Medicine on Second, Maroochydore

02/03/2026

Today is World Hearing Day. The theme for this years World Hearing Day is “From communities to classrooms: hearing care for all children.”

This year the goals are:

Preventing avoidable childhood hearing loss;
Ensuring early identification of and care for children with ear or hearing problems;
Schools and communities are natural entry points to reach children, parents, and teachers. By integrating hearing care into school health and child health programmes, we can help children hear, learn, and succeed.

Did you know:

Around 90 million children aged 5-19 years, live with hearing loss;
Over 60% of childhood hearing loss is preventable through simple, cost-effective public health measures.

If you have concerns regarding your childs hearing please make an appointment with your GP. You can phone our reception team on 07 54439455 or book online at www.hotdoc.com.au

To find out more please visit the website below.
https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-hearing-day/2026

26/02/2026

We are pleased to announce that we have a new GP who has joined the team here at Medicine on Second. Dr Philippa Collins is accepting new and existing patients. If you are a new patient you will need to phone the clinic for an appointment, otherwise you can book on www.hotdoc.com.au

23/12/2025

We would like to wish all our wonderful patients a very Merry Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year.

We hope Christmas is filled with love, laughter, and special moments with those who matter most.

We will be closed from Thursday 25th - Saturday 27th December. We will reopen on Monday 29th December at 8am. We will also be closed for New Years Day on Thursday 1st January 2026.

If you need urgent medical attention please dial 000 or present to your closest emergency department. If you need after hours care please dial 13 74 25 for our after hours doctor.

27/10/2025

The 2025 SunnyKids Mayoral Ball has raised an incredible $70,000 to support vulnerable families experiencing violence in our community.

Held in Machjet International’s stunning new hangar at Sunshine Coast Airport, the sold-out event brought together more than 300 guests for an unforgettable evening of connection, compassion and community spirit.

Every dollar raised will go directly towards helping local children and families who need our support - particularly as we approach the festive season, when the need is greatest.

A heartfelt thank you to all the incredible sponsors and wonderful guests who came together to make this event possible - it truly does take a village and together, we’re creating brighter futures for Sunshine Coast families.

15/10/2025

https://brushfire.com/ncacch/wphcd2025/615572

02/10/2025

Mental Health Week is coming up and the theme for 2025
is “Connect for mental health”.

It emphasizes the proactive measures we can adopt to nurture and support positive mental health and wellbeing for ourselves and our communities. Queensland Mental Health Week provides an opportunity for all Queenslanders to consider and connect with the people and communities that they rely on to help them be mentally healthy, through a range of events and activities.

Connect for mental health focuses on four areas:

Connect with self: Take care of yourself, do something you enjoy, make healthy choices, and seek help when needed.
Connect with community: Create supportive and inclusive environments, look after one another, and connect with culture. Show kindness and initiate connection with those who are struggling.
Connect with others: Foster relationships with loved ones, friends, family, and mob. Spend time with others and make meaningful connections.
Connect with nature: Take a break from technology, spend time outdoors, embrace mindfulness, and take care of the world around you

If you need to speak with your GP please make an appointment online at www.hotdoc.com.au or phone our reception team on 5443 9455.

Please refer to the following websites for further information.

https://www.qldmentalhealthweek.org.au/
https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
https://www.lifeline.org.au/
https://headspace.org.au/

02/10/2025

We will be closed on Monday 6th October for the Kings Birthday Public Holiday. We will reopen at 8am on Tuesday 7th October.

If you require urgent medical attention please dial 000 or present to your nearest emergency department.

If you require after hours service please phone the National Home Doctor Service on 13 74 25.

24/09/2025

Most of these ridiculous, unscientific claims were disproven by good scientific research more than twenty years ago.

https://www.facebook.com/ABCScience/videos/1100237705587981/?fs=e&fs=e

24/09/2025

“United States President Donald Trump has urged pregnant women to avoid paracetamol except in cases of extremely high fever, because of a possible link to autism.

Paracetamol – known as acetaminophen or by the brand name Tylenol in the US – is commonly used to relieve pain, such as back pain and headaches, and to reduce fever during pregnancy.

Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration today re-affirmed existing medical guidelines that it’s safe for pregnant women to take paracetamol at any stage of pregnancy.”

It’s safe for pregnant women to take paracetamol at any stage of pregnancy. Here’s what the research says about the risk of autism.

15/09/2025

This week is Dementia Action Week with the theme "Nobody Can Do It Alone". This national initiative, led by Dementia Australia, aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote the idea that people living with dementia, their families, and carers need a strong support network.

Dementia doesn’t just impact the person living with the condition and their immediate carers; it also impacts their friends, family and wider social network.

People living with dementia tell us that friends and family often drop away, not knowing how to interact with them once they have a diagnosis.

This leads to social isolation and loneliness and can further drive stigma and discrimination. With an estimated 433,300 Australians living with dementia and 1.7 million people involved in their care, chances are you know someone who is impacted by dementia.

This Dementia Action Week we challenge everyone in the community to reach out and reconnect to someone impacted by dementia because nobody can do it alone.

For further information or to become involved please click the link below.

https://www.dementia.org.au/get-involved/dementia-action-week

If you have any concerns about a friend or family member encourage them to book an appointment with their GP on www.hotdoc.com.au

10/09/2025

Today is R U OK? Day.

This is the national day of action when Australians are encouraged to connect with people in their lives and have meaningful conversations with anyone who might be struggling with life's challenges

You don't need to be an expert to reach out - just a good friend and a great listener.

Use these four steps and have a conversation that could change a life:

Ask R U OK?
Listen
Encourage action
Check in

For more information please go to https://www.ruok.org.au/ or you can make an appointment with one of our GP's at www.hotdoc.com.au

12/08/2025

Today we are celebrating the birthday of Roger. Everyone at Medicine on Second wishes him the happiest day and year ahead. Nothing like a delicious cheese platter for morning tea. 💙 🎂 🎉