Resources
Please see some useful links and resources that you might find helpful.
We try to keep these up to date if you find one not working please let us know.
Dermatology
Please see some useful links below on commonly managed dermatological conditions in Gp.
Eczema
https://irishskin.ie/eczema/
https://www.dermcoll.edu.au/atoz/dermatitis-eczema/
https://nationaleczema.org/blog/eczema-in-skin-of-color/
https://www.osmosis.org/learn/atopic_dermatitis
https://www.bad.org.uk/pils/atopic-eczema/
https://a.storyblok.com/f/109768/x/7d005c7e11/dr_b01_w01_s02_p04_block-4_ladder-table.pdf
https://www.informedhealth.org/steroids-and-other-topical-medications.html
https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/20892
https://pedsderm.net/site/assets/files/1028/spd_eczema_food_allergies_color_web_1.pdf
Psoriasis
https://www.globalpsoriasisatlas.org/en/
https://www.globalpsoriasisatlas.org/en/stories/all-stories
https://patient.info/skin-conditions/psoriasis-leaflet
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMUPuqt-khY
https://pedsderm.net/for-patients-families/patient-handouts/#Psoriasis
https://www.psoteen.org.uk
ACNE
https://irishskin.ie/acne/
https://www.talkhealthpartnership.com/talkacne/
https://www.osmosis.org/learn/acne-vulgaris?query=Acne_vulgaris&from=%2Fmd
Hidradenitis suppurativa
Irish Skin Foundation/ Hidradenitis Suppurativa
https://www.irishskinfoundation.ie
Hyperhidrosis Support Group: (USA+UK)
To give advice on line to those suffering from Hyperhidrosis, including basic treatment options.
https://www.sweathelp.org (USA site)
https://www.hyperhidrosisuk.org (UK site)
Allergy UK
Alopecia UK
Vitiligo Society (UK)
https://www.vitiligosociety.org.uk
Birthmarks
https://www.birthmarksupportgroup.org.uk
The British Association of Dermatologists has comprehensive list of patient support groups:
https://www.bad.org.uk/for-the-public/patient-support-groups
Skin Checks
Please see some excellent links below on skin cancer information:
https://www.cancer.ie/cancer-information-and-support/cancer-types/skin-cancer
https://www.cancer.ie/cancer-information-and-support/cancer-types/skin-cancer/sunsmart-code
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9BNVwUyjGO8
https://www.skinhealthinfo.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/ABCDEasy-Leaflet.pdf
https://pedsderm.net/site/assets/files/1028/3_spd_moles-melanoma_web_final.pdf
https://cdn.bad.org.uk/uploads/2021/11/01100722/Actinic-keratoses-PIL-Jan-2024.pdf
https://cdn.bad.org.uk/uploads/2021/12/06105630/Seborrhoeic-keratosis-PIL-Oct-2022.pdf
https://www.bad.org.uk/pils/melanocytic-naevi-pigmented-moles/
https://cdn.bad.org.uk/uploads/2021/11/19174116/Basal-cell-carcinoma-PIL-Oct-2022.pdf
https://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/squamous-cell-carcinoma/
https://cdn.bad.org.uk/uploads/2021/12/29200259/Melanoma-in-situ-UPDATE-AUGUST-2018-Lay-reviewed-July-2018-1.pdf
https://www.bad.org.uk/pils/5-fluorouracil-cream/
https://cdn.bad.org.uk/uploads/2021/11/08113356/Cryotherapy-PIL-Oct-2022.pdf
Community Based Surgery
Women’s Health
Pregnancy
Please see some very helpful links below:
Care pathways
https://irelandsouthwid.cumh.hse.ie/maternity/pregnancy/antenatal-care-options/
Due date Calculator
https://irelandsouthwid.cumh.hse.ie/maternity/pregnancy/due-date-calculator/
Classes and preparation
https://irelandsouthwid.cumh.hse.ie/maternity/pregnancy/education-preparation/
Supplements and nutrition during pregnancy
https://www.rcm.org.uk/media/4324/az-of-pregnancy-and-nutritition.pdf
https://www.first1000days.ie/
https://www.safefood.net/family-health/pregnancy
Keeping well during pregnancy
https://metrosouth.health.qld.gov.au/sites/default/files/keeping_well_booklet_web.pdf
https://www.ted.com/talks/alexandra_sacks_a_new_way_to_think_about_the_transition_to_motherhood?language=en
Mental health during and after pregnancy
https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/publications/mentalhealth/mental-health-in-pregnancy.pdf
https://irelandsouthwid.cumh.hse.ie/support-services/perinatal-mental-health/
https://www.mindful.org/belly-breathing/#:~:text=Inhaling%20through%20your%20nose%20and,let%20your%20belly%20be%20effortless
Nausea during pregnancy
Pelvic girdle pain
https://irelandsouthwid.cumh.hse.ie/file-library/patient-information-documents/pelvic-girdle-pain-booklet-sept-2019-pdf.pdf
https://rotunda.ie/rotunda-pdfs/PIL/Updated%20PGP%20handout%20Dec%202022.pdf?_t=1669829171
Reflection on birth
https://irelandsouthwid.cumh.hse.ie/support-services/birth-reflections-service/
Bereavement and loss
https://irelandsouthwid.cumh.hse.ie/support-services/pregnancy-loss/
Unplanned Pregnancy Support Services
https://irelandsouthwid.cumh.hse.ie/maternity/pregnancy/crisis-pregnancy/
Bladder and Bowel Continence post partum
Contraception and Sexual Health
[Content to be added]
Men’s Health
[Content to be added]
Mental Health
Please see some useful links and resources that you might find helpful:
https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/
https://web.ntw.nhs.uk/selfhelp/
https://stresscontrol.ie/free-zone/
https://www.hse.ie/eng/about/who/cspd/medicines-management/bzra-for-anxiety-insomnia/the-good-sleep-guide.pdf
https://www.hse.ie/eng/about/who/cspd/medicines-management/bzra-for-anxiety-insomnia/the-good-relaxation-guide.pdf
http://www.beaumont.ie/index.jsp?p=528&n=532&a=0 Mindfulness techniques
https://www.silvercloudhealth.com/ie/free-mental-health-support?hsCtaTracking=0580697b-5df5-4a15-9af2-f7bab8fbe852%7C6f5a8513-0345-4940-869a-7343952a7779 Silver cloud provides a free 8 week CBT programme
https://www.pieta.ie/contact/ Freecall the helpline on 1800 247 247, or you can simply text HELP to 51444
https://www.samaritans.org/?nation=ireland¤cy=EUR
https://www.talktotom.ie/
https://www.aware.ie/
https://turn2me.ie/
https://www.gov.ie/en/service/8578c4-access-the-employability-service/?referrer=https://www.welfare.ie/en/Pages/EmployAbility-Service.aspx
Children’s Health
Immunisation booklet
https://www.hse.ie/eng/health/immunisation/pubinfo/pcischedule/engyourchildsimm.pdf
Fluid Intake for Children
https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/2/primarycare/community-funded-schemes/continence/public/fluid-advice.pdf
Crumlin Hospital children patient information leaflets
https://www.childrenshealthireland.ie/your-hospital-visit/patient-information-leaflets/#F
RCH patient information leaflets
https://www.rch.org.au/kidsinfo/fact_sheets/#tab-H
Common Childhood Illness
https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/common-illnesses/
Vitamin D Supplementation
https://www2.hse.ie/babies-children/weaning-eating/nutrition-baby/vitamin-d/
Under 8s GP Visit Card
All children under 8 years of age living in Ireland can get a GP visit card.
The under 8s GP visit card covers:
- free GP visits
- out-of-hours urgent GP care
- care for children with asthma
https://www2.hse.ie/services/schemes-allowances/gp-visit-cards/under-8s/
You can register by clicking the following link
https://www.sspcrs.ie/portal/free-gp-care-web/pub
Healthy eating for families
https://www2.hse.ie/living-well/healthy-eating/families/
https://www.hse.ie/eng/health/child/nurture/
Chronic Disease Management
Preventative Health
[Content to be added]