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Healthcare services in Ireland

WebMedical card. If your income is below a certain level you may get a medical card (Some people can get a card without an income test, for example, people who are entitled to a …

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Self-isolation for COVID-19

WebSelf-isolation means staying at home and completely avoiding contact with other people. You no longer need to restrict your movements, but you must self-isolate if …

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Access to medical records

WebAccessing medical records in the public healthcare system. You can access your medical records in the public healthcare system: By writing to Health Service …

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Drugs and medicines

WebIrish residents are entitled to either free or subsidised approved prescribed drugs and medicines and certain medical and surgical aids and appliances.

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Travelling from Ireland for healthcare in Europe

WebIf you are ‘ordinarily resident’ in Ireland, you can choose to access healthcare in other countries in the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (this includes …

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Health and safety at work

WebThe rights and obligations of both employers and employees in relation to health and safety at work are set out in the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 (as amended). …

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Physiotherapy services

WebPhysiotherapy is used to treat pain, injury, disability and illnesses that can affect you at any age. A physiotherapist is a healthcare professional who:

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Blood and organ donation

WebBlood donation services are organised by the Irish Blood Transfusion Service. Rules about donating blood. Hepatitis C and the Health Amendment Act Card. Services that are …

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Vaccines for COVID-19

WebA first booster is recommended for everyone aged 18 and over. After this, spring and autumn boosters are recommended for some people. If you had COVID-19, you need to …

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Health and safety

WebEmployers' responsibilities to employees regarding health and safety measures in the workplace.

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Public health nurses

WebWhat is a public healthcare nurse? Public health nurses (PHN’S) are registered nurses employed by the Health Service Executive (HSE). They are often based in your local …

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Charges for hospital services

WebCharges for going to an emergency department. If you attend an emergency department without being referred there by a GP, there is a charge of €100. There is no charge if you …

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Department of Health

WebThe Government, the Minister for Health and the Department of Health are at the head of the health service. The Department's main role is to support the Minister and Ministers of …

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Health care for new residents

WebIf you are a national of the European Economic Area (EEA), the UK or Switzerland, or if you are normally resident in Ireland, you are entitled to receive the same level of health care …

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Drugs Payment Scheme

WebYou must be living in Ireland and intend to live here for a minimum of one year (ordinarily resident).If you have a medical card you should have reduced prescription charges and …

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Tax relief on medical expenses

WebYou can claim tax relief on medical expenses you pay for yourself or for any other person. You must claim tax relief within the 4 years following the year in which you paid for the …

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Health and Safety Benefit

WebHealth and Safety Benefit is a weekly payment for employed women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and who are granted health and safety leave by their employer.. You are …

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