway\, this special evening is open to anyone living with or supporting someone with high blood pressure. \nOften called the “silent killer”\, high blood pressure rarely shows symptoms but significantly increases your risk of heart attack\, stroke\, and kidney disease. This event will provide updates on the latest treatment options to help you take control of your blood pressure and overall health.  \nAttendees will hear from Professor Faisal Sharif\, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist\, University Hospital Galway\, who will provide expert insights into the causes and consequences of hypertension and discuss innovative treatment options\, Including renal denervation – an option for those with resistant or uncontrolled high blood pressure.  \nFree blood pressure checks will be provided by our experienced nursing staff\, available from 5:30 pm. This event is a valuable opportunity to ask questions and learn more in a relaxed\, supportive environment.  \nWhether you are newly diagnosed\, struggling to manage your blood pressure\, or supporting a loved one\, this event is for you. Admission is free\, but booking is advised as spots fill up quickly. \nTake the first step toward better heart health – don’t miss this valuable opportunity! \n \n \n \n Book Here URL:https://croi.ie/event/take-control-of-your-blood-pressure-free-information-evening-at-croi-house/ LOCATION:Croí Heart & Stroke Centre\, Croí House\, Moyola Lane\, Newcastle\, Galway\, H91 FF68\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://croi.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-08-11-at-17.10.06-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cro%C3%AD":MAILTO:info@croi.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240828T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240828T203000 DTSTAMP:20240822T160622Z CREATED:20240813T102359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T160622Z UID:10000094-1724871600-1724877000@croi.ie SUMMARY:Are You a Member of a CFR Group? DESCRIPTION:Heartsafe NWE Project\n \nAre you a member of a Cardiac First Responder (CFR) Group? If so\, Croí invites you to an in-person information meeting at the Croí Heart & Stroke Centre on Wednesday\, August 28\, at 7 pm.     \nThe aim of this meeting is to update you on the Heartsafe North-West Europe Project and to talk about next steps which will involve local CFR Groups. This will be a follow-up meeting to a virtual meeting that was held in April this year but people new to the project are also very welcome to attend. \nThis 1-year pilot project is in partnership with Galway City Council\, the Dutch Heart Foundation\, and local authorities in Belgium and Germany\, and is funded by the EU. \nMeeting Details: \nCroí Heart & Stroke Centre\, Moyola Lane\, Newscastle\, Galway\, H91 FF68 \nAugust 28th\, 7:00 – 8:30 pm \nComplete the form below to register for the meeting.  \nPlease share with anyone you think might be interested in Galway city or county. \nIf you are interested in finding out more but cannot attend please let us know by completing the form or contact us at info@croi.ie. URL:https://croi.ie/event/are-you-a-member-of-a-cfr-group/ LOCATION:Croí Heart & Stroke Centre\, Croí House\, Moyola Lane\, Newcastle\, Galway\, H91 FF68\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://croi.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Heartsafe-Meeting-August-2024-Invite-Graphic_Email.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cro%C3%AD":MAILTO:info@croi.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231122T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231122T203000 DTSTAMP:20231122T120725Z CREATED:20231107T105347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T120725Z UID:10000071-1700679600-1700685000@croi.ie SUMMARY:Public Talk In Croí House – Cardiovascular Health and Behaviour Change DESCRIPTION:Online Registrations Are Now Closed!\n \nPlease call Croí at 091 544310 to enquire about booking\n \nTitle: “I Know What To Do\, So Why Can’t I Do It: Understanding How To Make Healthy Behaviours Stick”\n  \nEvent Details:  \nSpeaker: Prof Michael Vallis\, Health Psychologist from Dalhousie University Canada.  \nDate: Wednesday\, 22nd November\, 2023.   \nTime: 7pm – 8:30pm  \nVenue: Croí House\, Newcastle\, Galway\, H91 FF68.   \nThis free event is aimed at those who are living with or affected by cardiovascular disease\, at risk of CVD and those who are looking to improve their cardiovascular health by integrating and maintaining healthy habits and routines in their everyday lives.   \nThis event may be of interest to a wide range of people\, such as anyone managing high blood pressure or high cholesterol\, people interested in maintaining a healthy weight and exercise regime or anyone who has had a stroke or a cardiac event and is working on lifestyle changes to live well with their condition.   \nHosted by Dr Lisa Hynes\, a Health Psychologist and Head of Health Programmes at Croí\, the event will include an engaging presentation by Dr Michael Vallis\, an expert on this topic and plenty of time for audience questions and discussion.    \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from an expert in the field of health psychology and gain a deeper understanding of how to make lasting\, positive changes in your cardiovascular health journey. To reserve your spot please visit register using the button below. Limited places available so registration is essential.  \n \n More Information\n \nAbout Professor Vallis  \nProf Vallis is the founder of the Behavior Change Institute and a hugely experienced clinician and consultant in health behaviour change with expertise in cardiovascular disease\, obesity and diabetes. He also works as a lecturer in Dalhousie University\, Canada and has conducted many research studies particularly focusing on effective communication by health service providers.  \nhttps://www.behaviourchangeinstitute.ca/WELCOME.html  URL:https://croi.ie/event/behaviourtalk/ LOCATION:Croí Heart & Stroke Centre\, Croí House\, Moyola Lane\, Newcastle\, Galway\, H91 FF68\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://croi.ie/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Public-Talk-Croi-Connects-in-the-Community-Poster-November-22nd-2023-736-x-500-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cro%C3%AD":MAILTO:info@croi.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220730 DTSTAMP:20221129T213251Z CREATED:20221026T104543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T213251Z UID:10000010-1659052800-1659139199@croi.ie SUMMARY:Croí Race Day At The Galway Races DESCRIPTION:Croí is delighted to announce that the Annual Croí Race Day at the Galway Races is back on the calendar for 2022 and will be held on Friday 29th July. \nFor more information and to reserve a table this year\, please contact Christine at christine@croi.ie. \nTickets include: complimentary coach transfer to and from Ballybrit; admission to the racecourse; admission to the top floor Panoramic Suite of the Killanin Stand; drinks reception on arrival; 4-course complimentary meal with wines; afternoon tea; guest tipster; private tote facilities and after-races entertainment. \nOnce again\, all proceeds directly support the ongoing fight against heart disease and stroke. We hope to see you there! URL:https://croi.ie/event/croi-race-day-at-the-galway-races/ LOCATION:Croí Heart & Stroke Centre\, Croí House\, Moyola Lane\, Newcastle\, Galway\, H91 FF68\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Fundraising ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://croi.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Croí-Galway-Races.png ORGANIZER;CN="Cro%C3%AD":MAILTO:info@croi.ie END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR