The HSE provides public health and social care services to everyone living in Ireland. Not monitored 24/7. In an emergency dial 999.

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A stroke is a life-threatening medical condition. The second you suspect a stroke is the second you dial 999 or 112. Think F.A.S.T. Face, Arms, Speech, Time. ➡️ bit.ly/3ZtBIm1
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If you or your family feel unwell, consider all healthcare options so you can get the right care, from the right place.
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I gcás an-chuid gnáththinnis laethúla, amhail slaghdán, casacht nó scornach tinn, ní gá antaibheathach a ghlacadh agus is féidir iad a chóireáil sa bhaile. Faigh amach cén chaoi iad a chóireáil sa bhaile agus cathain ba cheart cabhair a lorg: bit.ly/4q1P83T
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If you or your family feel unwell, consider all healthcare options so you can get the right care, from the right place.
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Sticks and stones may break your bones, but we can help. You'll get specialist care at your nearest injury unit for recent injuries (less than 6 weeks old) that are not life-threatening and unlikely to need admission to hospital. Injury units can treat: ➡️ broken bones, sprains and strains, from knees to toes and from collarbone to fingertips ➡️ minor facial injuries (including oral, dental and nasal injuries) ➡️ minor scalds and burns ➡️ wounds, bites, cuts, grazes and scalp lacerations (cuts) ➡️ small abscesses and boils ➡️ splinters and fish hooks ➡️ objects stuck in eyes, ears or nose ➡️ minor head injuries (fully-conscious patients, who did not have loss of consciousness or vomit after the head injury) For more information, visit: bit.ly/3NCOX12
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Going on holidays? Don't forget to apply for your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) if you're travelling abroad. It covers you for free or reduced cost healthcare when you are on holiday, or on a short-term stay in Europe. You can also store your EHIC in the HSE Health App. ➡️bit.ly/4suA158
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Is gortuithe coitianta iad leonadh agus stangadh a bhaineann do na matáin agus do na ballnaisc. Cuidíonn na 4 chéim seo ar a dtugtar teiripe SOCA le hat a laghdú agus na gortuithe seo a chothú. 1. Scíth 2. Oighear 3. Comhbhrú 4. Ardú Foghlaim faoi na huaireanta ba cheart cabhair leighis a fháil anseo: bit.ly/4qHIQqR
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A lot of everyday illnesses like colds, coughs or sore throats don’t need an antibiotic and can be treated at home. Find out how you can treat them at home and when to get help: bit.ly/4pg271b
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Vitamin D plays an important role in keeping your bones and muscles healthy. Everyone in Ireland needs to take a vitamin D supplement, either all year or some of the year. The amount you need depends on your age, skin tone, your situation and the time of year: bit.ly/4ppQlBD
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You can apply for a Drugs Payment Scheme (DPS) card if you or your family pay more than €80 a month for: ➡️ approved prescribed drugs and medicines ➡️ rental costs for a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine ➡️ rental costs for oxygen You can also store your DPS card in the HSE Health App. Apply online: bit.ly/44SPZfk
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Tá réimse buntáistí agus scéimeanna ar fáil a chuideoidh le costais cúraim sláinte. Is féidir do chártaí a choimeád in Aip Shláinte FSS. Tuilleadh eolais ar fáil anseo: bit.ly/4sp5Ex6
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Stomach or tummy pains in pregnancy are very common and can happen at any time. Most of the time, they are nothing to worry about. But sometimes they can be a sign of something more serious. It is important to know what to look out for in each trimester and when to get help: bit.ly/4qH5501 #HSEMyChild
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We're extremely busy again today, experiencing high call volume - mostly due to the icy weather conditions. Know your urgent care options. If you have an injury from a slip or fall in the cold please consider all available care options, including injury units, GP or pharmacy.
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Sticks and stones may break your bones, but we can help. You'll get specialist care at your nearest injury unit for recent injuries (less than 6 weeks old) that are not life-threatening and unlikely to need admission to hospital. Injury units can treat: ➡️ broken bones, sprains and strains, from knees to toes and from collarbone to fingertips ➡️ minor facial injuries (including oral, dental and nasal injuries) ➡️ minor scalds and burns ➡️ wounds, bites, cuts, grazes and scalp lacerations (cuts) ➡️ small abscesses and boils ➡️ splinters and fish hooks ➡️ objects stuck in eyes, ears or nose ➡️ minor head injuries (fully-conscious patients, who did not have loss of consciousness or vomit after the head injury) For more information, visit: bit.ly/4aNPbMJ
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Children grow and develop fast, eating the right amount of a variety of foods can help children grow, learn, and play well. Read our tips on how to prepare a healthy lunchbox for your child: bit.ly/4qFgz48
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We are aware of a possible scam text pretending to be the HSE, claiming a refund is due and asking for bank details via a link. We will never ask for bank details by text. Do not click on the link. Block the sender and delete the message. #ScamAlert
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Some chest infections are mild and they clear up on their own. Others can be severe and life-threatening. For information on treatment, visit: bit.ly/4prFF5x
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Flu is circulating widely across Ireland. It’s not too late to get vaccinated to help protect you and the people around you. To check which vaccines are recommended for you, visit our website or talk to a participating GP or pharmacist: bit.ly/4qEejtP #FluVaccine
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Tendonitis is when a tendon swells after a tendon injury. There are tendons all over your body. They connect your muscles to bones in your joints, for example, in your knees. Find information about symptoms, treatment and preventing tendonitis: bit.ly/49is6PI
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You may be asked for your PPSN (personal public services number) the next time you attend a HSE service, to help us further safely and uniquely identify you. If you do not have a PPS number, you will still receive healthcare. Learn more: bit.ly/4bnzo7g
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