Heidelberg West Medical

01/09/2025

Each step you take should bring confidence, not worry. Yet many Australians over 65 experience a fall each year often at home and often preventable.

Health conditions like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or bone loss after menopause can raise your risk, but the right support can help keep you steady.

Here’s how to start today:

✅ Clear your home of trip hazards

✅ Wear supportive shoes made for stability

✅ Build balance and strength through safe exercises

✅ Manage ongoing health conditions that affect mobility

Age well, live well, because staying steady means staying independent.

Speak with a qualified health professional about assessing your fall risk, taking proactive steps today can support your independence tomorrow.

📍 Find a clinic near you: https://icohealth.com.au/our-practices/

29/08/2025

Even small procedures need proper aftercare to ensure safe healing and avoid complications. From it’s a skin biopsy, mole removal, or cyst excision, looking after your wound the right way helps prevent infection and reduces scarring.

𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞:

✅ Keep it clean and dry for the first 24–48 hours

✅ Follow your GP’s instructions on dressing changes

✅ Avoid heavy lifting or strenuous activity near the site

✅ Watch for signs of infection: increasing redness, swelling, pus, pain, or fever

If you notice any of these signs, don’t wait, early care prevents bigger issues.

Our GPs provide clear post-procedure guidance and follow-up support to help your recovery go smoothly.

Had a recent procedure? Book your follow-up or wound review today! https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us-4/

27/08/2025

Injury recovery goes beyond “taking it easy.” Whether you’ve strained a muscle, had surgery, or are dealing with a chronic issue, the right support can speed up healing, reduce pain, and help prevent re-injury.

Our allied health team, including physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, and dietitians, works alongside your GP to deliver personalised recovery plans.

We help you:

🔹 Regain strength and mobility

🔹 Manage inflammation and pain

🔹 Improve healing through targeted movement and nutrition

🔹 Return to work, sport, or daily life with confidence

Because real recovery is more than rest, it’s proactive, supported, and tailored to you.

Book an injury assessment today and start your supported recovery journey! https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us-4/

25/08/2025

Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, and not all skin cancers look the same.
Here’s what you need to know about the three most common types:

☀️ Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC): The most common. Often appears as a pearly bump or red patch. Grows slowly but can be locally invasive.

☀️ Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC): May look like a scaly, crusted sore or thickened patch. Can spread if left untreated.

☀️ Melanoma: The most serious. Can develop in a new or existing mole. Early detection is critical for survival.

Even if a spot doesn’t hurt, itch, or bleed, it could still be skin cancer. At ICO Health Group, our GPs perform skin checks to identify concerning changes early.

Protect your skin. Know what to look for. Get checked.

Book a skin check appointment with one of our trained GPs today! https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us-4/

22/08/2025

Healing isn’t always loud or visible. Sometimes it’s found in the pause, in choosing rest, in simply showing up for the day. Whether you’re recovering from illness, grief, burnout, or something unspoken, this season still counts.

We believe in whole-person care. Your emotional and physical well-being matter equally, and healing happens best when you're supported on all fronts.

Be kind to yourself. And if you need support, we’re here.

Book a check-in with our team, because healing deserves care: https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us-4/

20/08/2025

Feeling low, tired, or unmotivated during winter?

Shorter days, less sunlight, and colder weather can all impact your mood. But sometimes what feels like the winter blues may actually be a sign of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or another underlying mental health condition.

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞:

🛌 Oversleeping or low energy

🥶 Increased irritability or withdrawal

🍞 Craving more carbs and sugar

😞 Persistent low mood

You don’t have to “wait it out.” At ICO Health Group, our GPs can assess your symptoms, offer strategies that go beyond lifestyle changes, and connect you with additional support like counselling or medication if needed.

Your mental health matters, every season.

Book a consultation with one of our GPs to talk through what you’re feeling. Support is here! https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us-4/

18/08/2025

If you're taking oral iron but still struggling with fatigue, breathlessness, or brain fog, there may be a reason it’s not working as expected.

Some people can’t absorb iron effectively through the gut, or experience side effects like nausea or constipation that make oral supplements hard to tolerate. In these cases, an iron infusion can help restore iron levels more quickly and efficiently.

𝐈𝐫𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐛𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞:

▪️ Ongoing iron deficiency despite supplements

▪️ Heavy menstrual bleeding

▪️ Digestive conditions like coeliac disease or IBD

▪️ Pre- or post-operative needs

▪️ Late-stage pregnancy with low iron

At ICO Health Group, our GPs assess your iron status through blood tests and work with you to find the most effective treatment, oral or intravenous.

Feeling better may be just one infusion away.

Book a consultation to check your iron levels and explore your treatment options! https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us-4/

15/08/2025

If you're generally healthy, it’s easy to think, “I’ll be fine without the flu shot.”

But here’s the bigger picture: vaccination isn’t just about personal protection, it’s about community protection.

The flu vaccine helps:

✅ Reduce your risk of serious illness

✅ Safeguard infants too young to be vaccinated

✅ Protect vulnerable loved ones with chronic conditions

✅ Slow community transmission and support herd immunity

At ICO Health Group, we encourage everyone, not just those at high risk, to consider flu vaccination. Because your healthy choice could help protect someone else's life.

Prevention is powerful. And in just one visit, you can make a difference.

Book your flu vaccine today! https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us-4/

13/08/2025

Nutrition isn’t just about weight loss, it’s about targeted, evidence-based support for your body’s unique needs.

Whether you're navigating:

▪️ Type 2 diabetes

▪️ Heart disease or high cholesterol

▪️ Menopause-related weight changes or symptoms

…a dietitian can help translate complex nutritional science into practical strategies that actually work for you.

At ICO Health Group, our accredited dietitians are part of your care team, working alongside your GP to support long-term, sustainable health changes. No fad diets. No judgment. Just real food guidance tailored to your life.

Food is fuel, but it can also be medicine.

Book an appointment with our Dietitian today and take the next step toward better health! https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us-4/

11/08/2025

You take care of your family, your work, and your responsibilities, but what about your health?

From your 40s, your risk for silent conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and prostate issues increases. The good news? Early detection can change everything.

Here’s what a 40+ Men’s Health Check may include:

▪️ Blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes screening

▪️ Prostate and bowel health checks

▪️ Mental health and lifestyle review

▪️ Skin and heart risk assessment

At ICO Health Group, we offer tailored health checks for men in their 40s and beyond, because real strength is knowing when to prioritise your health.

Prevention is power. It starts with one appointment.

Book your 40+ Men’s Health Check with our GP team today! https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us-4/

08/08/2025

Menopause isn’t just about hot flushes and irregular periods.

Many women experience symptoms like:

▪️ Mood swings or low motivation

▪️ Trouble sleeping or night sweats

▪️ Brain fog or difficulty concentrating

▪️ Heart palpitations or anxiety

…without realising these may be hormone-related.

These subtle, yet significant changes can affect your quality of life, and often go unrecognised or misdiagnosed.

At ICO Health Group, our GPs take the time to understand your whole health picture. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause or already in menopause, we provide personalised care plans to help you feel more in control.

Hormonal health is health. You don’t have to navigate it alone.

Book a women’s health consultation with one of our experienced GPs today.
https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us-4/

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06/08/2025

Think you’re feeling fine? Many serious health conditions begin quietly, with little or no symptoms at all. That’s where routine health assessments make all the difference.

𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝟓 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤𝐬:

1️⃣ High blood pressure – often symptomless, but increases the risk of stroke and heart disease

2️⃣ Pre-diabetes – can be reversed if caught early

3️⃣ Early signs of heart disease – like abnormal cholesterol or ECG changes

4️⃣ Cognitive decline – early memory changes can be subtle but important

5️⃣ Skin changes – including precancerous or suspicious lesions

At ICO Health Group, we don’t wait for symptoms to appear. We focus on prevention and early detection—so you can take control of your health before problems progress.

Haven’t had a check-up in a while? Now’s a good time.

Book your routine health assessment today! https://icohealth.com.au/contact-us-4/