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Communication to GPs from HSE re. updated case definition, priority groups and resources: FAQs: What do GPs advise people who were referred for test prior to COB Tues 23d March? All test appointments for Friday 27 March and after are now cancelled; the tests for Healthcare workers will still be processed. People who do not […]

Infectious disease outbreaks like coronavirus (COVID-19), can be worrying. This can affect your mental health. But there are many things you can do to mind your mental health during times like this. How your mental health might be affected The spread of coronavirus is a new and challenging event. Some people might find it more […]

The Influenza Vaccination will be available at Athboy Family Practice  It is very important that at risk patients ensure they receive the vaccination before any potential outbreak of seasonal flu. If you are 65 or over or have a long term medical condition you should also ask your doctor about the pneumococcal vaccine which protects […]

Dr Valerie Cronin will be returning to work on the 1st July 2019. 

1. Do not smoke. Do not use any form of tobacco. 2. Make your home smoke free. Support smoke-free policies in your workplace 3. Take action to be a healthy body weight. 4. Be physically active in everyday life. Limit the time you spend sitting. 5. Have a healthy diet: Eat plenty of whole grains, […]

CervicalCheck A cervical screening test (previously known as a smear test) looks to see if you might be at greater risk of developing cervical cancer in the future. This is why it can be so effective in reducing the risk of cancer. The following external link to the HSE website  should tell you everything you […]

TRAVEL VACCINATIONS. Athboy Family Practice is a licensed Yellow Fever Centre and Dr Anthony Ryan is a registered member of the Irish Travel Medicine Association. Travel vaccinations available (held on site) include Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Yellow Fever, Tetanus, Diphtheria and Polio. Every patient travelling needs an individual consultation, taking personal medical history, trip […]

There has been an increase in the number of cases of  Pertussis (Whooping Cough) in recent months. Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way of protecting against whooping cough. Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly infectious bacterial disease involving the respiratory tract. It is caused by a bacterium that is found […]

From 20th September 2018 Seasonal Influenza Vaccination 2018/2019 The Influenza Vaccination will be available at Athboy Family Practice It is very important that at risk patients ensure they receive the vaccination before any potential outbreak of seasonal flu. If you are 65 or over or have a long term medical condition you should also ask […]

Further to recent measles, the HSE has been notified about a further five cases, bringing the outbreak to 11 cases so far. Measles cases are also occurring in children and adults who are in contact with measles cases in the community in Dublin.     Measles symptoms include: High fever Cough Runny nose Red eyes […]