Park Medical Practice

30/03/2026

Today on World Bipolar Day (March 30th), we’re coming together to raise awareness, encourage understanding, and continue challenging the stigma around bipolar disorder.

It’s also a time to recognise and celebrate the lives of people living with bipolar, while highlighting the need for better supports and services for individuals and families. Open conversations and compassion can make a real difference, especially when so many people may be facing challenges that aren’t always visible.

Remember, you and your loved ones are not alone. Our free mental health programmes and support services are here for you - whether you’re living with bipolar disorder, supporting someone who is, or simply want to learn more 💛

Visit our website to explore all the free resources available as part of our World Bipolar Day campaign 👉 aware.ie/world-bipolar-day/

26/03/2026

We are offering a wide range of supports for patients, families, and carers.
From counselling and support groups to complementary therapies, there’s something for everyone

24/03/2026

19/03/2026

Saturday 21st March is Lots of Socks Day! 🥳

Wear your brightest Socks and support World Down Syndrome Day with Down Syndrome Kerry 😍

12/03/2026

08/03/2026

The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be in Kerry this month at a number of different locations. As ever, they need your donations to maintain their supplies! ❣

PLEASE CONSIDER VOLUNTEERING ❣

* Castleisland - Weds 11th & Thurs 12th March

* Ballybunion - Monday 16th March

* Tralee - Monday 23rd to Thurs 26th March inclusive

* Kenmare - Monday 30th March

* Listowel - Monday 30th & Tues 31st March

08/03/2026

Welcome to a new monthly series that celebrates the remarkable journeys of past students of St Brendan's College—an institution that humbly began in 1860 as a seminary and has since grown into a cradle of leadership, creativity, and global impact. Each month , the schools transition year students ...

23/02/2026

📅Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW) 2026 takes place from February 23rd – March 1st and serves as an opportunity to increase understanding of eating disorders, reduce stigma, and encourage those affected to seek support.
Visit bodywhys.ie for support and help

14/02/2026

UHK issues fresh appeal: Please do not to attend Emergency Department unless critical care is needed



The Emergency Department (ED) at University Hospital Kerry (UHK) continues to be exceptionally busy and should be only used when urgent care is required.



The ED is experiencing far higher attendances than usual and UHK is appealing to the public not to attend unless you need emergency care. Those with non‑urgent needs are asked to seek support from pharmacists, GPs, SouthDoc, or the Injury Units in Mallow or Bantry to help ensure emergency services remain available for those who need them most.



Mary Fitzgerald, General Manager at UHK said:

“We are experiencing significant pressure due to an challenging surge in patients arriving to the ED. Please remember that we must care for the sickest people first. Everyone arriving to the ED is clinically assessed and seen in order of priority. Anyone with a less serious condition will have to wait and should review all other options open to them - GPs, SouthDoc, pharmacists, and injury units.



“Injury Units often have shorter waiting times and provide consultant-led assessment and treatment, including X-rays, fracture treatment, burns treatment, and wound care. The injury units in Mallow, Bantry and even Cork city are as accessible to some Kerry residents as UHK.”



The Injury Units at Bantry and Mallow are open from 8am to 8pm for patients aged 10 years and over. For full details, visit hse.ie/injuryunits

13/02/2026

We were so proud to be a part of the launch of The Cost of Breathing exhibition earlier this week.

This is an emotive, powerful and honest self portrait series by Trevor O Donoghue on the challenges of life with CF. The photography exhibition is on the road from now until June, so please drop in to take a look at one of the upcoming locations.

Thanks to everyone involved in bringing this exhibition to life - we can't wait to hear what you think.

Visit https://www.cfireland.ie/about-cf/latest-news/cystic-fibrosis-ireland-and-trevor-odonoghue-highlight-emerging-challenges-of-life-with-cystic-fibrosis-in-a-collaborative-photography-exhibition

07/02/2026

The service offers a fast and comprehensive alternative to the emergency department forthose in need of emergency mental health care" said Aidan Murphy, Acting Area Director of Nursing, speaking about the Kerry Specialist Mental Health Hub. The hub offers patients a private, confidential, and respectful assessment carried out by skilled mental health professionals.

He continued: “We hold emergency appointments each day, which patients can access with a referral from their GP or clinician. This allows us to review urgent cases quickly.”

Read more: https://bit.ly/4qXmP7S | | HSE South West

06/02/2026

HEART DISEASE: No. 1 Cause of Death in Women and a “Silent” Disease

* high blood pressure, particularly a history of pre eclampsia ( pregnancy related)

*high cholesterol

*body weight/body mass index

* high blood glucose

* family history of heart disease

*Health habits
Do you smoke? Are you physically inactive? If you’re a woman, do you drink more than one drink a day? Do you eat a diet high in fat? How do you respond to stress? The answers to all of the above could also impact your risk for heart disease and stroke.