Yackandandah Health Medical Centre

24/03/2026

The cooler months are coming… and so is flu season! 🍂
Now’s the time to get protected – quick, easy, and right here at YHMC 💙

🔥 FLU CLINIC DATES – BOOK NOW!
📅 April 13 | April 14 | April 15 | April 16 | April 17

💉 FREE (Bulk Billed) Flu Vaccines available for:
✔️ 65 years and over
✔️ Pregnant women
✔️ Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people
✔️ Children 6 months – 5 years
✔️ Patients with chronic conditions (e.g. diabetes, heart disease, epilepsy & more)

👃✨ NEW & EXCITING – Needle-Free Option for Kids!
We now offer a nasal spray flu vaccine – perfect for little ones who don’t love needles!
(Please note: not covered by Medicare)

💲 Pricing:
• Private flu vaccine: $24
• Nasal spray vaccine: $50

🚨 Why get vaccinated?
✔️ Protect yourself
✔️ Protect your family
✔️ Protect our community

Spots will fill fast – don’t miss out!
📞 Call us or jump online to book your appointment today

💙 Let’s stay well together this flu season!

24/03/2026

🌟 Dr Emma Polkinghorne is in clinic TODAY! 🌟

Need to see a GP? We still have appointments available today, but they won’t last long!

📞 Call the clinic now to secure your spot
💻 Or book online via HotDoc or our website: https://www.hotdoc.com.au or www.yackandandahhealth.com.au

Don’t wait — get in while appointments are still available! 😊

Proudly providing quality aged care, medical services and childcare services to the Yackandandah community Yackandandah Health Aged Care is a welcoming, country-style community where residents are supported to maintain their interests, familiar routines and connections to the people and places they....

24/03/2026

🩺✨ Lost & Found… but make it Barbie! ✨🩺

Is anyone missing these two fabulous little patients? 💕
They’ve been left behind at the Medical Centre (we think sometime last week!) and are currently enjoying their extended stay with us.

Don’t worry — they’ve been VERY well looked after… we’ve made sure they’ve had plenty of rest, and no appointments missed 😉💅

If they belong to your household, please come and reunite them with their family — they’re starting to think they work here now! 😂

📍 Pop into the Medical Centre to collect them

20/03/2026

🌿 Meet Our Dietitian – Britt Kneeshaw! 🌿

Looking to improve your health, nutrition, or manage a chronic condition? Our wonderful dietitian Britt Kneeshaw is here to help!

🥗 Britt visits the clinic on the last Tuesday of every month
📅 Her next clinic is Tuesday 24th March
✅ Appointments available now!

Best of all – ALL appointments are BULK BILLED 🙌

Whether you’re looking for support with diabetes, heart health, weight management, or general nutrition advice, Britt is here to guide you every step of the way.

📞 Call the clinic today to secure your appointment!

19/03/2026

Spots available- Get in quick before she books up!!!
Don't forget you can find her on HotDocs.

Book an online appointment with your preferred healthcare provider all over Australia. See up to date availability and book instantly.

19/03/2026

✨ Exciting times at Yackandandah Health Medical Centre! ✨

With just ONE WEEK to go until our upcoming accreditation, you may start to notice a few changes around the clinic—we’re getting everything ready behind the scenes!

On Friday 27th March, we’ll be welcoming AGPAL accreditors on site to complete our accreditation visit. This is a huge milestone for us, as it will be our very first accreditation since the change of ownership 🎉

We’re incredibly proud of how far we’ve come and remain committed to continuously improving our services for our wonderful community.

💬 We’d love to hear from YOU!
Your feedback helps shape the care we provide, so please don’t forget to share any suggestions. Our suggestion box is located at the front counter, or you can chat with one of our friendly team anytime.

Thank you for being part of our journey—we couldn’t do it without your support 💙

11/03/2026

🌿 Dr Emma Polkinghorne – Upcoming Visiting Dates 🌿

We’re pleased to share that Dr Emma Polkinghorne will be consulting at the clinic on the following dates:

🗓 Wednesday 25 March
🗓 Wednesday 22 April
🗓 Wednesday 20 May
🗓 Wednesday 17 June

If you would like an appointment with Emma, we recommend booking early as sessions can fill quickly.

📞 Call the clinic to speak with reception 0260 280130
💻 Book online anytime via HotDoc

Book an online appointment with your preferred healthcare provider all over Australia. See up to date availability and book instantly.

24/02/2026

🌿 Your local health care, all in one place 🌿

Did you know Yackandandah Health Medical Centre provides a wide range of GP and nursing services to support our community at every stage of life?

✨ Women’s & reproductive health

Contraception advice and options

Certified insertion and removal of IUDs and Implanon's

Women’s health checks with our Nurse Practitioner

OB GP Dr Tess Goodwin & Midwife Louise, available every Thursday

🩺 General GP & nursing care

General GP consultations for all ages

Chronic disease management (diabetes, asthma, heart health)

Health assessments and care plans

Mental health support and care plans

Immunisations for children and adults

Preventative health checks and screening

Referrals to specialists and allied health

🔬 Procedures & treatments

Skin checks

Biopsies and basic skin excisions

Wound care and treatment

Minor procedures

We’re proud to offer professional, compassionate care close to home 💚
If you’d like to book an appointment or find out more about our services, please contact our reception team.

📞 Call or book online today 0260 280130

27/01/2026

🌟 Exciting News – Dietitian Services Are Back! 🌟

We’re very happy to share some fantastic news with our community!

After some uncertainty due to our previous PHN-funded dietitian, Lauren Ross, heading off on maternity leave, we can now confirm that Britt Kneeshaw has been recruited to take over the role — and we’re thrilled to welcome her to our clinic.

🥗 Britt Kneeshaw, Dietitian
📅 Available every 4th Tuesday of the month
📍 Starting Tuesday 24th February 2026

Even better news?
✅ This service is completely PHN funded
✅ No out-of-pocket costs for patients

Britt can assist with a wide range of nutrition needs, and there has already been strong interest from patients. Referrals can be sent through as usual, or patients are welcome to self-refer by contacting the clinic.

Please feel free to share this with family and friends who may benefit, and chat to our reception team if you’d like more information or to book an appointment.

We’re so pleased to be able to offer this valuable service to our community once again 💚

27/01/2026

🚨 Extreme Heat Warning – Stay Safe in the Heat 🚨

With the current extreme heat, it’s important to take extra care of yourself, your family, and those more vulnerable in our community.

🌡️ Extreme heat can cause serious health issues, especially for older adults, young children, people with chronic conditions, and anyone working or exercising outdoors.

💧 Protect yourself by:
• Drinking plenty of water – even if you don’t feel thirsty
• Staying indoors during the hottest part of the day
• Using air-conditioning or fans where possible
• Wearing light, loose clothing
• Checking in on family, friends, and neighbours

⚠️ Know the difference: Heat Exhaustion vs Heat Stroke

Heat Exhaustion (can worsen if untreated):
• Heavy sweating
• Dizziness or fainting
• Headache
• Nausea or vomiting
• Cool, pale, or clammy skin

➡️ Move to a cool area, drink water, and rest.

Heat Stroke (medical emergency):
• High body temperature
• Hot, dry skin (or stopped sweating)
• Confusion, agitation, or slurred speech
• Severe headache
• Loss of consciousness

🚑 Heat stroke is life-threatening – call 000 immediately.

If you are experiencing any symptoms related to heat, please contact our reception for advice or an appointment on 0260 280130
In an emergency, always call 000.

Let’s look after one another during this extreme weather 💛
Stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay safe.

22/01/2026

🩹 Why It’s Important to Have Your Wounds Checked 🩹

Have you cut yourself, had a fall, undergone a procedure, or recently been discharged from hospital and aren’t quite sure what to do next? You’re not alone — and getting your wound checked can make a real difference to your recovery.

Even wounds that seem small or “not too bad” can cause problems if they’re not healing properly. Infection, delayed healing, increased pain, or scarring can occur when wounds are left unchecked or managed at home without the right advice.

👀 Why wound checks matter:

Early detection of infection (redness, swelling, heat, discharge, odour)

Ensuring wounds are healing correctly

Correct dressing choice and wound care

Reducing the risk of complications or hospital readmission

Providing peace of mind and reassurance

🤕 You should consider having your wound checked if:

You’ve had a cut, graze, or fall

You are diabetic

You have a surgical wound or stitches

You’ve been discharged from hospital and need follow-up care

Your wound is painful, red, leaking, or not improving

You’re unsure how to clean or dress it properly

You just want reassurance that everything looks okay

💙 It’s okay to ask for help
Our practice nurse Claire is here to help answer your questions and provide reassurance — early intervention can prevent bigger problems down the track.

If you or a loved one has a wound that needs checking, advice on dressings, or support after a hospital stay, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Looking after wounds early helps keep you safe, comfortable, and healing well.

📞 Contact us to book a wound check or speak with our team today. on 0260 280130 or book online via our website or HOTDOCs

Your health matters — and we’re here to help every step of the way.

21/01/2026

🌸 Midwife Care Program – We’re Here for You 🌸

Just a friendly reminder to our community that Yackandandah Health Medical Centre proudly offers a Midwife Care Program, and we are currently accepting new patients 🤍

Our experienced midwife works closely with our doctors to support women and families through all stages of care, including:
• Pre-conception advice and planning
• Pregnancy care
• Postpartum support
• Perinatal mental health
• Breastfeeding support
• General reproductive health information

If you’re thinking about starting a family, are currently pregnant, or need support after birth, our team is here to help and happy to talk through your options.

📞 Simply contact reception to book an appointment or ask about our Midwife Care Program.
💬 Referrals and self-presentations are welcome.

Please feel free to share this post with anyone who may benefit — we’d love to support more local families 💐

— Yackandandah Health Medical Centre