Illawarra Medical Centre

22/03/2026

*FREE HEARING CLINIC - 25 MARCH - LAST CHANCE TO BOOK!*
IMC is teaming up with Attune Hearing to run free hearing test clinics for eligible patients on Wednesday 25th March between 9.30am – 3pm.

Hearing tests are recommended for all patients over the age of 50, as part of their annual health check. For more information, speak with your GP.

To check your eligibility or book in for an appointment, contact us on (08) 9208 6400.

19/03/2026

Today's UN International Day of Happiness aims to serve as a beacon of light, inspiration, and hope for all who aspire to live happy and fulfilling lives.

Happiness can influence our health and wellbeing. In fact, studies have shown that happier people tend to live longer and are more likely to be at a lower risk for various health conditions, including high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease.

So today, take a tip from the GREAT DREAM and make sure to look after your health by doing something that makes you happy 😁

19/03/2026

Melanoma March is a great reminder to book in for your annual skin check!

Dr Dhruva Ramachandran holds skin cancer and dermatology checks at Illawarra Medical Centre every Tuesday morning and works closely with nearby skin clinic – DermCosmesis.

To make an appointment, contact Reception on (08) 9208 6400.

To find out more about DermCosmesis, visit. https://dermcosmesis.com.au

18/03/2026

*BONE DENSITY SCREENINGS START NEXT WEEK!*
IMC is teaming up with Osteoporosis Solutions to provide bulk billed onsite bone density testing for eligible IMC patients from 23 March.

Eligible patients aged 70+ will receive information with further details. Others who fit the criteria may also be eligible. Contact Reception on (08) 9208 6400 or speak with your GP for details and to check your eligibility.

To book in for your bone density scan, phone Osteoporosis Solutions directly on (08) 9472 1904.

17/03/2026

This week is Coeliac Awareness Week, which highlights coeliac disease - an immune-based condition, triggered by gluten, that damages the small intestine and causes systemic inflammation, leading to serious health complications if left untreated.

Coeliac disease affects thousands of Australians, yet around 80% remain undiagnosed.

If you have any concerns about coeliac disease or any dietary related health conditions, why not book in with our onsite Accredited Practising Dietitian - Kelly McKimm?

Kelly is available for appointments every Tuesday and can offer personalised advice for a range of dietary related health conditions including diabetes, heart health, weight management, gastrointestinal disorders, and food allergies/intolerances.

To make an appointment with Kelly, phone us on (08) 9208 6400.

16/03/2026

This Brain Awareness Week is all about educating, connecting with the community, and sparking conversations about our brain health.

Our brains are the centre of the body’s nervous system and responsible for everything that we do, feel, and perceive. So when the brain is damaged by disease, disorder, or injury, it can affect many aspects of daily life .

Simple ways to look after you brain include:
- Be active
- Prioritise sleep
- Keep learning
- Protect your head
- Eat healthy
- Socialise

Find out more at https://brainfoundation.org.au

13/03/2026

Is your sleep affecting your health? This World Sleep Day is a timely reminder to make sleep a health priority.

Poor sleep has been linked to obesity, diabetes, coronary artery disease, and cardiovascular mortality. It can lower immune responses and is associated with cognitive impairment, dementia, risk of seizures and increased risk of stroke.

If you regularly suffer from a poor night's sleep, speak to one of our consulting GPs. Appointments can be made online or by phoning (08) 9208 6400.

11/03/2026

World Kidney Day aims to shine a light on chronic kidney disease (CKD), which affects 1 in 10 people worldwide.

Often silent in its early stages, CKD can progress unnoticed until it causes severe health consequences, significantly increasing the risk of cardiovascular complications and reducing quality of life.

CDK may advance to kidney failure, where survival depends on life-sustaining kidney replacement therapies such as dialysis or transplantation.

Find out more at https://www.worldkidneyday.org

10/03/2026

Missed out on your FREE hearing test last week? Don't panic! We have another hearing test clinic with Attune Hearing available for eligible patients on Wednesday, 25th March between 9.30am-3pm.

Hearing tests are recommended for all those over the age of 50, as part of their annual health check. For more information, speak with your GP.

To check your eligibility or book in for an appointment, contact us on (08) 9208 6400.

09/03/2026

It's World Glaucoma Week - a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about glaucoma and encouraging people to take proactive steps to preserve their vision, including getting regular eye checks.

Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide and occurs when there is damage to the optic nerve (which connects the eye to the brain), causing a build-up of pressure inside the eye.

It typically has no early symptoms, making it difficult for individuals to recognise the disease until significant vision loss has occurred.

Find out more at https://www.worldglaucomaweek.org

07/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day!

Today is a day to celebrate women's achievement, raise awareness against bias, and take action for equality. That includes helping women and girls make informed decisions about their health.

At Illawarra Medical Centre, we are committed to women’s health and family planning and ensuring women have access to the best medical care they need in life.

To make an appointment with us, book online at https://illawarramedical.com.au/ or contact us on (08) 9208 6400.

06/03/2026

Most of the vitamins and minerals our bodies require come from eating a normal balanced and varied diet. However, some people may be advised to take a supplement to help counter specific vitamin or mineral deficiencies.

If you do need to take vitamin supplements, make sure you are taking them at the recommended dosage level and assess the potential benefits and risks.

It’s also important to examine all ingredients listed on the product, so you can identify exactly what you are taking, the dose being taken, and the potential for cumulative overdose from repeated ingredients in multiple products.

Find out more about some of the potential health dangers in vitamin supplements in our recent blog>>

While vitamin supplements are seen as a way to improve our health, there are hidden health dangers to be aware of. Read more>>