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Albert Road General Practice

Locality: South Melbourne, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9111 8959

Address: 1R/38 Albert Road 3205 South Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://albertroadgp.com.au

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22.01.2022 As a follow on from our previous post about how important it is to keep on top of your child’s immunisations during lockdown, let's take a look at the Australian National Immunisation Program (NIP) Schedule for infants and children. All vaccines listed in the NIP Schedule are free if you have a Medicare card. In addition to the vaccines included in the NIP Schedule, it is also recommended that children are vaccinated for meningococcal B. ... Have a chat to one of our doctors at your next appointment at Albert Road General Practice about any other recommended additional childhood immunisations. Book an appointment today, online via HotDoc or call us on 03 9111 8959. We have the full range of childhood vaccines in stock.

21.01.2022 Day 3 of Women’s Health Week is all about our insides - more specifically, bladder, gut and bowel health. According to the CSIRO, 50% of Australians experience gut health problems, and 1 in 7 experience distressing gut health symptoms. Obesity and poor diet are big factors in gut problems. If you are looking to lose weight, don’t lose sight of the health of your gut. Weight loss and a healthy gut go hand in hand. A healthy gut properly digests your food properly, more effec...tively absorbs the nutrients from the food, and sends signals to your brain when you are full (stopping you from eating too much). Also, although unrelated to weight loss/gut health, but just as important... make sure you are doing regular pelvic floor exercises! Source: Belobrajdic, D., Brownlee, I., Hendrie, G., Rebuli, M., Bird, T. (2018). Gut health and weight loss: An overview of the scientific evidence of the benefits of dietary fibre during weight loss. CSIRO, Australia. Photo: Brooke Lark

21.01.2022 Welcome to Day 4 of Women’s Health Week. Today is also R U OK? Day, so we’re looking at mental health and managing stress. These uncertain times have been tough on our mental health, and we are all struggling in some way or another. Try to have a conversation beyond just R U OK. If you think your friend has been quick to get angry or teary, or doesn’t seem to be enjoying the things that they usually would enjoy, they might be in need of some extra support. Encourage them... to talk to a trusted friend (you!) or their GP. If your friend is diagnosed with a mental health problem, such as depression or an anxiety disorder, their doctor may provide them with a mental healthcare plan. This will entitle you to Medicare rebates for up to 10 sessions a year with a psychologist, social worker or occupational therapist. The Australian Government will also provide 10 additional Medicare subsidised psychological therapy sessions for people subjected to further restrictions in Melbourne and other areas impacted by the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Talk to your doctor to see if a mental healthcare plan is right for you or your loved one. Sources: 1: https://www.womenshealthweek.com.au/the-week/thursday/ 2: https://www.health.gov.au//additional-covid-19-mental-heal Photo: Nick Baker

20.01.2022 Our feature doctor this week is Dr Mark Seychell! Dr Mark graduated from Monash University in 1986. He obtained his fellowship in General Practice in 1993 and a Certificate of Civil Aviation Medicine from Monash University in 2000. He has a particular interest in the health of health care professionals - he has worked at St Vincents Staff Clinic (13 years) and The Austin Staff Clinic (7 years). He is married with twins in their 20s, and has lived in Fitzroy for 35 years. He ...is a keen runner, having run 10 marathons, two ultra marathons, numerous 1/2 marathons, 10ks and others. Here he is after finishing the 56km Two Bays Trail Run in January this year. Phew!

20.01.2022 We remain open during stage four lockdown. These are very trying times and it is normal to feel upset and anxious. Be kind to yourself and to others, and book an appointment with one of our GPs to look after your mental and physical health. We have telehealth appointments available for patients who do not feel comfortable coming in to the clinic.

19.01.2022 Day 2 of Women’s Health Week is all about heart health! While being physically active is one of the best ways to reduce our risk of heart disease, remember to also look after your heart by maintaining a healthy diet! We have to admit, we’re partial to the croissants at one of the nearby cafes after a nice walk around Albert Park Lake. While the occasional post-workout croissant isn’t going to hurt, it’s when that croissant becomes a daily ritual that might lead to pro...blems! Try having a big drink of water, and opting for some yoghurt or a chia pudding with fruit instead. Opting for healthy food can lower your risk of developing health problems, and help manage health problems like heart disease and diabetes.

17.01.2022 Have you kept your child's immunisations up to date during the pandemic? According to recent data from the Royal Children's Hospital, a large number of parents/carers are foregoing or delaying getting their children's vaccines as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is critical that children follow their immunisation schedule in order to protect themselves and the community from infectious diseases. ... The risk of delayed or missed immunisations is that those children are likely to be more susceptible to a preventable disease, which can be life-threatening. It also affects herd immunity and potentially puts vulnerable populations (eg. grandparents) more at risk. Remember, you are allowed to leave your home to go to the GP or the council to receive an immunisation under current Stage 4 restrictions. At Albert Road General Practice, we have strict infection prevention and control procedures in place. Book an immunisation session online at www.albertroadgp.com.au or call us on 9111 8959 to arrange an appointment.

14.01.2022 Over the next few weeks, we will be introducing our doctors, staff members and allied health practitioners by asking them a few questions to get to know them better To start with, we would like to introduce our practice principal, Dr Joshua Jones. Josh started Albert Road General Practice in April 2019, and has recently welcomed his first child, a boisterous boy named Jack! Thank you to all of our lovely patients for their warm greetings and well-wishes for Jack.... We really appreciate the support we have received from the local community. Swipe through to find out more about Josh, and how he has faced the various challenges of these difficult times. Stay tuned for next week’s staff profile! See more

12.01.2022 Medical clinics are still open. Don't delay seeing your doctor during Stage 4 restrictions. You can call our team or book an appointment online with any of our doctors. Remember, the 5km rule does not apply if you need a medical appointment.... Use the website to make an online appointment:https://albertroadgp.com.au/ #AlbertRoadGeneralPractice #ARGP #SouthMelbourne #SouthMelbourneDoctor #SouthMelbourneMedicalClinic #MelbourneGP #MelbourneDoctor #MelbourneWomensHealth #MelbourneSkinCancer #DoctorsofInstagram #AlbertParkDoctor #MiddleParkDoctor #MelbourneMums #AlbertParkLake See more

11.01.2022 It's the last day of Women's Health Week, and today is all about the health of your finances. What do your finances have to do with your mental and physical health? The answer is, a lot! Money worries can cause stress and anxiety, which may in turn create other health issues such as insomnia and increased blood pressure. Jean Hailes, the not-for-profit behind Women's Health Week, has a whole lot of useful information on today's theme on their website - check them out! https...://www.womenshealthweek.com.au/the-week/friday/ That's it from us for this week. Thanks for joining us in recognising the many aspects of women’s health. Here’s to the strong, inspirational, independent women. May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them. Enjoy your weekends! ...... Posted @withregram @jeanhailes Welcome to the fifth and final day of Women’s Health Week! Our final topic of the week is all about money matters, as we reveal what money has to do with your health. Learn how to deal with financial stress, navigate tricky healthcare costs, get tips on planning for a secure future and more. Link in bio.

11.01.2022 We hope you all had some constructive, honest and thoughtful conversations with your colleagues and loved ones today about how they’re coping in these uncertain... times. Posted @withregram @ruokday R U OK?Day 2020 might be coming to an end but the conversations shouldn’t stop. Any day you’re concerned someone’s struggling, trust your gut and ask, are you OK? Because a conversation could change a life. If you or a loved one need immediate support contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 for a confidential chat any time of day or night. You can find other support services at www.ruok.org.au/findhelp (link in bio) These services are for everyone - whether you need a listening ear or are concerned about someone else. #RUOKDay #RUOK #RUOKeveryday #theresmoretosay

06.01.2022 Who run the world? Girls! This week (7-11 September) is Women’s Health Week! Women's Health Week walks women through different aspects of their health every day of the week. ... This year, Women’s Health Week is focussing on the theme ‘health checks', which are especially important as the world moves through the pandemic. Dr Michelle Wellington has a special interest in women’s health, and can help you with any concerns you may have. Don’t put off your regular health checks during the pandemic. Get that cervical screening test (which replaced the pap smear), get your contraception checked, speak to Dr Michelle about any issues you’ve been having with menopause, etc. It is safe to visit our clinic, or alternatively have your appointment with Dr Michelle via telehealth (where appropriate). Give us a call or book online to arrange an appointment with Dr Michelle.