Ballina Family Medical Centre

09/04/2026

Influenza (flu) is serious, but isn’t as scary if you’re vaccinated. A flu vaccine offers you and your child the best protection from serious illness.

The yearly flu vaccine is free for children aged 6 months to under 5 years, Aboriginal children aged 6 months and over, and children with serious health conditions. It is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and over.

If your child is 2, 3 or 4 years old, they can get a free nasal spray flu vaccine in NSW. It is gentle, painless, and needle-free.

Book your family’s flu vaccine today: www.healthdirect.gov.au/nswfluvaccine

29/03/2026

🧠 Know the signs of stroke Act FAST (and BE FAST) 🚨

When it comes to stroke, every second counts. The faster you recognise the signs, the better the chance of recovery.
Remember FAST:
F – Face drooping
A – Arm weakness
S – Speech difficulty
T – Time to call 000

You may also hear BE FAST, which adds two important early warning signs:
B – Balance (Sudden loss of balance or coordination, which may manifest as dizziness or difficulty walking)
E – Eyes (Changes in vision, such as sudden blurred or double vision, or loss of vision in one or both eyes)

If you notice any of these signs, don’t wait, call 000 immediately.
Early action can save a life.

26/03/2026

Our community is now eligible for free Japanese Encephalitis (JE) vaccination due to an increased risk in our area.

Japanese Encephalitis is a rare but potentially serious virus spread by mosquitoes. Vaccination is a safe and effective way to protect yourself and help reduce the risk in our community.

If you live, work, or spend time in eligible areas including Ballina, Lismore, Byron and Tweed, we strongly encourage you to consider getting vaccinated.

Contact our friendly reception staff to book your vaccination.

📞 02 6686 3299

Let’s work together to keep our community safe and protected.

26/03/2026

💜 International Epilepsy Day 💜

Today our team wore purple to show support for people living with epilepsy and to help raise awareness in our community.

Epilepsy affects people of all ages and can look different for everyone. By increasing understanding, we can help reduce stigma and ensure those living with epilepsy feel supported and safe.

If you’d like to learn more about epilepsy or how to support someone living with it, we’re here to help.

23/03/2026

23/03/2026

Protect yourself this flu season

Flu isn't just a bad cold, it can lead to serious illness, especially for young children, older adults, and those with underlying health conditions.

Simple steps can make a big difference in keeping you and your family safe:
Wash your hands regularly
Stay home if you're unwell
Cover coughs and sneezes
Keep your vaccinations up to date

We're running dedicated flu vaccination clinics to make it quick and easy to get protected this season.

You can also receive your COVID-19 vaccine at the same visit - just let our reception team know when booking.

Call us to book: 02 6686 3299

05/03/2025

Ballina Family Medical Centre will be closed today Thursday the 6th and will not reopen, weather permitting, until Monday the 10th of March.

29/03/2022

No doctors are able to get in to the surgery due to flooding. We will resume normal services as soon as possible.
Stay safe

06/03/2022

The internet and telephones are now back on and we are functioning almost normally.

The online booking platform will be restarted from tomorrow.

06/03/2022

Currently our phones and internet are not working. We will have 4 GP’s and 2 nurses at Ballina Family Medical Centre from 9 am to 4 pm from Monday 7th March. We will have no access to patient files. If you need prescriptions renewed please bring a list of your current medications. We are able to provide wound care. You will be unable to book for these services or further appointments at this stage.
We are committed to providing care to our community at this time.

02/03/2022

In the mean time, Healthy North Coast has set up a 24/7 GP Telehealth Service.
Call 1800931158, available for medical advice, scripts and more.