Female Health & Health Screening

At Midleton Medi Centre we offer a range of medical services for illnesses and screening specific to women of all ages including;

  • General health
  • Well Women Checks and Screening
  • Menstrual cycle issues
  • Breast Concerns
  • Gynaecological Concerns
  • Fertility and Hormone Concerns
  • Contraception
  • Pregnancy Care
  • Sexual and Psychosexual Health Concerns
  • Sexually Transmitted Infections
  • Menopause & Hormone Replacement Therapy

Regular female health checks can identify early signs of health issues, for example osteoporosis/ bone problems, breast and cervical cancers and heart issues.

We offer a specific Well Women Health Check to provide a comprehensive and tailored review of your health. Full details can be found here

Bone Health

  • Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more at risk of fracturing.
  • For all individuals, women and men, your bones are strongest and thickest until your mid 30s and you gradually start to lose bone strength from approximately age 35.
  • Females are typically more susceptible to weakening of their bones then males due to the decrease of oestrogen after menopause.
  • We at Midleton Medi Centre offer a range of supports and treatment from non-medical to medical interventions as well as referral for bone scans if required.

Breast Screening

Why is breast check and screening important?

  • Breast Cancer is the second most common cancer in women in Ireland, skin cancer being the most common.
  • Every year around 3,400 cases of breast cancer diagnosed in Ireland
  • 1 in 7 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.
  • Breast cancer, when caught early, has the highest five year net survival rate, of 88%, but is the most common cancer in women in Ireland.

Importance of breast self-checks and Screening

It is important for women of all ages to regularly check their breasts for lumps and changes. If you have any concerns please speak to your GP.

You can watch this video on how to check your breasts for more information.

BreastCheck is a Government-funded programme which provides breast screening

Cervical Screening & Smear Test

Why Cervical Screening?

  • Over 250 women and people with a cervix in Ireland are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year.
  • Early detection of cervical cancer leads to improved outcomes.
  • 99% of cervical cancers can be attributed to Human Papillomavirus (HPV).
  • This means that with the help of the HPV vaccine, cervical cancer could in time be eradicated.
  • A cervical screening test (previously known as a smear test) looks to see if you might be at risk of developing cervical cancer.
  • Details on the cervical screening test can be found here.
  • Midleton Medi Centre is registered with the National Cervical Screening Programme/ Ladies between 25 and 65 are entitled to a free smear test every 3-5 years. In order to avail of this free smear you need to register with Cervical Check at www.cervicalcheck.ie or phone 1800 45 45 55. Please bring your letter of invitation for Cervical Check as well as your PPS number. Smear tests are best done midcycle (2 weeks after the first day of your last period). If you are no longer having periods you may book anytime.

We also offer cervical smears to women outside this age group and please contact our reception on 0214632288 if you wish to find out more information.

Free Contraception Service

In Ireland, Women and people with a uterus aged 17 to 35 can get contraception for free. You do not need a medical card to access this service.

Please see our Contraceptive service here

Menopause

Menopause usually starts between the age of 45 and 55. The average age for a woman to reach menopause is 51.

Early menopause happens when your periods stop before the age of 45.

For more details on Menopause and what we over here at Midleton Medi Centre please click here

Please be aware that the content on this page, along with any links to external sites, is intended for general information purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. While we strive to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the information, errors may occur. We encourage all patients to consult their GP with any health concerns.

Contact details

Midleton, Medi Centre,
69 St Marys Road,
Midleton,
P25 VK63

 

Opening Hours

Weekdays:
Monday to Friday 8:30 to 18:00

Phone:
Lines open from 8:30 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday

Out of Hours:
Contact South Doc on 0818 355 999

Email:
For Health Professional Only: [email protected]

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