Vaccines given before, during and after pregnancy offer a safe and effective way to protect you and your child from certain diseases. We offer a range of vaccinations recommended by the Irish health authorities for women during this important time. If you have any worries or questions about vaccinations you and your baby may require, …
The flu (influenza) vaccine is a safe and effective way to protect you from the influenza virus. What is the flu virus? The flu is a highly infectious and acute respiratory (breathing) illness that is caused by the influenza virus. It affects people of all ages and commonly occurs during the winter months. The flu …
The menopause is one of the most significant biological changes a woman will go through in her life. The menopause is defined as the last menstrual period and occurs as a natural reduction in hormone production as a woman gets older. The falling level of hormones, particularly oestrogen, is thought to cause the menopausal symptoms …
Vaccines given before, during and after pregnancy offer a safe and effective way to protect you and your child from certain diseases. Galway East Medical Practice offer a range of vaccinations recommended by the Irish health authorities for women during this important time. If you have any worries or questions about vaccinations you and your …
Starting a family is a joyous and exciting time, but it can also be challenging for some. Here, at Galway East Medical Practice we are delighted to accompany you on this journey and are happy to answer any worries or questions you may have at each step of the way. We provide antenatal care and …
Breast awareness means knowing what is normal for you so you can recognise any unusual changes that may occur. This is important for all women of all ages. The sooner you notice a change, the earlier it can be checked. If cancer is found and treated early, there is a much greater chance of success. …
Your cervical smear test is the most effective way to detect changes in the cells of the cervix (neck of the womb). Changes are common but your smear test can pick up on early changes so they can be monitored and treated. The earlier abnormal cell changes are found, the easier they are to treat. …
Well Woman health checks are a fantastic and convenient way of assessing your overall health and wellbeing and can help identify early signs of disease. Early detection of medical issues allows us to work together and be proactive about your health. Together we will explore your current health concerns, previous medical problems, family health issues …
There are several different types of contraception available to women in Ireland. Each type of contraception varies in how effective they are at preventing pregnancy, how much they cost, how easy they are to use, and whether they also protect against sexually transmitted infections (STI). Using two types of contraceptive methods, such as the birth …