Castle Hill Medical Centre

05/09/2025

NSW Health is advising people to be alert for signs and symptoms of measles after being notified of a confirmed case who was infectious while visiting several locations in Sydney.

The case recently returned from South-East Asia, where there are ongoing outbreaks of measles in several countries including Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

People who attended the following locations should watch for the development of symptoms. These locations do not pose an ongoing risk.

Wednesday 20 August:
- Coles, East Village Shopping Mall, Zetland from 6.45pm to 7.35pm
- The University of New South Wales Main Library from 11.30am to 2.30pm

Thursday 21 August:
- Bus Route 320 Zetland to Surry Hills from 11am to 12:00pm
- Noffs Op Shop, 332 Crown Street Surry Hills from 11.30am to 1:30 pm
- Storerooms Vintage, 294-296 Crown Street Surry Hills from 11.30am to 1:30pm
- C’s Flashback Recycled Clothing store, 314 Crown Street Surry Hills from 11.30am to 1:30pm
- KFC, 30-34 Chalmers St Surry Hills from 1.00pm to 2.10pm
- Savers, Surry Hills from 1.40pm to 3.10pm

Friday 22 August:
- Coles, East Village Shopping Mall, Zetland from 7.50pm to 8.35pm

Sunday 24 August:
- Bowan Bakery, Zetland from 9.20am to 11.30am
- East Village Shopping Mall Vodafone Store from 11.00am to 11.35am
- East Village Shopping Mall Optus Store from 11.00am to 11.40am
- Green Square Train Station, train from Green Square to Circular Quay from 11.45am to 12.40pm
- Gateway Sydney Foodcourt including Mad Mex and Sammi’s, Circular Quay from 1.00pm to 2.15pm
- Circular Quay Station, train from Circular Quay to Green Square from 3.45pm to 4.30pm

Monday 25 August:
- Maroubra Urgent Care Centre from 1.30pm to 5.00pm
- Maroubra Medical and Dental Centre and Laverty Pathology waiting room, 806/812 Anzac Parade Maroubra between 3.30pm to 4.30pm
- ALDI Supermarket, Pacific Square Maroubra from 4.40pm to 5.35pm
- Bus Route 396 Maroubra to Kensington from 5.15pm to 6.05pm
- Lucky Supermarket, 132 Anzac Parade Kensington from 5.35pm to 6.10pm

Wednesday 27 August:
- Prince of Wales Hospital Emergency Department, Randwick from 6.00am to 12.30pm

Sydney Local Health District Deputy Director of Public Health, Dr Isabel Hess, said anyone who visited the above locations at those times should monitor for symptoms.

“Measles is a vaccine preventable disease that is spread through the air when someone who is infectious coughs or sneezes,” Dr Hess said.

“Symptoms to watch out for include fever, runny nose, sore eyes and a cough, usually followed three or four days later by a red, blotchy rash that spreads from the head to the rest of the body.

“It can take up to 18 days for symptoms to appear after an exposure, so it's important for people who visited these locations to look out for symptoms up until 15 September.

“If they develop symptoms, they should call ahead to their GP or emergency department to ensure they do not spend time in the waiting room with other patients.

“We want to remind the community to make sure they are up to date with their vaccinations. The measles vaccine can prevent the disease even after exposure, if given early enough.

“Anyone born after 1965 needs to ensure they have had two doses of measles vaccine. This is especially important before overseas travel, as measles outbreaks are occurring in several regions of the world at the moment."

The measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is safe and effective and is given free for children at 12 and 18 months of age. It is also free in NSW for anyone born after 1965 who hasn't already had two doses.

Children under the age of 12 months can have a dose of MMR from six months of age if they are travelling overseas. Parents should consult their GP.

People who are unsure of whether they have had two doses should get a vaccine, as additional doses are safe. This is particularly important prior to travel. MMR vaccine is available from GPs (all ages) and pharmacies (people over 5 years of age).

For more information on measles, view the measles factsheet: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/Measles_Factsheet.aspx

If you, or a loved one, is experiencing measles symptoms, or have questions about measles, please call your GP or healthdirect on 1800 022 222.

05/09/2025

05/09/2025

01/09/2025

𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸: 𝟭-𝟱 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿.
Women's Health Week is dedicated to the health and wellbeing of all women, girls and gender diverse people.

At Castle Hill Medical Centre, we are dedicated to supporting women through every phase of life.

We understand that women’s health is unique, and that’s why we offer tailored care at every stage—whether you’re in your reproductive years, preparing for pregnancy, managing menopause, or dealing with conditions like endometriosis.

Book an appointment with your GP to take control of your health today.

To learn more, visit https://castlehillmedicalcentre.com.au/services/womens-health-clinic/

31/08/2025

𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗣𝗠𝗛𝗖?

WentWest (The Western Sydney Primary Health Network) offers free or low-cost pychological support for people in Western Sydney.

𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲?
- Must live in Western Sydney Public Health Network region
- Hold a healthcare card
- Have a mental health care plan + referral
- Referral must be completed and signed by a GP

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿?
- Up to 9 free sessions (general psychology referral)
- Up to 12 sessions (if you are at risk of su***de)
- Flexible referral options are available, tailored to your requirements

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝘆𝗽𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲?
- Su***de Prevention - high priority, seen within 72 hours
- Provisional - 2 sessions via health professionaals (non-GPs)
- General - GP only: for general, child, perinatal, First Nations support
- Psychiatry - GP referral for medication management (not including ADHD or autism)

To discuss if this is the right option for you, speak with your GP at your next appointment.

To learn more information, visit https://wentwest.com.au/health-professionals/programs-and-priorities/mental-health/primary-mental-health-care-services/

30/08/2025

𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀: 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗹𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿?
In Australia, lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths, being the fifth most common diagnosed cancer.

It's important to recognise the signs and symptoms. Early detection is everything.
✔️ A persistent, new cough (lasting more than 3 years)
✔️ Breathlessness
✔️ Chest or shoulder pain
✔️ A chest infection that doesn't go away
✔️ Coughing or spitting up blood.

𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 uses a low-dose CT scan to find cancer early - before you feel symptoms.
Earlier diagnosis means:
✔️ Higher survival rates and improved quality of life
✔️ Reduction in number of patients who need treatment for advanced stage lung cancer
✔️ Saving hundreds of lives each year from lung cancer

If you think you may be eligible for a free screening, speak with your GP today.
To learn more, visit: https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/nlcsp

30/08/2025

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗰𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻?
You may be eligible for a care plan*

If you have been diagnosed with a chronic (ongoing) medical condition that has lasted - or is likely to last - 6 months or more, you may be eligible for a Chronic Condition Management Plan (CCMP).

This care plan is created with your GP, tailored to you. It can include:
👉up to 5 Medicare-rebated visits to allied health professionals a year
👉Referrals to allied health
👉Ongoing check ins and support with your GP and Preventative Health Nurses.

If you think you might be eligible, book an appointment with your GP to discuss your options.

29/08/2025

[𝗡𝗘𝗪] 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺
Aged 50-70 with a smoking history? You could be eligible for a FREE lung cancer scan. The sooner lung cancer is found, the better.

This NLCSP screening program uses low-dose computed tomography (low-dose CT) scans to look for lung cancer in high-risk individuals without any symptoms.

𝗘𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮
👉show no signs or symptoms suggesting you may have lung cancer (that is, you are asymptomatic)
👉currently smoke or have quit smoking in the past 10 years
👉have a history of to***co cigarette smoking of at least 30 pack-years.

If you think you may be eligible for a free screening, speak to your GP today.

Learn more: https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/nlcsp

29/08/2025

Because your family deserves care that lasts a lifetime.

At Castle Hill Medical Centre, family medicine services are built around one idea: your healthcare should grow with you.

From newborn checkups and childhood immunisation to adolescent health, chronic condition management and healthy ageing, we are here to support you in each chapter.

We are proud to be a practice that multiple generations of families can trust. Whether its a toddler with a fever, a teen navigating mental health or grandparents managing ongoing conditions, CHMC offers a warm, safe and professional place and team to help your family on their health journey.

✔️ Experienced GPs you can rely on
✔️ Personalised care, tailored to you across all ages
✔️ Allied health services (psychology, podiatry, dietary) offered
✔️ Open 7 days a week, for in-person or telehealth appointments.

For over 30 years, CHMC has been a medical home for the Hills community. Book an appointment with your GPs today, and take the first step to trusted medical care.

25/08/2025

Get your injuries treated without the wait!

Injury services were introduced at CHMC in 2016 to offer the community dedicated treatment and rehabilitation guidance for individuals recuperating from injuries sustained at work, home or during sports activities.

How does it work?
1. Walk In Appointment - please call the clinic in advance if possible!
2. Initial Consult
3. X-Ray (if required) - please see X-Ray opening hours on our website
4. Diagnosis + Treatment - specialist referral if required
5. Review (if required)

Injury services are led by Dr Armand Edison, who has extensive experience in treating minor trauma and performing emergency procedures as required.

If you are interested in learning more about injury services, visit https://castlehillmedicalcentre.com.au/services/injury-services/

21/08/2025

Daffodil Day: August 21
Fight Back Against Cancer. 💛

Daffodil Day is dedicated to raising funds for cancer research and supporting those who are affected by cancer. Cancer affects almost 1 in 2 people by the age of 85, so it's important to raise funds to give hope for better treatments and outcomes. The more hope there is to give, the more lives can be saved.

If you are interested in donating, fundraising, or volunteering this Daffodil Day, visit daffodilday.com.au to see how you can help or learn more.