FLU The flu season is from June to September each year. It is important to take steps now in order to protect yourself and those around you. Health experts highly recommend getting vaccinated against the flu. Continue reading this article to be able to make informed decisions on how best to keep yourself and others safe. What is Influenza/Flu ? Influenza or the Flu is...
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Mental Health What is mental health? Mental health is defined by the World Health Organization as a state of wellbeing in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully and is able to make a contribution to their community. When most people hear the words ‘mental health’ they immediately think of conditions such...
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Bowel Cancer Bowel cancer mostly affects people over the age of 50, but recent evidence suggests it is on the rise among younger Australians. Our study found bowel cancer incidence is falling in older Australians. This is likely, in part, to reflect the efficacy of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program, targeted at those aged 50–74 to screen for bowel cancer using a free, simple test...
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AstraZeneca vaccine Phase 2A updated 17th May 2021 Who qualifies : People aged 50 years and over Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 16-49 years Other critical and high risk workers There have been changes to the advice around the COVID-19 vaccines. The Pfizer vaccine is now preferred to the AstraZeneca vaccine for adults aged under 50 years. This recommendation is based on: the higher risk...
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Back-to-school health tips for parents and kids It’s been a great summer, but it’s time to get everyone back in the groove of classes, sports practice — and getting up early again. Here are some tips to help your kids make a healthy transition back to school. 1.Get Bedtimes back on track Getting a good night’s sleep is not only important for a child’s growth...
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At Dee Why Medical Centre we are committed to caring for and supporting our patients during the coronavirus pandemic. At Dee Why Medical Centre together with doctors, nurses, and receptionists during Holiday Season more than ever, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our progress possible. Thank you for trusting on us to take care of you and your family, and allowing us...
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At Dee Why Medical Centre we are committed to caring for and supporting our patients during the coronavirus pandemic. Further Northern Beaches venues have been identified following the notification of 15 new cases of COVID-19 today.As previously advised, this brings the Northern Beaches cluster to 17. The air crew van driver from southern Sydney who tested positive yesterday is not included in this cluster.The source...
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October is the Breast Cancer Awareness month. It is estimated that 19,800 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in Australia this year. Our practice would like to raise more awareness of breast cancer. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) this year 3,000 will lose their life – 8 every day. In Australia, 55 Australians are diagnosed every day. Screening programs are designed...
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At Dee Why Medical Centre we are committed to caring for and supporting our patients during the coronavirus pandemic. It is important for patients to continue with their usual health check-ups, procedures and immunisations. We are open 7 days to provide healthcare to individuals and families via telehealth (phone or video) consultation or face to face appointments What is Coronavirus Coronaviruses are a family of...
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Flu Shot Winter is coming….so is the flu. The vaccine prepares and boosts your immune system to help fight the flu but not the coronavirus if you are exposed to it. This will reduce your risk of influenza which kills hundreds of people. Department of Health has recommended you get vaccinated prior to the peak of the flu season, which starts from mid-April to August. The...
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