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Here at Charter Medical we have a dedicated women’s health clinic, providing an easily accessible service with focused consultations on all aspects of women’s health. Our team are trained to give safe, evidence-based, non-judgmental advice on a range of health topics including contraception, fertility and menopause. Please follow the links to the left of this page for a full list of our services.
Appointments can be made via our website or via phone. Please be advised that our administrative team may need to ask some personal questions to help decide which appointment type is most-suited to your needs.
HPV Cervical Screening
HPV cervical screening is a new way of screening, first introduced into Ireland in March 2020. It is not a test for cancer, it is a test to help prevent more cancers from developing by testing for the human papilloma virus (HPV).
This test is free of charge for women, aged over 25, who are due a test under the national screening programme. You can check your eligibility for a free smear at www.cervicalcheck.ie
Private cervical smear testing service is also available upon request for women aged 25 and over.
HPV Vaccination Service
We provide vaccination against the HPV (Human papilloma virus) with the most up to date Gardasil 9 vaccine. The HPV vaccine protects against the HPV virus which can cause cancer and genital warts in men and women. It can prevent against the types of HPV that cause nine out of ten cancers. The vaccine also offers men protection against some anal and oral cancers. It is currently used for women and men aged 9-26 years, but also available to those outside of these age ranges. Patients will need to see our doctors to assess suitability, with first dose available on the same day. New clinical evidence supports getting the vaccine even if there is HPV detected on a smear test & for all women and men.
National Immunisation Advisory Committee (NIAC) recommend (2022) administered by injection into the muscle of the arm:
Single Vaccine to males & females aged 9 to 24.
Two Vaccines six months apart for over anyone over 25.
Costs:
Per vaccine €275.00
For more information on Gardasil 9:
http://www.chartermedical.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Gardasil-9-20221020.pdf
Sexual Health Services
Comprehensive sexual health screening and advice is available at the clinic through a team of dedicated nurses and doctors. Our team members are skilled at diagnosing and treating common sexual infections. Our services also include rapid HIV testing, cryotherapy and vaccinations.
Full service details can be found at:
http://chartermedical.ie/sexual-health-clinic
Women’s Executive Health Screen
The Executive Health Screen at Charter Medical is ideal for anyone who recognises the need to take better care of her health and can be tailored according to age, personal requirements and/or concerns.
Full screening service details can be found at:
