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There are some groups of people who may be more at risk of serious illness if they catch coronavirus. But it is not thought that these groups have a higher risk of catching coronavirus. This is similar to other infections such as flu. At-risk groups You are more at risk of serious illness if you […]

31st March 2020 Vaccination Appointment Advice / COVID-19 29th March 2020 COVID-19 Support Line for Older People ALONE has launched a national support line and additional supports for older people who have concerns or are facing difficulties relating to the outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus). Professional staff are available to answer queries and give advice and […]

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 […]