"The mission statement of Letterkenny Women's Centre is to provide a space where women can pursue their own healing and development in a safe, caring and supportive environment."
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The women's health and family planning clinics in the Women's
Centre take place twice a week in the evenings. The clinics provide
information, advice and supply all types of contraception. In
addition to this all women's health issues are dealt with in a
private and confidential manner. Female doctors, nurses and
receptionist staff them. All information given is strictly
confidential. Cervical screening is free to all women between the ages of 25 and 60. Wheelchair
access from the rear of the Centre.
Days & Times of Clinic
Days: Mon & Tues from 5pm to 7.30pm. By appointment only,
please phone 074 91 24985.
Monday - Smear clinic with the nurse which includes
blood pressure etc. This clinic is free to everyone.
Tuesday - Doctor and nurse available and all types of contraception
discussed and available and all other issues (e.g. infertility and
endometriosis) are dealt with.
Cervical screening is free to all women between the ages of 25 and 60.
Women need to register with the National Database to avail of their free smear. This can be done by contacting 1800 45 45 55 or by visiting www.cervicalcheck.ie . Cervical screening can be provided privately for a fee of 30 euro to all women under 25 and over 60.
Types of contraception available at the clinic:
All types of contraceptive pills, Depo-provera Injections, Coils
(Mirena/copper), Implants (Implanon), Emergency contraception.
Caps/Diaphragms. However, IUS (mirena coil) evra patch, implanon,
nova ring are all available by prescription only.
Other services available include: