Colder months bring an increased likelihood of coughs, colds, flu and respiratory illnesses. Between the school run, the morning commute and the first cold snap, winter bugs have plenty of opportunity to make the rounds, and with them comes a greater need for quick and reliable medical advice.
When a winter bug does make its way home, it helps to know where to turn. Having MyDoc set up in advance means medical advice is already within reach.
After all, illness doesn’t wait for an available appointment!
What is MyDoc?
MyDoc gives eligible members* and their families access to a GP 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, giving you access to medical advice from home, work, or wherever suits you.
With MyDoc you can:
- Book free GP consultations, with no limit on how many you have
- Speak to a doctor registered by the Irish Medical Council by phone or video Get prescriptions, sick certs and private referral letters when clinically appropriate
Common reasons to use MyDoc include respiratory issues, medication queries, skin concerns, stomach problems, women’s health, mental health concerns and more.
Stay home, speak to a GP
Winter can make getting to a GP feel like an extra hurdle, particularly when you’re already feeling under the weather. With MyDoc, it’s easier to get medical advice without having to wrap up, head out and sit in a waiting room when you’d much rather be at home.
Depending on what you need, your MyDoc consultation can help with the practical next steps too.
If the GP believes medication is clinically appropriate, they can issue a prescription. MyDoc can also provide sick certificates and private referral letters when clinically appropriate, helping you get what you need from the consultation without an additional GP visit.
Because the service is available by phone or video, getting medical advice doesn’t have to involve bundling everyone into the car, sitting in traffic or spending part of your day in a waiting room.
Set it up, save the details and let MyDoc be one less thing to think about this winter!