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23/04/2025

It's time to batten down the hatches; the rain is finally here! The gardens are happy, and the hoons are doing what they do on slippery roads. 😕 Remember to keep an eye on the kids, as they can catch a chill quickly, and some don’t cope well with fluctuating temperatures. Go to your local GP or Chemist and book in for your flu Vaccination, stay safe everone.

04/04/2025

26/03/2025

As we navigate this unexpected autumn heat wave, it's crucial to stay hydrated and shield ourselves from the sun's rays. When the temperatures dip again, the shift will be quite dramatic, so please make it a point to check in on elderly family members and young children who may be more vulnerable. Prioritize your safety and health—also, remember to schedule your flu vaccine soon to protect yourself and others.

22/01/2025

We have been getting lots of calls for people suffering with Dehydration over the last few days here are a few tips to help prevent dehydration in hot weather, you can drink plenty of fluids, especially water, and avoid drinks that dehydrate you. You can also eat foods with high water content and avoid heavy protein foods.
Drink plenty of fluids
Drink 2–3 liters of water a day, even if you don't feel thirsty
Drink water regularly, such as every hour
Carry a water bottle with you
Drink sports drinks to maintain electrolyte balance
If you're breastfeeding, offer extra breast milk to babies
Avoid drinks that dehydrate you
Limit alcohol, soft drinks, tea, and coffee
Avoid ice-cold drinks and sugary beverages
Stay safe and look out for friends and family, try to avoid the Emergency Department
"Slip, Slop, Slap, Seek, Slide" a reminder of five steps to protect your skin from the sun:
Slip on: Sun protective clothing
Slop on: Water resistant, broad spectrum, SPF50+ sunscreen
Slap on: A broad-brimmed hat
Seek shade: Especially when the UV index is 3 or higher
Slide on: Wraparound sunglasses

16/12/2024

As we enter Silly Season, a time when many doctors embark on rejuvenating holidays, it's important to explore the various alternatives to emergency departments. There are numerous avenues available to ensure you receive the medical attention you need even when your regular GP is temporarily out of reach.

04/09/2024

Spring has sprung apparently not that you would believe it tonight, I did notice the wild flowers are coming out on the freeway and the bees, snakes and spiders are back basking in the sunshine :-) now is the time to start thinking about pollon, dust, asthma, skin rash and sunburn get your supplies from your local pharmacy, I like to keep a container of suncreen and body lotion in the fridge ready for cooling relief of symptoms, and dust off the big water bottles, stay safe and think do you really need to go to ED when there are so many other options available.

20/08/2024

"Keep your kids safe. Know what flu symptoms to look for."

Influenza, commonly called the flu, is an infection caused by a strain (version) of the influenza virus. It mainly affects the nose, throat and lungs, although it can involve other parts of the body. In healthy children it is much like a bad cold; however, influenza can cause more serious illness, e...