At present we are living in challenging times. We understand that you have many concerns regarding Covid-19 and also regarding new and ongoing medical problems. It is important to stress that we are available for all your medical needs. We would like in particular to see patients for: Pregnancy Care Childhood Vaccinations Acute Medical Needs…
There has been a large increase in mumps cases nationally since late 2018, with over 2,000 cases this year. Recently we have begun to see an increase in Cork and Kerry. So far this year, 68 cases have been notified in the area. The majority of cases are in the 15-24 years old age groups…
The flu season has well and truly arrived. Influenza activity is likely to have peaked in late December 2019, but has remained at high levels in Ireland during the first weeks of January. Confirmed influenza hospitalisations are at high levels. The Flu Vaccine is still available in the surgery please ring 021 423 1144 to…
Welcome to our new website! From the 1st January 2020 we will be changing our practice name to “Westbury Family Practice” . It will the same great team and the same great medical care and attention. The name change reflects the growth in our practice over the last decade and we look forward to meeting…
The Minister for Health has proposed legislation to Cabinet for a ban on the sales of e-cigarettes to under 18’s. It is estimated that about one in four 15-17 year olds in Ireland have tried e-cigarettes at least once. The Centres for Disease Prevention and Control in the Use confirmed on October 20th 2019 that…
If you are planning a holiday to a faraway destination in 2020, please check to see if you need vaccinations for your destination on www.fitfortravel.com Ideally contact the surgery in good time before you travel in order to achieve maximum immunity. You are advised to book in at least 1 month prior to your departure. …