Atherton Health Hub

14/05/2026

💓 Heart Health Week Reminder | Know Your Numbers 💓

At Atherton Health Hub, we’re taking a moment this Heart Health Week to highlight something simple but powerful — knowing your numbers can save your life.

High blood pressure often has no symptoms, which is why regular checks are so important. A quick check can help you understand your risk and take steps early to protect your heart and overall health.

📊 Know your key numbers:
• Blood pressure
• Cholesterol
• Blood sugar
• Heart rate

Small changes today can make a big difference tomorrow — whether it’s improving your diet, increasing movement, managing stress, or simply staying on top of routine health checks.

❤️ Our team is here to support you with friendly, professional heart health assessments and advice tailored to you.

📞 To book your heart health check, call 4235 7879

Take care of your heart — it takes care of you every day.

12/05/2026

💙 International Nurses Day – Tuesday, 12 May 💙

Today we celebrate the heart of healthcare — our incredible nurses. Honouring the legacy of Florence Nightingale and embracing this year’s theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. The economic power of care,” we recognise the vital role nurses play not only in patient care, but in strengthening our entire community.

At Atherton Health Hub, we are so fortunate to have four truly exceptional nurses who bring compassion, skill, and dedication to every single day:

✨ Fleur
✨ Emily
✨ Lauren
✨ Heidi, our amazing Nurse Practitioner

Each of you goes above and beyond — supporting our patients, guiding our team, and making a real difference in people’s lives. Your care doesn’t just heal individuals; it builds healthier families and a stronger future for our community.

Thank you for your kindness, your resilience, and the quiet strength you show in even the busiest moments. We see you, we appreciate you, and today we celebrate you.

💙 Happy International Nurses Day 💙

11/05/2026

🌟 Exciting News for Our Young Patients & Families! 🌟

From Tuesday 12th May, Dr Dan will be heading over to the Mareeba State School clinic each week — bringing his warm, caring approach and plenty of smiles with him 😊

Dr Dan has a real passion for looking after kids (and it shows!). As a proud dad of three, he knows firsthand how to connect with children and help them feel comfortable, safe, and even a little bit brave at the doctor’s visit. Whether it’s a check-up or a chat, he’s all about making healthcare a positive experience for our youngest patients.

We’d also like to say a big thank you to Dr Marika, who has been doing a wonderful job at the school clinic. She’ll be handing the reins over to Dr Dan while continuing her fantastic work as a GP in town 👏

We’re sure Dr Dan will fit right in — after all, anyone who can handle three kids at home is more than ready for a school clinic! 😉

💙 Supporting healthy kids, happy families, and bright futures.

07/05/2026

May is Domestic and Family Violence Awareness Month 💜

This month, we light a candle — a quiet, powerful symbol of hope, remembrance, and strength.

For those who are living through it, who have survived it, and for those we have lost… we see you. We hear you. You matter.

Domestic abuse doesn’t always leave visible marks. It can be hidden behind closed doors, carried in silence, and felt in ways others may never fully understand. But no one deserves to feel unsafe, controlled, or afraid in their own home.

Lighting a candle is a small act, but it represents something bigger — a commitment to awareness, compassion, and standing beside those affected. It’s a reminder that support exists, that voices matter, and that change is possible.

If this message speaks to you, or someone you know, please know you’re not alone. There are people who care, who will listen, and who want to help.

Let’s continue to create a community where safety, respect, and kindness are the standard — not the exception.

🕯️💜

05/05/2026

🧼✨ Hand Hygiene Day – 5th May ✨🧼

Clean hands = safer care for everyone 🙌

This Hand Hygiene Day, we’re shining a light on one of the simplest (and most powerful!) ways to protect our patients, our team, and our community.

👩‍⚕️👨‍🍳🧹 It’s everyone’s responsibility
From doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals to our incredible cleaners, catering staff, and volunteers — hand hygiene matters at every level of care.

💡 Quick refresher: Are you doing it right?

✔️ Alcohol-based hand rub
Perfect for routine use — make sure you cover all surfaces of your hands and fingers and rub until completely dry.

✔️ Soap & water
Essential when hands are visibly dirty, after contact with bodily fluids, or when dealing with certain germs (like spore-forming organisms).

⏱️ Timing matters!
Scrub for at least 20 seconds — don’t forget:
🖐️ backs of hands
🖐️ between fingers
🖐️ under nails

🎯 Small habit. Big impact.
Every clean pair of hands helps reduce infection and keeps our workplace safe.

Let’s keep those hands clean and those standards high! 💙

03/05/2026

28/04/2026

🌿 Allied Health Expert – Jannika Balko, Psychologist 🌿

We’re proud to host independent psychologist Jannika Balko here at Atherton Health Hub two days a week.

While Jannika consults independently, having her on-site means our team—alongside Dr Dan (and of course, a little support from Oreo 🐾)—can benefit from her valuable insights. It’s this collaboration that helps us deliver more thoughtful, well-rounded care to our patients.

Her expertise adds depth to the way we approach health, supporting not just physical wellbeing, but mental and emotional care too.

💙 At the heart of what we do is teamwork, compassion, and a commitment to excellence—and we’re grateful to have Jannika as part of our extended Hub community.

📞 To book with Jannika, please contact her directly.

24/04/2026

Great to have Josh Klein, Pharmacist from FNQ Health Alliance, join us at Atherton Health Hub for an insightful education session with our clinical team, GPs, and visiting GPs.

Josh delivered a valuable talk on medication management for diabetes, focusing on optimising patient outcomes and minimising complications. Ongoing education like this ensures our team stays up to date with best practice, so we can continue providing high-quality, informed care to our community.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to collaborate and learn together—because better knowledge means better care.

13/04/2026

Flu Vaccines Now Available – Free for All Queenslanders in 2026!

Great news! The influenza vaccine is funded for ALL Queensland residents in 2026 – making it easier than ever to protect yourself and your loved ones this flu season.

Seasonal influenza can be serious, especially for young children, older adults, and those with underlying health conditions. Vaccination is the best way to reduce your risk of getting sick and spreading the flu to others.

✔️ Protect yourself
✔️ Protect your family
✔️ Help protect our community

Appointments are now available – don’t wait for flu season to hit!
📞 Call us on 4235 7879 or book online m2a.tech/s?p=AHHQCFLU to secure your spot.