Yeppoon Family Practice

26/02/2026

Understanding your family health history is an important part of preventive care.

Certain factors, such as a family history of ovarian, breast or bowel cancer, or known inherited genetic conditions, may influence your individual risk.

Having these factors does not mean you will develop ovarian cancer. It simply means it may be helpful to have a conversation with your GP about what is appropriate for you.

If you are unsure about your family history or would like to discuss it further, we’re here to help.

24/02/2026

💙 February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.

Ovarian cancer can be difficult to detect early, as symptoms are often subtle and may be mistaken for other common conditions. These can include persistent bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, feeling full quickly, or changes in urinary habits.

According to Ovarian Cancer Australia, ovarian cancer is Australia’s most lethal female cancer, with a five-year survival rate of approximately 49%. It is also reported that around 70% of those diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer will experience a recurrence within three years.

These statistics highlight the importance of awareness. While there is currently no routine screening test in Australia for women without symptoms, recognising persistent or unusual changes and discussing them with your GP can help guide appropriate assessment.

If you have concerns or would like to talk about your individual risk, please arrange an appointment.

24/01/2026

🇦🇺Happy Australia Day🇦🇺

Please note our practice will be closed on Monday 26 January for the Australia Day public holiday.

While the practice is not open, we do have a doctor on call.
If you require medical assistance, please phone the practice number and follow the prompts for further instructions.

Please note that private fees will apply for any consultations on the public holiday.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Australia Day

12/01/2026

The Central Queensland Public Health Unit has confirmed a case of measles in an overseas traveller who has visited the Yeppoon region.

Contact tracing has been completed and two local exposure sites have been identified:

• Oshen Apartments, 6 - 8 January
• Capricorn Coast Health Service, 6 January (evening) - 7 January (early morning)

The health service has notified all close contacts. The risk of infection to the broader community remains very low.

Measles is a highly infectious virus that is spread by coughing and sneezing or through direct contact with secretions from the nose or mouth. Symptoms usually start 7-10 days after contact with an infected person but can sometimes take as long as three weeks.

Measles usually starts as a flu-like illness with symptoms that include:
🤒fever
😪tiredness
🥵blotchy rash that spreads from head/face to rest of body
😷severe cough
👀red/sore eyes
👃runny nose
👄white spots in the mouth

If you develop symptoms, seek medical care. Call ahead to let the Practice or hospital know you may have been exposed to measles. For advice, contact 13HEALTH.

Everyone should ensure they are vaccinated for measles, particularly if you are due to travel overseas.

24/12/2025

📢 💊 Need a script over the Christmas period?
Request online via the AMS Connect App and your script will be sent as an e-script – $50. 🚫 Not for S8 medications or antibiotics.

👉 Request your script by selecting Book Now on our website - https://yfp.com.au/

Or try to connect directly to the AMS Connect App -https://automedsystems.com.au/.../yeppoon.../doctors/loc/1

24/12/2025

From all of us at the practice, we wish you a safe and joyful Christmas. Thank you for being part of our community — we’re here for you whenever you need us.

23/12/2025

When one of our wonderful receptionists fully commits to the Christmas spirit… 🎄

Taylor has channelled her inner Cindy Lou Who today - bringing some extra festive cheer to the front desk.

From our whole team at Yeppoon Family Practice, we wish you a very Merry Christmas ✨

23/12/2025

🐾 Special visitor today! 🐾
We were lucky enough to have Donkey, a very big and very beautiful assistance dog, pop into the practice today.
Absolutely enormous… and just as gentle. He definitely made our day 💙

23/12/2025

23/12/2025

🎄 Christmas Update, including Practice hours 🎄

We’ll be closing a little earlier than usual on Christmas Eve (early afternoon).

There are still appointments available if you need a consult or scripts before Christmas. To book, phone the practice on 4913 9300 or book online via our website.

Need a script over the holidays? Our online script service is available via our website (under book an appointment).

We also have our on-call doctors available throughout the Christmas period. Phone the practice phone number for instructions (private fees apply).

We reopen Saturday after Christmas.

🎄 Merry Christmas to all 🎄

11/11/2025

🌺 Remembrance Day — 11th of the 11th 🌺

Today, we pause to remember the brave men and women who served — and those who continue to serve — for the peace and freedom we enjoy.

At this moment of reflection, we’re reminded of the strength that comes from caring for one another — the same spirit we strive to uphold in our practice and our community every day.

May we honour their memory through kindness, connection, and compassion.

Lest We Forget.

05/11/2025

🪼 Be Box Jellyfish Aware 🪼

There have been reports of Box Jellyfish spotted at Lammermoor Beach this week.
While Box Jellyfish are usually found in North Queensland (north of the Tropic of Capricorn), these dangerous stingers can occasionally be carried down the coast by northerly winds and tides — meaning it’s important to stay alert when swimming in local waters this season.

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⚠️ Why Box Jellyfish Are So Dangerous

Box jellyfish are among the most venomous marine creatures in the world. Their near-invisible te****les contain thousands of stinging cells that can inject venom capable of causing severe pain, paralysis, cardiac arrest, or even death within minutes.
Stings can occur in shallow water and are often difficult to see — making prevention and rapid first aid absolutely vital.

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🧴 First Aid for Box Jellyfish Stings

If someone is stung by a suspected box jellyfish:

1️⃣ Call Triple Zero (000) immediately.

• Treat all box jellyfish stings as a medical emergency.

• If safe, remove the person from the water and follow the DRSABCD steps (Danger, Response, Send for help, Airway, Breathing, Compressions/CPR, Defibrillation).

2️⃣ Flood the sting area with vinegar (acetic acid 4–6%) for at least 30 seconds.

• Vinegar inactivates unfired stinging cells, helping prevent further venom release.

• Do not apply fresh water, alcohol, or rub the area — these can trigger additional stings.

• If vinegar is unavailable, gently rinse with sea water only to help remove te****les.

3️⃣ Remove te****les carefully.

• Use tweezers, a stick, or a gloved hand once vinegar has been applied.

• Never use bare hands.

4️⃣ Begin CPR if required.

• If the person stops breathing or becomes unresponsive, commence CPR immediately and continue until help arrives.

5️⃣ Pain relief.

• After vinegar application and te****le removal, apply a cold pack (ice in a plastic bag) to the area for pain relief.

• Do not use hot water for box jellyfish stings (hot water is suitable for bluebottle stings, not box jellyfish).

6️⃣ Seek urgent medical care even if symptoms appear mild.

• Vinegar does not neutralise venom already injected, and symptoms can escalate rapidly.

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🌊 Prevention Tips
• Swim at patrolled beaches.
• Check local Surf Life Saving alerts and follow all safety signage.
• Wear protective stinger suits or rash vests in coastal waters during stinger season.
• Keep vinegar in your beach or boat first aid kit when travelling in tropical or northern Queensland.

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💬 Let’s help spread awareness and keep our community safe in the water this summer. Share this post to remind others to be “stinger smart”!