Assessment of cough, fever and related symptoms
An Irish GP can review symptom onset, severity, oxygen-risk factors, testing context and home-care options for many respiratory presentations — including COVID-19 concerns — when you are stable enough for remote care.
Guidance may include self-care, when to test, when isolation or work absence advice applies, prescriptions when clinically appropriate, or clear escalation if you need in-person assessment.
When to seek urgent care
Severe breathlessness, blue lips, chest pain, confusion, inability to speak in sentences, or rapid deterioration are emergencies — call 999 or 112. Do not wait for an online appointment.
Often suitable for online review
- Cough, cold, fever or mild–moderate respiratory symptoms suitable for remote review
- COVID-19 related advice when you are clinically stable
Not for online booking
- Severe breathing difficulty or other emergency features — call 999 or 112
- Patients who need immediate physical examination or oxygen assessment
Common questions
- Can I get a sick cert for a respiratory illness online?
- A medical certificate may be issued only if the doctor assesses your circumstances and decides it is clinically appropriate — not automatically on request.