Free Services
There are a number of free services that you may be eligible for when it comes to your health and it is definitely worth being up to speed on these. We have
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Flu Vaccine 2018-2019
Winter is coming and our 2018 season flu vaccine is now in stock!! Before we get into the specifics of this years vaccine, we should address some questions we have been getting
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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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Chickenpox
Fevers, pain, widespread vesicular rash, tears and missed days from creche…….there must be Chickenpox doing the rounds! We have seen a number of cases of Chickenpox recently and whilst this common condition
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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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