Covid-19 vaccination bookings
August 25, 2021
Please book online for COVID vaccination appointments. Click for more information.
Rapid Antigen Test
January 7, 2022
Two groups of people will soon be able to receive free rapid antigen tests: Concession Card Holders People who are deemed to be a close contact or those who are symptomatic If you test positive from a rapid antigen test, there is no requirement to have a PCR test to
Too busy? Time to rest.
January 5, 2022
Are you finding it hard to wind down from the chaos of the last 2 years? This article from ABC’s reporter Patrick Wright might help you find ways to relax. It’s now time to start taking care of yourself, physically and mentally. Click here to find out how.
Third dose/boosters of Covid vaccine
November 25, 2021
A third dose of vaccine is recommended for anyone aged 18years and over. This can be done 6 months after your second dose or earlier if you are immunocompromised. The benefits of a third dose include a stronger and longer immunity to Covid-19 and will reduce the spread of this
I’m vaccinated – now how do I prove it?
October 5, 2021
The easiest way to get proof of your vaccination is your myGov account. Alternatively, you can ask your vaccination provider for an immunisation history or you can call the Immunisation Register on 1800 653 809. If you are not eligible through Medicare, you can get proof by creating a myGov
Vaccination update
July 16, 2021
Our clinic is now offering vaccinations for people aged 40 years and older. We have several sessions running for vaccination and booking is easy. Call us on 9782 6666 or book online. For those young people aged under 40 years, you may still be eligible under the criteria for 1a
COVID-19 VACCINATION
May 13, 2021
Our clinic is now offering vaccinations for patients over 60 years of age. Please visit the Department of Health’s Vaccine Eligibility Checker and follow the prompts. Bookings can be made directly from the vaccine checker website or through our online booking provider – HotDoc.com.au. Search for Covid-19 Vaccine Practitioner AstraZeneca
When can I get a covid-19 vaccine?
February 24, 2021
The short answer is: ” we don’t know!” We are getting lots of enquiries asking “when will the Covid-19 vaccine be available?” And at this stage we are unable to provide a definitive answer. The Australian Government is in the process of securing enough doses of the vaccine to immunise
WHERE TO FIND HELP and INFORMATION
December 4, 2020
When searching the internet, how do you know if the website you’re searching is reputable or that you are receiving the correct information? Beware, there’s a lot of ‘fake news’ and misinformation out there! We recommend the Better Health Channel. The Better Health Channel aims to provide health and medical
Surviving the heat
December 1, 2020
Summer and hot weather is approaching! In particular, this week in eastern Australia we’ll see extreme weather conditions as per report dated 30th November from the Bureau of Meteorology (click here to view). Some temperatures are expected to rise 18C above average! It’s a timely reminder that we must protect
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