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1890 numbers are no longer in use in Ireland

Reminder: 1890 numbers are no longer in use in Ireland – our helpline is available on 01-2107906

Statement Regarding Operation Transformation – 05/01/22

We are aware of concerns regarding Operation Transformation, this is our statement.

Christmas Support Services

We are here to listen and support you in any way we can over the Christmas. Please see our support services schedule below.

Podcast Episode 2 – Coronavirus and Eating Disorders: Voices from around the world

For our latest podcast, we spoke with staff in eating disorder organisations around the world about their experiences of supporting people during Covid-19. 

Specialist Eating Disorder Service, Mount Carmel Hospital – Statement from Bodywhys

‘Spencer’ Film – Advice from Bodywhys

Bodywhys is aware of the newly released film, Spencer, portraying the life of Princess Diana, released on November 5th. The film, rated 12A, contains graphic scenes of eating disorder behaviours, self-harm and specific mentions of weight.  Having seen Spencer in its entirety, Bodywhys highlights that the visual and other elements of the film may raise concerns for people affected by or vulnerable to eating disorders.

November 26th 2021 – Coping with Christmas

This webinar is for those who want to learn how they can support a person with an eating disorder around this time. To book, please email Ruby on: info@bodywhys.ie.

COVID-19 & Eating Disorders research study published – Journal of Clinical Medicine

Review of Ireland’s First Year of the COVID-19 Pandemic Impact on People Affected by Eating Disorders: ‘Behind Every Screen There Was a Family Supporting a Person with an Eating Disorder’  Earlier this year, Bodywhys was asked to work on a research paper about eating disorders. The study was recent published in the Journal of Clinical Medicine. […]

Employment Opportunity – Communications Officer – *Now closed*

Covid-19 Vaccines Update

Recently, we asked the Department of Health about vaccines for people with eating disorders. You can find the response here.