Mental Health Websites

Beyond Blue – Depression and Anxiety

The Black Dog Institute – Depression and Anxiety

Headspace – for young people aged 12-25

Alcohol & Other Drugs

Online Counselling – ThisWayUp Moodgym Mindspot

Mental Health Crisis Line (available 24/7) – 1800 011 511

Lifeline – 13 11 14

WE HAVE TEMPORARILY RESUMED VIDEO or TELEPHONE CONSULTATIONS – YOUR DOCTOR CAN DECIDE IF A VISIT TO THE SURGERY IS NEEDED

We ask that ALL PEOPLE BRING a mask to their consultation

Please PHONE (do not book online) if you have a cough, cold, sore throat or fever and one of our doctors can discussion appointment options

COVID VACCINATION

We have limited supplies of ASTRA-ZENECA COVID VACCINE only – anyone aged 60 and over can phone to make an appointment – we have decided to take all bookings by phone (rather than online) due to limited supply issues

INFLUENZA VACCINATION

Influenza vaccine now available for patients over 65 years old or anyone with a chronic illness – please phone the practice for an appointment

INFLUENZA VACCINE IS ALSO FREE FOR ALL CHILDREN UNDER 5 YEARS OF AGE

PNEUMONIA VACCINATION – NEW GUIDELINES

Prevenar pneumococcal vaccine is recommended for all patients aged 70 or older even if you have had the previous vaccine (Pneumovax).

Shingles Vaccine provides long term protection against shingles. The vaccine is free for everyone aged 70 to 79 – please discuss with your doctor.

Iron infusions available – if you have been diagnosed with iron deficiency, discuss the option of an iron infusion with your doctor. New patients will need to have a consultation prior to any treatment, and to bring their most current results and a letter from their GP. PLEASE NOTE there is an OUT OF POCKET EXPENSE of $50 for consultations (that is, after Medicare Rebate) and an OUT OF POCKET EXPENSE of $70 for the infusion

Welcome our newest doctors, Dr Vivien Hsu and Dr Jane Horsley. Vivien and Jane have special interests in Children’s and Women’s Health and are available four days a week.