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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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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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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The HPV Vaccine Programme-an essential & safe healthcare intervention
The HPV vaccine programme is in place to help prevent women from developing cervical cancer, and men and women from developing cancers of the head and neck. We are all aware of
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Contraceptive Options
We see lots of people every month wondering about their options when it comes to contraception. Happily there are lots of methods out there and couples will largely find one that suits
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Postnatal Depression and the ‘Baby Blues’
Bringing a new child into the world is of course associated with a wide range of emotions, and it can be a bit of a rollercoaster, especially for first time parents. Lots
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