It’s 2024! Now is the ideal time to refocus on your health. With so many recent celebrations, a lot of good habits may have slidden, and it’s time to renew healthy lifestyle choices. My tips for the New Year: Set realistic goals for yourself – goals define our priorities and make them more achievable. However,…
All you need to know about the ‘Pneumonia’ vaccine by Dr Dale Garred
Pneumococcal Disease is an infection cause by a type of bacteria called ‘Streptocuccus pneumoniae’. There are many different strains of Streptoccus pneumoniae bacteria. While it is often associated with lung infection (pneumonia), Streptococcus pneumonia can also cause serious blood infections and infections of the brain lining (Meningitis). Vaccination is available to protect against the more…
Coronary Artery Calcium Scores by Dr Dale Garred
Heart attack and stroke are some of Australia’s biggest killers. Wonderfully in medicine we have many tools available to us to help assess a patient’s risk of developing Cardiovascular Disease (i.e Angina, Heart Attack) and Stroke. All patients over the age of 45 (who are not already at high risk of developing cardiovascular disease) should…
Dying to Know Day in August by Jane Pocock (Practice Manager at Baywest Medical Centre & Manly Village Medical)
There is a day (8th August) on the “Health Events Calendar” which is an annual day dedicated to creating conversations about death, dying and bereavement. Death seems to be something that most people in western culture don’t want to talk about, it can be an uncomfortable confronting conversation, but dying is the one sure thing…
Notification of Fee Increases from 1st August 2023
STANDARD CONSULTATION FEES from 1st August, 2023 Manly Village Medical is a Private Billing Practice. Concession Rates apply to Pension Card Holders only. We offer the convenience of on-the-spot Medicare claiming through TYRO. Consultation Fee Rebate Out of Pocket 3 $43.85 $18.85 $25.00 3 Concession $33.85 $18.85 $15.00 23 Level 1 – 12 mins or less $89.50…
Winter and your Skin by Dr Rebecca Levy
One of the best things about winter, for some people, is being able to hide their skin under layers of clothing. Dry or damaged skin might be ignored when out of sight, but taking care of your skin makes you feel good year-round. Some skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis, often flare up in…
Can you get sick from the ‘Flu’ Vaccine? by Dr Dale Garred
It’s that time of year again, where we all huddle up indoors sharing our germs. Already in the southern states we have seen significant spikes in the number of Influenza cases compared to the same time in previous years. We are likely in store for a nasty ‘Flu’ season this year. We encourage all individuals…
A pain in the Ear by Dr Orla Barry
Most of us have had at least one or two ear infections in our lives. They can be painful, affect our hearing and drive us nuts! Here are a few key things to know about what ear infections are and how to help them. The ear is divided into two sections. The outer ear is…
Home Medicines Review by Dr Maria Nicolaou
A Home Medicines Review is a free service that can be organised by your GP. The purpose of the review is to improve your understanding of the medicines you are using, including over the counter medications, herbs and vitamins. During the visit, a pharmacist will attend your home and address any questions and concerns you…
Alcohol : How Much is Too Much? by Dr Orla Barry
As we emerge on the other side of holidays, maybe a little bleary eyed or with belts loosened I’m sure many of us are turning our minds to New Year’s resolutions. For some that may mean more exercise or less food but for others it will mean trying to cut back on drinking. The Australian…