A second case of measles in Ireland for 2024 was confirmed to have occurred in the West of Ireland last week. There are also another 20 ‘suspected cases’ around the country. The Chief Medical Officer Breda Smyth has also said she is “very concerned” that Ireland is at high risk of a measles outbreak. While […]
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Travel vaccines should be an essential part of your holiday preparation if you are planning a trip to Southeast Asia. We recommend planning your travel vaccines at least six to four weeks before your intended trip as some vaccines take a long time to become effective. There are no mandatory travel vaccines required to travel
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Type 2 diabetes is becoming a big problem in this country. In fact, research done by the HSE predicts that cases of type 2 diabetes in Ireland will increase by 60% in the next 10- 15 years.[1] To know why this is happening it’s important to understand what type 2 diabetes is. It occurs when
1 in 13 people suffer from asthma making it one of the most common chronic respiratory diseases in Ireland. For those people, day-to-day life can be stressful and difficult especially if they feel like they have no control over their condition. Although there is no cure for asthma, thankfully there are many different ways to
Having a healthy immune system is vital because it’s your first line of defence against harmful organisms such as bacteria, parasites and viruses. If you suffer from regular infections, headaches, fatigue, digestive problems and even cold hands you may have a weak immune system. Thankfully, there are ways to improve your immune health by considering
Each year in Ireland, sepsis is responsible for a shocking 60% of hospital deaths. [1] This is why this life-threatening health condition is one that should not be overlooked. Sepsis sometimes referred to as blood poisoning, happens when an infection in your body triggers your immune system to turn against itself to harm your body’s
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Life can be stressful and overwhelming at times, and this can cause strain on your body and mind. It’s important to check in on your body and give it the care it needs. Meditation is a great way to do just that. Meditation is a practice of staying focused and in the moment while retaining
A new scheme has been introduced which provides women aged 17 to 25 with free access to contraception and contraceptive healthcare. The scheme is backed by the Irish Medical Organization (IMO), Department of Health and HSE. Hazelhill Family Practice will be participating in the scheme and here are the key details. Who is eligible for
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Hazelhill Family Practice will once again be providing flu vaccine clinics from 11th October. Any patients who wish to book a vaccine appointment with us in Ballyhaunis should contact us through the website, by email or by phone. How the flu vaccine works The vaccine works by protecting against 4 strains of the flu virus.
Hazelhill Family Practice are pleased to share the details of the Living Well scheme – a free, six-week programme for adults with long-term health conditions. This 6 week programme equips patients with practical skills and confidence to self-manage their long-term health condition. Conditions can include heart conditions, COPD, asthma, diabetes, stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), arthritis,
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