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HEALTH SCREENING
FOR COMPANIES, ORGANISATIONS & SPORTS CLUBS
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Investing in Health Screening for your
employees shows your company’s
commitment to them and concern for their
health and well being
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HEALTHCARE SCREENING
Our Health Screening services
aim to bring cost effective and
flexible health screening services
to your organisations.
How important to you is the
health of your company?
At Healthcare Screening Ireland we offer companies and Sports Clubs a wide range
of Health Screening Services throughout all of Ireland. Healthcare Screening Ireland
is a division of Cruinn Diagnostics Ltd. who have been providing diagnostic solutions
to the Irish healthcare market since 1998.
All personnel carrying out Health Screening are registered nurses, with screening
results being reviewed by our Health Screening Doctor and where Cardiac screening
is requested our Consultant Cardiologist will review the results.
We offer a wide range of Health Screening Tests some of which include:
• FULL CHOLESTEROL
PROFILE
• OSTEOPOROSIS
SCREENING
• DIABETES
• CARDIAC SCREENING
• LUNG FUNCTION
• VISION TESTS
• BLOOD PRESSURE
• COELIAC TESTING
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HEALTHCARE SCREENING
e benefits of Health Screening can be felt mutually by
employers and employees alike through identifying
potential health issues which results in reduced
absenteeism and increased productivity.
The Benefits of Health
Screening for your Company
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EMPLOYER BENEFITS
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
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By identifying potential health
issues with employees,
absenteeism through sickness
can be reduced.
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Detecting illness and under lying
health issues before they become
serious.
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Health screenings can be carried
out on premises, eliminating the
need for employees to take time off.
Health screening can identify
lifestyle changes that can improve
and maintain good health into the
future.
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Health screenings are a low-cost,
high-profile way to help employees
to improve their health.
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A confidential health report is
provided to the employee on the
day of the screening.
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A general aggregate report of
employees health screen is
provided; this will give you a
general overview of your
employee’s health.
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Health screening is tax deductible
and exempt from VAT.
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HEALTHCARE SCREENING
e following Health Screening programmes are examples
of the type of Health Screens we carry out. ese are
standardised programmes and do not represent the full
range of tests we can offer.
Choose your Health Screening
Programme
A consultation with one of our registered nurses where family history, previous
conditions and current state of health will be assessed.
PROGRAMME 1: HEALTH SCREEN
Reviewed and signed off by our GP
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Full Cholesterol Profile (Total
Cholesterol, HDL & LDL “Good and
Bad fats”, Triglycerides)
HbA1C Diabetes Test (Tracks
Glucose levels in the body over a 90
day period, NO fasting required)
Body Mass Index & Waist
Circumference
Blood Pressure Measurement &
Resting Heart Rate
Lung Function Test & Carbon
Monoxide Measurement for
Smokers
Lifestyle, Activity & Alcohol Audit
Smoking Audit
10 Year Cardiovascular Risk
Assessment
Comprehensive Health Report with
Change Management Advice
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Lifestyle, Activity & Alcohol Audit
Smoking Audit
10 Year Cardiovascular Risk
Assessment
10 Comprehensive Health Report with
Change Management Advice
PROGRAMME 3: HEALTH SCREEN
Reviewed and signed off by our GP and
Consultant Cardiologist
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PROGRAMME 2: HEALTH SCREEN
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Reviewed and signed off by our GP and
Consultant Cardiologist
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12 Lead Resting ECG Heart Tracing
Full Cholesterol Profile (Total
Cholesterol, HDL & LDL “Good and
Bad fats”, Triglycerides)
HbA1C Diabetes Test (Tracks
Glucose levels in the body over a 90
day period, NO fasting required)
Body Mass Index & Waist
Circumference
Blood Pressure Measurement &
Resting Heart Rate
Lung Function Test & Carbon
Monoxide Measurement for
Smokers
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12 Lead Resting ECG Heart Tracing
Full Cholesterol Profile (Total
Cholesterol, HDL & LDL “Good and
Bad fats”, Triglycerides)
HbA1C Diabetes Test (Tracks
Glucose levels in the body over a 90
day period, NO fasting required)
Full Blood Count (measure Tissue
and Cell performance and Iron
levels)
Full Biochemistry Profile (Measures
Liver Function and Kidney Function
Urinalysis (further measures Kidney
Performance)
Body Mass Index & Waist
Circumference
Blood Pressure Measurement &
Resting Heart Rate
Lung Function Test & Carbon
Monoxide Measurement for
Smokers
Lifestyle, Activity & Alcohol Audit
Smoking Audit
10 Year Cardiovascular Risk
Assessment
Comprehensive Health Report with
Change Management Advice
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HEALTHCARE SCREENING
“e higher your blood cholesterol level the greater
the risk for developing heart disease or having a
heart attack”.
Full Cholesterol
(Lipid) Profile
WHY MEASURING CHOLESTEROL IS IMPORTANT?
Cholesterol is vital for normal body function but high cholesterol levels increase the
risk of coronary heart disease and disease of the arteries.
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Heart disease is the number one killer of women and men in Ireland with 22% of
premature deaths (under age 65) caused by cardiovascular disease.
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The higher your blood cholesterol level, the greater your risks for developing
heart disease or having a heart attack.
To help gauge your cardiovascular health you need to establish your cholesterol levels
as this can be a good indicator, this cannot be taken in isolation as other factors need
to be taken into account.
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CHOLESTEROL
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HEALTHCARE SCREENING
Quality control procedures are in place
to ensure that your results are accurate
at the time of testing.
WHAT DOES THE TEST INVOLVE?
The process involves either a painless finger prick or a sample being taken from
your vein. The sample is then processed by our state of the art Biochemistry
analyser which produces a full cholesterol profile.
Depending on your results the screening nurse will provide either lifestyle advice
on how to reduce your cholesterol level or a referral to your GP may be
recommended for further investigation.
Normal cross
section of artery
Cholesterol
Particles
Plaque forms
in the artery
Artery becomes
narrowed
Narrowed artery
becomes blocked by a
blood clot
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HEALTHCARE SCREENING
In Ireland there are over 30,000
people living with undetected
Diabetes.
Diabetes Tests
WHAT IS DIABETES?
Diabetes is a condition caused by a lack of, or insufficiency of insulin. Insulin is a
hormone, a substance of importance that is made by the pancreas. Diabetes is a
serious condition and within Ireland there are an estimated 30,000 people living with
undetected Diabetes.
There are two main types of Diabetes;
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Type 1 Diabetes normally occurs in childhood or early adult life, and requires
treatment with insulin injections. It is caused by the body’s own immune
system destroying the insulin-making cells (beta-cells) of the pancreas.
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Type 2 Diabetes usually develops slowly in adulthood. It is progressive and can
sometimes be treated with diet and exercise, but more often Type 2 diabetes
may require anti-diabetic medicine and/or insulin injections.
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DIABETES
HEALTHCARE SCREENING
Depending on your results our nurse will
provide either lifestyle advice or a referral to
your GP if required.
SYMPTOMS OF DIABETES
The main symptoms of diabetes include;
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Significantly increased thirst,
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Needing to urinate more often than usual
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Increased hunger
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Constant tiredness
WHAT DOES THE TEST INVOLVE?
The test for diabetes involves a small painless finger prick or a sample being taken
from your vein; the sample is then processed by our state of the art Biochemistry
analyser which will measure your glucose level, we will also analyse your sample on
our HbA1c analyser which will give you the average level of glucose in your red blood
cells over a 120 day period.
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HEALTHCARE SCREENING
“Respiratory Disease is the most common reason
to visit the G.P. Over a fih of people will visit
their G.P at least once a year because of a
respiratory condition”.
Lung Function
(Spirometry) test
Lung problems can arise from a number of areas such as;
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Cigarette smoking
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Working environment
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Genetic disorders
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Exposure to certain chemicals.
WHAT DOES THE TEST INVOLVE?
To perform Spirometry test a person provides an exhalation into a filtered mouthpiece
which is then measured by a Spirometer giving an indication of lung health.
The Spirometry test enables the nurse to detect symptoms of Respiratory Disease
before they become apparent. The results of the tests are given in certain values,
which the nurse will explain.
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Blood Pressure
WHAT IS BLOOD PRESSURE?
LUNG FUNCTION /
BLOOD PRESSURE
HEALTHCARE SCREENING
“In the 18 – 44 age bracket more than 67,000 adults in
Ireland have been diagnosed with High blood pressure,
this number increases to 950,000 amongst adults over
the age of 45 with 600,000 remaining undiagnosed”.
Blood Pressure relates to blood moving around the body and as it
moves it pushes against the sides of the blood vessels. The
strength of this pushing is your blood pressure.
WHY IS YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE IMPORTANT?
High Blood Pressure, or hypertension, is the single most common contributor to
cardiovascular death, stroke, heart attacks, heart failure and end stage kidney disease.
Low Blood Pressure or hypotension is when blood pressure drops too low, it can
restrict the amount of blood flowing to your brain and other vital organs, which can
cause fainting or dizziness and light headedness. This table below shows the
classification of blood pressure for adults who are 18 years and older.
Blood Pressure Category
Systolic, mmHg
Diastolic, mmHg
Hypotension
< 90
< 60
Desired
90–119
60–79
Prehypertension
120–139
80–89
Stage 1 Hypertension
140–159
90–99
Stage 2 Hypertension
160–179
100–109
Hypertensive Crisis
≥ 180
≥ 110
WHAT DOES THE TEST INVOLVE?
Having your blood pressure tested is quick and easy. The screening nurse will use a
cuff that fits around your upper arm and is inflated so that it becomes tight.
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HEALTHCARE SCREENING
Any cardiac tests carried out within our health
screening programmes will be subject to review by
our Consultant Cardiologist.
Cardiac Screening
WHAT IS CARDIAC SCREENING?
ECG Heart Screening measures the electrical activity within the heart that causes
your heart to beat. During the test, a number of electrodes are connected to your
arms, legs and chest and these pick up the electrical activity within the heart.
An ECG can show a number of Heart Conditions including:
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A previous Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack)
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An Enlarged Heart that is working under strain
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Fast, slow or irregular heartbeats (Arrhythmias)
WHO SHOULD BE SCREENED?
As the instance of Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS) has become more
common among males and females from 15 years of age upwards, especially
individuals who engage in sporting activities should have a cardiac screen.
It is also important as approaching and during middle age that individuals undertake
a comprehensive health screen which would include cardiac tests to screen for
Coronary Heart Disease (CHD).
Screening may include but is not limited to an Electrocardiogram (ECG), Blood
Pressure Measurement, Body Mass Index (BMI), Lung Function (Spirometry) and
relevant Blood Tests such as Blood Cholesterol.
WHAT DOES THE TEST INVOLVE?
Electrodes will be attached to your chest, arms and legs. These are then connected
to the ECG instrument. After tests have been carried out, your results will be
reviewed and reported on by our Consultant Cardiologist.
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Sports Cardiac
Screening
Healthcare Screening Ireland can provide a comprehensive range of onsite Cardiac
Screening services to a wide variety of sporting organisations throughout all of Ireland.
The European Society of Cardiology (ESC 2005) and the International Olympic
Committee (IOC) recommend Cardiac Screening for any person taking part in
competitive sport.
Over 100 people die yearly from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome (SADS). Cardiac
Screening can highlight Heart Abnormalities that may increase a person’s risk of SADS.
Screening services are flexible and can be carried out in the evenings or at weekends.
CARDIAC SCREENING
HEALTHCARE SCREENING
“Over 100 people die yearly from Sudden
Adult Death Syndrome (SADS). Cardiac
Screening can highlight Heart Abnormalities
that may increase a person’s risk of SADS”.
The Cardiac Screening process involves:
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Health Questionnaire to assess family history and current state of health.
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Resting ECG (Electrocardiogram)
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12 Lead ECG on inspiration
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Blood Pressure Measurement
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Lung Function Test (Spirometry Test)
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BMI (Body Mass Index)
In the event of any abnormal Cardiac result you may be referred to the local Accident
and Emergency department for further investigation.
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HEALTHCARE SCREENING
“Every employee who habitually uses a VDU and or a
laptop as a significant part of their normal work has a
right to opt for an appropriate eye test which must be
made available and paid for by the employer”.
Vision Tests
Occupational Eye Tests
EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITIES
In accordance with the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) Guide to the Safety, Health
and Welfare at Work Regulations 2007 employers must adhere to the guidelines in
relation to Display Screen Equipment (DSE);
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Before commencing any VDU work
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At regular intervals thereafter
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If an employee experiences visual difficulties which may be due to any VDU work
Our Occupational Vision tests are designed for;
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VDU users
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Vehicle (forklift/earth moving) operators
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Electricians
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Close machinery work
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HEALTH
SURVEILLANCE
(Mandatory Health Checks
Associated with Occupational Risk)
What is Health Surveillance?
Health Surveillance is the Mandatory Physical examination of specific health risks
identified within a particular occupation which must be carried out by the employer,
under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, Section 8 and Section 22.
What types of examinations are required?
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Audiometry (hearing tests) for workers exposed to greater than 80dBA
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Lung function testing for those exposed to known respiratory sensitising
substances
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Vision screening for those using VDU for greater than 1hour per day as part of
their occupation.
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Biological Monitoring Programs, these can include tests such as lead levels, skin
surveillance etc.
OCCUPATIONAL
HEALTH
HEALTHCARE SCREENING
Good Health is good Business and creating a safe work
environment is critical to the success of your business, as
well as being one of the best ways to retain staff and
maximise productivity.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING (QUESTIONNAIRE & MEDICAL SCREENING)
What is Pre-Employment Screening?
This evaluates an applicant’s health and fitness for an occupation regarding the
requirements of that job matched against the physical and mental health of the
applicant in order to ensure good person-job match.
How is Pre-Employment Screening carried out?
Option 1: Pre Employment Questionnaire
Option 2: Pre Employment Medical
Pre-employment medicals can be done where the occupation carries a more
significant element of risk to health, for example employees who work with
hazardous substances, construction employees’ etc
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HEALTHCARE SCREENING
Occupational Health obligations apply to all
organisations. We help you meet your obligations
through assessing, planning and delivering your
occupational health requirements
HEALTH
SURVEILLANCE
ERGONOMICS
Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 section 12, General Application
of the Regulations 2007 and EC Council Directive 90/2270/EEC, employers have a
statutory obligation to “evaluate health and safety at workstations with particular
reference to eye sight, physical difficulties and mental stress”.
FLU VACCINATIONS
Influenza (Flu) is one of the leading causes of absence in organisations. We can help
your organisation stay protected & protect your employees. To help your organisation
prevent influenza we offer Influenza (Flu) vaccination for your employees at your own
premises, (to avoid business disruptions). Our Doctor will be on site for all vaccinations.
One of the main ways to stop this disease from spreading around your organisation is
to vaccinate as many people as possible thus interrupting its transmission.
HEALTH PROMOTION
The workplace has been identified as a key setting in which to promote health and
employers can make a major contribution to influencing the health of its workers and
prevent illness and injury that will impact on the employee’s job and the overall
productivity of the organisation.
If you have any questions about our health promotion programmes please get in touch
with us today and see how we can empower your employees to take charge of their
own health and the quality of their lives.
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Ergonomic Services
WHAT IS ERGONOMICS
Ergonomics is about ensuring a good fit between people and the equipment they interact
with. This could include the objects they use and the environment around them. Healthcare
Screening Ireland will come on site and carry out individual assessments (and the
accompanying eye test where indicated) and provide a full report and recommendations.
We will also make any corrections we can to the work station on the day. We look at the
individual when they are seated at the work station and therefore it is essential that the
employees are there on the day. Our assessment covers the statutory elements under the
2007 Regulations including assessment of the:
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Desk
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Chair
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Monitor, keyboard, mouse and other peripherals such as phone, document
holders etc
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IT software, temperature, lighting, heating and ventilation where indicated.
Where the employee identifies that there may be a potential musculo-skeletal issue
which we think may present in the future our Occupational Health Nurse will carry
out a Musculo Skeletal Questionnaire. Following review of this we can then further
advise the employer. We can offer advice to employers regarding:
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Recommendations for job modification
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Treatment advice and management
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Referral to specialist treatment services where required
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Advice on safe rehabilitation to full duties
We will offer further occupational health review of repetitive strain and other musculoskeletal work related cases to ensure that the employee’s condition is not exacerbated
by their work. This will be included in the above fees.
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ERGONOMIC SERVICES
HEALTHCARE SCREENING
Musculo Skeletal disorders are disruptive and can be
painful and costly. ey don’t have to be, with good
workplace ergonomics they can be prevented
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HEALTHCARE SCREENING
All screening tests will be reviewed and authorised for
release either by our Company Doctor and or
Consultant Cardiologist
Comprehensive
Health Report
CONFIDENTIAL EMPLOYEE REPORT
At the end of the Health Screening process individuals will be provided with a
comprehensive personal health report which will include results from your health
screen and an overview of your general health. Fact sheets on various tests and
lifestyle advice will form part of the health report.
EMPLOYER OVERVIEW REPORT
Employers will be provided with anonymous aggregate reports will be provided to
give an overview of employees health at the end of the screening programme. This
report may identify any impending health issues which can then be addressed to
minimise disruption in the workplace.
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HEALTHCARE SCREENING
Healthcare Screening programmes have
the potential to save lives and lead to
improving your companies health
Testimonials
MARK BEDDIS
SUPERINTENDENT
PHARMACIST,
“As part of Tesco Ireland’s on-going
commitment to health and wellbeing, several of our colleagues were
given a full health screen by the
nurses of Healthcare Screening
Ireland. The tests were carried out in
privacy and took approximately 30
minutes which ensured that the
service did not impact on the
working day. We will be offering
further screening sessions to more
of our colleagues in the near future
and are happy to use the services of
Healthcare Screening Ireland who
we wholeheartedly recommend.”
Allianz have been providing Health &
Wellness Programs to their
employees for many years and have
worked with Employee Health since
2007. Since Employee Health’s
merger with Healthcare Screening
Ireland we can now provide an
expanded range of services. Anne
Marie and her team of Doctors,
Nurses and Wellbeing Consultants
have assisted us to develop and
implement our health strategy,
successfully engaging our staff in
Health Screening, Weight Loss
Programs and other Health and
Wellbeing initiatives. Healthcare
Screening Ireland also provides our
annual flu vaccinations. They provide
a consistent high level of quality in all
At Deloitte we value the health and
wellbeing of our employees. We have
worked with Employee Health for the
last 5 years and have continued to
work with them following their
merger with Healthcare Screening
Ireland in 2015. They provide health
screening services to our staff. The
team at Healthcare Screening
Ireland deliver a very high level of
service and working with them has
been seamless. We would be
delighted to recommend their
service and look forward to a
continued relationship with them in
the future.
the services they deliver and all of
their company personnel are easy to
deal with and demonstrate utmost
professionalism. The team has been
incredible to work with and has
helped us to design and implement a
programme which was very
successful. Their support was
invaluable in terms of guidance and
delivery and I would highly
recommend Healthcare Screening
Ireland. I wish them continued
success and look forward to a
continued working relationship with
them.
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