Harmony Family Medical Centre

27/01/2026

24/01/2026

We are very excited to share that along with the existing services we can now offer Yellow fever vaccinations, Hep B treatments and ADHD assessments and treatments (upto age 18yrs).
Please call us on 07-4243 3534 to make an appointment.
We are conveniently located at
211-217 Mulgrave (Bungalow).

22/01/2026

National day of mourning.

Light will win, a gathering of unity and remembrance.

Our thoughts are with the victims of Bondi tragedy, their families and the wider community.

08/01/2026

Prepared beats panicked 💙

Storms, floods and power outages are part of life in FNQ.
A little planning now can make a big difference later.

If you have a health condition:
📝 Review your emergency care plan
⚡ If you use powered medical devices, plan for what to do if the power goes out
💊 Ensure you have at least 7 days of medication stored in a waterproof container
🎒 Prepare an emergency kit:
- Medical devices, glasses and spare batteries
- First aid supplies
- Hygiene items, sunscreen and mozzie repellent 🦟

🤒 Feeling unwell?
Use the symptom checker: https://ow.ly/GbCA50XTgR7

Check in on others 👵👴
Touch base with older relatives, friends or neighbours who may need support or help making a plan.

Babies and children 👶
Check you have enough food, nappies, bottles and comfort items.

Stay safe FNQ 💙
Get ready here: https://ow.ly/O4Vn50XTgR8

08/01/2026

Information on saving water, smart water metres and water restrictions. Read more on the management of water in the Cairns region.

08/01/2026

BACTERIA BATTLE: Cairns local Chuck Irvine thought he just had the flu - fever, sweats, and shivers.

But it turned into a life-threatening battle with melioidosis (aka "melio"), a dangerous soil bacteria stirred up by heavy rain.

Chuck nearly died: emergency surgery, 10 days in hospital, months of recovery. He says: "It was terrifying, painful and very scary... I probably left it too long."

Last year there was an unprecedented nearly 130 cases in Cairns with 17 tragic deaths.

Melio is considered high risk if you have diabetes, chronic conditions, or weakened immunity.

Seek help FAST if you have a chronic disease and you get a sudden fever or cough after heavy rain. Mention "melio" to your doctor.

Don't wait - early treatment saves lives.

Read Chuck's full story: https://www.cairns-hinterland.health.qld.gov.au/about-us/news/cairns-mans-near-death-experience-with-dangerous-bacteria

29/12/2025

CRISIS SUPPORT: The holiday season can be especially hard for many people.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, lonely, distressed, or simply not coping, support is available.

💙 The Crisis Support Space at Cairns Hospital is a safe, supportive and non-judgemental place where people aged 18+ can go when experiencing an emotional, situational or mental health crisis. Visit: https://www.cairns-hinterland.health.qld.gov.au/services/mental-health

📍Esplanade entry at D Block (north of the Emergency Department), Cairns Hospital.
🕒 Holiday operating hours: Mon-Thurs: 12pm–8pm. Fri: 11am–8pm. Sat and Sun: 8am–8pm. Also open New Year’s Day (1 January).

👇🏽 Or check out these 24/7 telephone and online services:
💚 1300 MH CALL (1300 642 255) – mental health support, information, advice, and referral.
🧡 Lifeline – 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14 - su***de prevention and crisis support.
💙 Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 or webchat www.beyondblue.org.au - mental health support.
💚 Su***de Call Back Service – 1300 659 467
💙 Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800 - phone and online counselling service for ages 5-25.
💚 Yarn - 13 92 76 - For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people going through a tough time
🧡 1800 Respect (1800 737 732) - Support if you, or someone you know, is experiencing sexual assault or domestic and family violence.

⚠️ If you or someone is at immediate risk of harm, call Triple Zero (000) or go to the nearest emergency department.

For more local mental health support: https://www.cairns-hinterland.health.qld.gov.au/services/mental-health

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas from team Harmony!

19/12/2025

Our team will be taking a well deserved break during the festive season.
We will be closed from 25/12/25 till 1/2/26.
We will back at work caring for our patients from 2/1/26.

🎄 PUBLIC HOLIDAY OPERATING HOURS 🎄

This festive season, Hello Home Doctor Service will be available to support our patients with after-hours medical care while our practice is closed.

In case of a medical emergency, please call 000 immediately and request an ambulance.

For all other medical needs, contact Hello Home Doctor Service on 134-100, available 24 hours on Public Holidays.

Wishing you a safe, healthy and happy holiday season from all of us at Harmony Family Medical Centre.

19/12/2025

Wishing everyone Merry Christmas and and a very Happy and Healthy New year from team Harmony.
Hope you all get to enjoy warmth of family and friends, celebrate the true spirits of the festive season.
As the year draws to a close, I have been reflecting on 2025, counting my blessings , celebrating our wins- big or small and learning from our mistakes.

14/12/2025

Wish you all the best Steph!
Goodbyes are hard, will
Miss you and your sparkle Steph.

08/12/2025