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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

‘Tis the season to be jolly – yes, but hopefully not too silly! The Christmas season is a time when a lot of people’s good habits slide, or when we become more aware of our not-so-good habits. Five tips to help keep you healthy over the season: 1. Be realistic about what you can achieve…

“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” is an aphorism that does not apply to our bones! Osteoporosis is a condition caused by an imbalance between natural mechanisms breaking down bone and rebuilding them. As a result, the bones become weaker and less dense. By the time a person suffers a break/fracture, this process has…