8th December, 2025 – Winter Surge Clinic: appointments are available after 5pm each day this week for acute/new problems only. This is to ease pressure on ShannonDoc and help to meet the demand for patients with winter/new/respiratory problems, etc. Ring to book an appointment or call into the practice at 5pm.
Shannon Medical Centre is delighted to offer FREE contraceptive/ family planning services to ALL women ( no medical card necessary) aged 17 to 31 years inclusive. Please contact the practice for further information and your free appointment.
Walk-in for the Adult flu vaccine is available. COVID boosters also available.
What is Shingles?
Shingles is a viral disease caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox – the herpes-zoster virus. 95% of adults will have had chicken pox in their childhood/adolescent years. Once you have had chickenpox, the virus remains inactive in your body, and can become active again later in life where it causes Shingles.
Who is at risk of developing Shingles?
Once you have had chicken pox you have the virus inactivate in your body so are at risk of developing shingles.
- Over 50 years of age
- Have a weakened immune system
- Under significant stress
- Have certain conditions or on treatments e.g. cancer or HIV.
What are the Symptoms of Shingles?
The symptoms of shingles can range from mild to very severe. Typically it presents as a tingling and some pain on one side of the body, often on your upper body, head, neck or around the eye. A rash can then develop with blisters which can be painful and itchy. The rash can last 2-4 weeks and within this time the blisters dry out and form scabs.
Who is suitable for the shingles vaccination?
The shingles vaccines can be given to people aged 50 or over or to those over 18 years who have a higher risk of getting shingles (immunocompromised).
Price:
Approx €460 for the course but can vary depending on availability
About Us
Shannon Medical Centre is a modern, purpose built general practice designed to allow us to provide our patients with the very best healthcare services. It is a child friendly practice, with a play area and baby-changing facilities. It is also wheelchair accessible.
Shannon Medical Centre is located in Shannon Town Centre and there is parking adjacent to the building. POSTCODE: V14 D377
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