Rowe Creavin Medical

24/09/2025

Yep — it’s that time of year again! 💉

Getting your annual flu vaccine is one of the best ways to protect yourself and others, especially as we head into the colder months when flu viruses spread more easily.

A few quick reminders:

Best time to get it: Ideally by the end of October, but it’s still worth getting later if you haven’t got it by then.

It takes about 2 weeks for full protection to kick in.

09/09/2025

💙We want to look after all our patients.
At the Rowe Creavin Medical Practice, it is our priority to give all our patients the care and attention they need.
1,460 patients did not attend (DNA) or cancel their appointments between Jan & Aug 2025. That is a total of 1,460 wasted appointments.
1. Every DNA means longer waiting times for everyone.
2. Vulnerable groups may be most effected by people not attending or cancelling appointments.
3. If you cant make your appointment, please cancel it as soon as possible. Failure to do so may result in a charge.
Thank you💙

05/09/2025

Now available at the RoweCreavin practice, SkinScan.ie. Dr. David Brennan is a GP specialising in dermoscopy and the early detection of skin cancer. Living in the sunny south east we have an increased risk of sunshine exposure and we need to look after our skin health. www.skinscan.ie

27/08/2025

🍂 A few Autumn & Back-to-School Health Tips.

Practical advice for parents to help children stay healthy and happy as school starts and the seasons change.

🧼 Infections & Immunity

Handwashing before meals and after the toilet.
Remind children to use tissues when sneezing or coughing.

💤 Sleep & Routine

Return to a regular bedtime/wake-up routine.
Aim for 9–12 hours (school-age) or 8–10 hours (teens).

🥗 Nutrition & Hydration

Balanced meals with seasonal fruit & veg (e.g. apples, pears, carrots).
Pack healthy snack and encourage kids to drink water.

🏃‍♂️ Physical & Mental Health

Encourage outdoor play—fresh air supports mood & sleep.
Look out for anxiety signs (tummy aches, poor sleep, reluctance to attend school).
Support downtime—not every hour needs to be scheduled.

🤧 Allergies & Asthma

Cold air and viruses can trigger asthma—check inhalers are in date and available at school.

🏡 Seasonal Home

Stock up on family health basics: paracetamol, ibuprofen & thermometer.

22/08/2025

Leaving Cert Results Day. A day of mixed emotions for so many students , mums, dads, family and friends.

Expect mixed emotions — relief, excitement, worry, disappointment — all are normal.

Avoid comparisons. Everyone’s journey is different, focus on yours and congratulations 🎉🩵

12/08/2025

A true gentleman is laid to rest. Mark a friend and colleague , we all at the Rowe Creavin Medical Practice send our deepest sympathy to Mark's wife, children, family , friends and his colleagues at CCS. You are in out thoughts and prayers.

05/08/2025

11/07/2025

Our fabulous team enjoyed a lovey evening of sunshine, refreshing water, tasty food and great company. Long may the good weather last 😎🌊

11/07/2025

Hope everyone is enjoying the good weather and the beach. Something to be aware of at this time of year are Weever fish.

🦶 Stung by a Weever Fish? Here’s What to Do! 🐟

If you’ve ever been stung by a weever fish at the beach, you’ll know it’s incredibly painful. These small fish bury themselves in the sand in shallow water – and their spines can deliver a nasty sting, generally when stood on. 🏖️

💥 Symptoms:

Sudden, sharp pain (can feel like broken glass) and can get worse over time

Swelling, redness, or bruising

🩹 First Aid Steps:
✅ Immerse the affected area in hot water (as hot as the person can tolerate – but not scalding!) Go to the lifeguards for this.
The heat helps break down the venom.
✅ Remove any visible spines with tweezers (carefully).
✅ Clean the wound with soap and water after soaking.
✅ Take paracetamol or ibuprofen for pain relief if needed.

🚫 Do not:
❌ Use cold water – it can make the pain worse
❌ Ignore it if pain is severe or swelling spreads

🩺 Seek medical help if:

There are signs of infection (increasing redness, pus, fever)

The pain is not easing after home treatment

You feel unwell or have a reaction

🏖️ Top tip: Wear water shoes at the beach to avoid stings!

📌 Save this for summer safety – and share to keep others safe too.

25/06/2025

Wishing the Waterford Minor Team the very best of luck in the All-Ireland 💙
Your hard work, determination, and passion has got you this far. The entire county is behind you. Déise abú! From all the Team@ RoweCreavinMedicalPractice 🏐🏆