Insomnia
We regularly see patients who are having issues sleeping and it can be intensely frustrating and upsetting if you are having difficulty getting off to sleep (insomnia). Sleep is complex thing and
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An update on the new Data Protection laws (GDPR)
As you may or may not be aware, changes are afoot in relation to how your personal data is stored, accessed, shared and processed. The law governing this comes from the European Union
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Update on Dementia
We regularly see people in the surgery who are concerned about memory loss and whether this is a sign that they are developing dementia. Many people call dementia ‘Alzheimers’ and this is
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The Cervical Screening Programme in Ireland
The cervical screening programme is a free screening programme that is available to all women resident in Ireland who are over the age of 25 and under 60. There is a huge
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5 Ways to get Healthier in 2018
The new year often brings optimism for those who wish to make lifestyle changes. These changes don’t necessarily have to be costly or (too!) painful and with a bit of creativity you can
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Portmarnock GP Clinic Christmas Update
Christmas Opening Hours Christmas is nearly upon us and we have had a number of enquiries about what days we will be open to see our patients over the Christmas
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What you need to know about accessing the Maternity & Infant Care Scheme
The Maternity & Infant Care Scheme If you are pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant it can be a busy, enjoyable and occasionally stressful time! We strongly encourage those who may be
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Hand, foot & mouth disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common and usually benign infection (in most cases!!). Many parents will be very familiar with it and we commonly see cases of HFMD in our
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Treating Acne
Acne is a common and usually treatable condition that we see in our surgery regularly. Understandably it is a huge cause of distress for some patients and it is always worth talking
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Quitting smoking-what’s new?
Quitting smoking is an extremely difficult task, but many patients manage it every year. As GPs we do our best to help and encourage (or cajole!) as necessary when it comes to
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