Practice News

As we are approaching the winter months, it’s time to start planning on how to best prepare our bodies.  Outbreaks of influenza occur nearly every Over the last number of years there has been an increase in the number of cases of flu, so it’s more important than ever...

Chicken Avocado Roll-Ups Ingreditents 2 avocados, cubed Juice of 1 lime 2 c. Shredded chicken 1 bell peppers, seeds and cores removed, chopped 1/2 small red onion, chopped 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar 2 tbsp. sour cream or low fat mayo 2 tbsp. finely chopped chives 4 large...

We are acutely aware of the anxiety and concerns felt by you regarding the recent revelations with the cervical screening programme. We would encourage all women to continue availing of the cervical screening programme. If you are overdue or due to have a smear test,...

Hay fever is usually seen as a seasonal problem, however for some people it can start earlier and keep going until well into autumn. The majority of people that suffer do so due to the grass pollen. It can start with mild nasal irritation and progress from there. If...

Holiday booked; suitcase ‘mentally packed’ and your all set... bring on that sunshine! Going on holiday is an exciting event, but depending on your destination it can also require some advance planning when it comes to travel vaccination you may require. Requirements...

Every one of us has been touched by cancer in some way and despite how upsetting and frightening this can be, progress is being made. More people than ever before are now surviving cancer. The Irish Cancer Society has invested €20m in lifesaving research since 2010,...

Down Syndrome Ireland is a national voluntary organisation whose aim is to support people with Down Syndrome and their families. The organisations main focuses are on healthcare, education, early development, speech and language therapy, counselling and independence....

Dementia is a term which describes a number of conditions that cause damage to brain cells. Alzheimer's is the most common cause of dementia, which creates problems with a person’s memory, thinking and behaviour. The symptoms will usually develop quite slowly and get...

Whether it is cigarettes, sugar or another habit you are trying to give up, the first step is realising this is something that’s not good for you and taking some action to eliminate it from your life. Each person is different as is each individual’s symptoms and the...