Walton Bridge Medical Centre

22/04/2026

We wish to inform our patients that our clinics will be closed on Saturday 25 April for ANZAC Day. ​

For any urgent medical needs during this time, please contact your nearest after-hours service or dial 000 in an emergency.​

Lest we forget. ​

~ Supporting our community for over 60 years ~

12/04/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month, and this year’s theme, Be the Change, is a reminder to take an active role in your health and wellbeing.

Stress is more common than we think, and it can show up in ways we don’t always recognise. Noticing the signs is the first step:
• Feeling overwhelmed or constantly worried
• Changes in sleep or appetite
• Difficulty concentrating
• Irritability or mood changes
• Physical symptoms like headaches or fatigue

Being the change starts with small, everyday actions—checking in with yourself, managing stress, and prioritising your wellbeing. Over time, these actions can help build resilience and create lasting change.

If stress is impacting your health or wellbeing, your GP can help you take the next step with the right support and care.

~ Supporting our community for over 60 years ~

06/04/2026

Today is World Health Day, and this year’s theme is “Together for health. Stand with science.”

From early detection and prevention to managing ongoing conditions, your GP uses science-backed care to support your health at every stage of life.

It’s not just about treating illness — it’s about making informed decisions, accessing the right care, and building a long-term approach to your health and wellbeing.

Together for health starts with trusted advice and the right support when you need it.

If you have questions about your health or it’s time for a check-up, book an appointment with your GP.

~ Supporting our community for over 60 years ~

06/04/2026

We’re proud to support The Gap Football Club and be part of such a strong, community-driven club. Looking after players and families both on and off the field is what it’s all about, and it’s great to be part of a team that values that just as much as we do.

Here’s to a fantastic season ahead!

Community clubs don’t run on talent alone.
They run on support.

From the sidelines. Behind the scenes. And from people who genuinely care about the well-being of our players and families.

A big thank you to Walton Bridge Medical Centre for being part of The Gap FC community.

In football, looking after your body matters — but so does having the right people backing you off the field too. That’s what great community partnerships are all about.

We’re proud to have Walton Bridge Medical Centre on our team 💛💙

31/03/2026

We wish to inform our patients that our clinics will be closed this Easter from Friday 3rd April to Monday 6th April except for our Waterworks Road clinic which is OPEN Saturday.

For any urgent medical needs during this time, please contact your nearest after-hours service or dial 000 in an emergency.​

Have a safe and happy Easter. ​

~ Supporting our community for over 60 years ~

23/03/2026

Lung cancer screening saves lives.

If you’re aged 50–70 and have a history of smoking, you may be eligible for the free National Lung Cancer Screening Program.

Screening can detect lung cancer early, when treatment is more effective.

Book an appointment with your GP today to see if you are eligible.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4s8D5TV

19/03/2026

March 19 is National Close the Gap Day.

This year's theme: Agency, Leadership, Reform — ensuring the survival, dignity and wellbeing of First Nations peoples.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians still face a life expectancy gap of around eight years compared to non-Indigenous Australians. Closing that gap starts with access to the right care at the right time.

The 715 Health Check is a free, comprehensive health assessment available to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of any age, every 9 to 12 months. It covers physical, mental, and social wellbeing, and opens the door to additional bulk-billed allied health services, follow-up care, and chronic disease management.
Right now, only about 30% of eligible people are getting their health check. That number needs to change.

If you or a family member are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, contact your local GP or Aboriginal Medical Service and ask about booking a 715 Health Check. It takes under an hour and is government funded.

18/03/2026

This week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week.

GPs are currently having more conversations about neurodiversity than ever. And that's a good thing.

ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, Tourette syndrome. These conditions show up differently in every person. Sometimes they present as difficulty concentrating. Sometimes it's sensory overwhelm, social exhaustion, or struggles with organisation that have been there for as long as someone can remember.

For many adults, these conditions weren't picked up as children. The signs were there, but they didn't fit the stereotype. They found ways to cope, to mask, to push through. Years later, something prompts the question.

That question is always worth asking.

If you've been wondering whether your brain works a little differently, talk to your GP. A conversation is the first step toward understanding, support, and the right plan for you.

16/03/2026

This week is Multiple Birth Awareness Week. The 2026 theme: Make It A Good Start.

Families with twins, triplets, and more must navigate a journey that comes with unique challenges from day one. Higher rates of premature birth, greater mental health risks for parents, severe exhaustion, and financial pressures that are often underestimated.

Around 4,200 multiple births happen in Australia every year. Only 11% of parents of multiples feel adequately supported by the programs and policies in place.

A good start means early conversations with your GP or midwife, connecting with your local multiple birth club through the Australian Multiple Birth Association, and knowing that asking for help is part of the plan.

If you're expecting or raising multiples, talk to your GP. Ther're here to support you through every stage.

13/03/2026

This World Sleep Day, the theme is Sleep Well, Live Better.

Sleep affects everything. Mood, concentration, immune function, chronic pain, weight, mental health. When sleep suffers, the body follows.

Nearly half of all Australian adults report at least two sleep-related problems. Many don't raise it in a consultation because they've accepted poor sleep as normal.

It's not. And it's worth talking about.

A consistent sleep schedule, limiting screens before bed, and managing stress are a good place to start. But if you've been struggling for a while, bring it up at your next appointment. Sleep is just as important as diet and exercise.

Your GP is a good first step.

08/03/2026

🌸 International Women’s Day 2026 – Give To Gain 🌸

This year’s International Women's Day theme is Give To Gain — a powerful reminder that when we give, we all gain.

When women thrive, we all rise.

At our clinic, we see every day how supporting women’s health creates a ripple effect across families and communities. Giving can take many forms — time, knowledge, advocacy, respect, visibility, mentoring, and care. And one of the most important ways women can give to themselves and those they love is by prioritising their own health.

💗 Give time to your health – Book your check-ups and preventative screenings.
💗 Give knowledge – Share health information with the women in your life.
💗 Give support – Encourage friends, mothers, daughters, sisters and colleagues to see their GP.
💗 Give visibility – Talk openly about women’s health issues and challenge stigma.

When women attend regular health checks — from cervical screening and breast checks to heart health, mental health, and chronic disease management — they are not just caring for themselves. They are strengthening their families, workplaces and communities.

Together, let’s make this one of the biggest giving days of the year — supporting women, supporting women’s health, and supporting those who champion equality every day.
Because when we give from the heart, we gain a stronger, healthier future for all 💜