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At Happythreads, sustainability is an ongoing commitment. The Healing Hands 360 collection reflects this approach, combining recycled materials with high-performance design as we continue working towards a more circular future for healthcare workwear.

From a farm in Donegal to vet school in Poland, Chaylee shares the real, unfiltered side of becoming a vet. The challenges, the pressure, the self-doubt and the small wins that make it all worth it.

A third-year medical student at King’s College London reflects on the realities of medical training, wellbeing and identity, sharing their journey as a happythreads affiliate navigating life in medicine.

Alec reflects on his journey into medicine, from childhood curiosity and years of biomedical study to creating accessible educational content and preparing to begin life as a doctor.

A Canadian medical student training in Ireland reflects on life in her final year of medical school, balancing hospital wards, exams and content creation while navigating uncertainty, independence and the realities of medicine. A personal look at growth, resilience and what it means to keep going when the days are long and the coffee is strong.

Henry Li is an Irish medical student who knows first-hand what long hospital days really look like. From early ward rounds to late study sessions, he shares how the right scrubs make a genuine difference to comfort, confidence, and performance. As a Happythreads affiliate, Henry offers an honest look at student life in medicine and the uniforms he relies on every day.

Katie Costello shares her journey from student nurse to emergency department nurse in Ireland. From long commutes and early mornings to postgraduate study, real ED life, and finding balance beyond the uniform, this is an honest look at nursing today.

Every year, Ireland trains highly skilled medical graduates, yet many leave soon after qualifying. From hospital overcrowding and housing pressure to rota intensity and unclear training pathways, this article explores why so many doctors go abroad and what needs to change to retain them.

Overheating on shift isn’t normal. If your nurse uniform leaves you sweating on the ward and freezing outside, it’s time to rethink fabric and fit. This guide breaks down why it happens and how to choose nurse uniforms that stay breathable, comfortable and practical for long shifts.

Irish winter shifts demand smart layering. This guide explains how to choose nurse uniforms that stay warm outdoors, breathe indoors and move comfortably all day.

Healthcare assistants across Ireland have voted by an overwhelming majority to take industrial action, citing long-standing pay disputes, broken agreements and unsustainable working conditions. This article explains what led to the ballot, who is affected and what could happen next for home support services in 2026.

Discover how Irish healthcare professionals can claim significant tax rebates on uniforms. Follow our simple guide to navigate through revenue.ie and claim what you're due.