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Armadale District Surgery

Locality: Armadale, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9399 5777

Address: 55 Church Avenue 6112 Armadale, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.armadalemedical.com.au/

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25.01.2022 The 21st September through to the 25th is " Headache & Migraine" week. The program aims to address issues such as: People are living longer, and the prevalence of degenerative brain disorders is increasing.... There is little information available about how to keep the brain healthy compared to the wealth of information about a healthy body and heart. There is a need for a coordinated approach to education on key indicators and risk reduction strategies. The program aims to: Increase community awareness of the potential for improving the long term health of the brain through lifestyle changes and risk reduction strategies. Promote recognition of risk reduction strategies. Motivate the attitudinal changes needed for the development of a healthy brain lifestyle. Pointers to a Healthy Brain Exercise and challenge your brain dont be a couch potato Nourish your brain with a healthy diet, drink alcohol in moderation Enjoy physical activity Make safety first a priority wear a helmet, drive safely, take any head injury seriously Learn to manage stress and depression Relax and sleep well Have regular checks for blood pressure, diabetes, heart rate, cholesterol Do not smoke or use illegal drugs Exercise and challenge your brain. 15 exercises to get you started - https://brainfoundation.org.au/healthy-brain/

24.01.2022 Today is a public holiday and we are closed. We will reopen tomorrow at 8am.

24.01.2022 Monday the 28th of September is the Queens birthday public holiday and we will be closed. Should you need scripts for regular medications, you must book an appointment to avoid disappointment or stress as the doctors are unable to print scripts without an appointment.

23.01.2022 3 simple vegetarian side dish or main Serves 4 Ingredients Red capsicum, 1 capsicum(s), halved and seeded... Yellow capsicum, 1 average, halved and seeded Zucchini, 4 medium, finely sliced length ways Eggplant, 1 eggplant(s), finely sliced Olive oil, 1 tablespoon(s) Garlic, 1 clove(s), crushed Red onion, 2 medium, finely sliced Roma tomato, 4 tomato(s), diced Basil, cup(s), (1/2 cup) torn Ricotta cheese, reduced fat, 200 g Instructions Heat oven to 180 C. Place capsicums, skin-side up, in a baking dish and drizzle with a little olive oil. Roast for 20 minutes. Remove from oven, cover with foil and allow to cool slightly. Peel off and remove skin and slice flesh into thick strips. Preheat grill plate or barbecue grill to high. In a bowl, toss zucchini and eggplant with half the oil. Grill vegetables until soft. Heat remaining oil in a large non-stick frying pan over high heat. Add garlic and onion and saut until soft. Arrange vegetables, including tomato and basil, in layers in a non-stick baking dish, lightly seasoning every few layers. Crumble ricotta over the top and bake for 30 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving. Original recipe link - https://blog.totalwellbeingdiet.com/3-simple-vegetarian-rec

22.01.2022 Today is Anzac day & were closed. We will reopen on Tuesday the 28th of April. Thank you

22.01.2022 We sadly said our goodbyes to Doctor Esfahani today after 7 yrs. We wish him all the very best in the future. His last day is tomorrow, Saturday the 15th of August.

21.01.2022 Dr Zaw Win will be away from Friday the 20th of November and will return on Friday the 27th of November.

20.01.2022 HEALTHY CREAMY VEGETABLE CURRY RECIPE Serves 4 Ingredients... olive or canola oil spray 1 large onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tbs garam marsala 1 tsp turmeric 1 eggplant, cut into 2-3cm pieces 400 g sweet potato, peeled, cut into 2-3cm pieces 1/2 cauliflower, cut into florets 3/4 cup salt-reduced chicken or vegetable stock 150 g green beans, trimmed and cut into 5cm lengths 1 x 400g can no-added-salt chickpeas, drained and rinsed 400 g can coconut-flavoured evaporated skim milk 16 plain pappadums (8cm diameter), to serve 1/2 cup fresh coriander, chopped, to serve Method Spray a large non-stick saucepan with oil and place on medium to high heat. Cook onion for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally; add garlic and spices and stir 1 minute until fragrant. Add eggplant, sweet potato, cauliflower and stock to the pan, mix well. Bring to the boil then reduce heat to medium; simmer covered for 12 minutes until vegetables are just tender. Add beans, chickpeas and milk; increase heat to return to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently uncovered for 5 minutes until beans are tender but still bright green. Place 8 pappadums around the edge of a microwave-safe dinner plate and cook on HIGH (100%) for 60 seconds until puffed and crisp. Set aside and repeat with remaining pappadums. Serve curry in bowls topped with coriander and pappadums. Hint Add a teaspoon of coconut essence to a can of evaporated skim milk to replace coconut milk Variations To add heat, cook a chopped red chilli or teaspoon of chilli powder with spices. Include 2 thinly sliced small skinless chicken breasts (400g) when beans and chickpeas are added. https://livelighter.com.au/recipe/370/creamy-vegetable-curry

20.01.2022 Today is " World first aid" day. More lives could be saved if those first on scene were first aid trained. Would you know what to do if you were first to arrive at the scene of a car accident? With 1,266 deaths on Australian roads last year, its time to learn first aid and be ready to respond if you are first at an accident site.... 49% of those killed are pedestrians. One of the most common causes of death for road crash casualties is anoxia a lack of oxygen supply caused by a blocked airway. https://www.redcross.org.au/get-involved/learn/first-aid

20.01.2022 Today is our receptionist Emmas birthday! The staff would like to wish you a very happy birthday Emma. :-)

20.01.2022 National Diabetes Week 2020 is on from July 12 - July 18. Diabetes is the epidemic of the 21st century and the biggest challenge confronting Australias health system. Facts about diabetes...Continue reading

19.01.2022 Soft drinks, slushies, sports drinks, energy drinks, fruit drinks, flavoured milk and pre-made iced tea contain more sugar than you might think. Too much sugar can lead to weight gain and rot your teeth. What actually happens to your teeth when you have a sugary drink? Bacteria that are naturally present in your mouth break down the sugar in sugary drinks into acids.... The acid attacks the teeth, dissolving the outer surface of tooth enamel. Each acid attack brought on by sugary drinks lasts for about 20 minutes. Every time you take a sip, the acid damage begins all over again. The regular loss of enamel can lead to cavities which exposes the inner layers of the tooth. This can ruin your smile and make teeth sensitive and painful. Find out more about the link between sugary drinks and tooth decay. TAKE ACTION Young Aussies are bombarded with a huge amount of sugary drink marketing every day. What these brands dont advertise is the serious damage that regularly consuming sugary drinks does to your teeth. Sugary drinks are the product that contributes the most added sugar to Australians diets. Were encouraging Aussies to think twice before having a sugary drink they arent worth losing your teeth over. What can I do? Changes you can make straight away to help you avoid sugary drinks Carry a refillable water bottle save money and plastic reduce waste! Dodge the sugary drinks aisle at the supermarket Stick to unsweetened drinks - still or sparkling water, plain milk or tea and coffee Try some fresh and fancy drinks Get savvy and discover the sneaky sugar in "healthier drinks" What can we do? Its easy to get sucked in when sugary drinks are all around us. Write to your State MLA asking that junk food and sugary drinks advertising no longer be allowed on state government assets this includes buses, trains, train stations and many billboards. Talk to your school, sports clubs and community centres about their food and drink options. Write to your favourite sports team and ask them stop accepting sponsorship and advertising from junk food and sugary drink companies. Complain about a junk food or sugary drink ad to the Advertising Standards Bureau. https://livelighter.com.au/The-Facts/About-Sugary-Drinks

18.01.2022 Wherever you live, if you have cold or flu-like symptoms, you need to get tested for COVID-19. To find your nearest testing location, visit: www.health.gov.au//what-you-need-to-know-about-coronavirus

18.01.2022 Thank you Dr Esfahani for the delicious birthday cake for the staff!

18.01.2022 Watch the National Commemorative Service live from the Australian War Memorial on ABC TV and iView from 5am on Saturday 25 April. Find out more: https://www.awm.gov.au/anzacathome/national-ceremony #AnzacAtHome

18.01.2022 Dr Buxton is away from next Monday the 19th of October and will return on Monday the 26th of October.

17.01.2022 Today is Dr Aunins birthday and the staff would all like to wish him a very happy birthday. The reason we haven't noticed Dr Aunins here is because he is away this week.

17.01.2022 With halloween approaching these pumpkins were carved by midwives to show the levels of cervical dilatation. A cervix can dilate to this size and 9 pound babies squeeze through. The human body is pretty amazing.

14.01.2022 Next Monday the 1st of June is the WA day public holiday. Please remember to organise scripts before Friday the 29th of May so you arent worried about running out of your medications.

13.01.2022 STAYING FIT WHILE STAYING AT HOME Although social distancing will come to an end, with winter fast approaching and the wet weather that comes with that, some of these suggestions may still be useful. Do you remember the excitement you felt as a child when you bounced on a trampoline, climbed trees or danced like no-one was watching in your lounge room? ... While adults often exercise because of the health benefits, children are active just because it feels good. Injecting some of that playful joy into your exercise routine might be just the thing you need to motivate you to do more of it. It will depend on what equipment you already have, but here are a few suggestions. Most of these are best in the backyard! Trampolining Pogo stick Skipping Hopscotch Hula hooping Orbit tennis Build a circuit or obstacle course Lounge room dance party take it in turns with your kids or partner to be the DJ Activate your work space Our usual ways of getting incidental activity into our day, like walking to the train station, climbing stairs to get to our office or heading to the tearoom for a cuppa, have all but disappeared as we bunker down and work from home. Creating new routines will help keep our bodies moving and feeling good. Break up your sitting time each hour with a stretch or mini workout. Try out our 3-minute program for a speedy workout between tasks. Make a point of standing up when on the phone or during conference calls. Do calf-raises or squats while waiting for the kettle to boil. Sit on an exercise ball at your desk and move your body around frequently (best not to do this on conference calls though you may make your colleagues feel a little sea-sick!). Make sure you get away from your desk for a lunch break. Itll not only give your brain a break, itll also give you an opportunity to squeeze in some activity (e.g. checking the letterbox, making lunch, walking up and down the stairs, taking the dog for a quick walk). Not the usual suspects While its pretty clear that jogging, star jumps and lifting weights count as exercise, did you know there are also a bunch of everyday activities that are not only productive, but also keep you fit? Try these ideas: Vigorous cleaning. Think mopping, washing windows or scrubbing floors. Whether youre putting in a new vegie garden or just pulling out weeds, youll be putting your time to good use while getting your body moving. Put your washing basket further away from the line and only put up or take down one or two pieces of clothing at a time. Preparing your own meals involves lots of different opportunities for activity: youre lifting, bending, walking and moving your arms while chopping. Opt for home-cooked over a meal delivery service for a small boost to your daily activity. Original article link - https://livelighter.com.au//Staying-fit-while-staying-at-h

13.01.2022 FOODS THAT CAN CAUSE BLOCKAGES (BY INCOMPLETELY DIGESTED FOOD) WITH A COLOSTOMY BAG. Because of swelling the following foods can cause difficulties just after either surgery, and may be more challenging for those living with an Colostomy. Those with either type of stoma should be encouraged to try small amounts of these foods a few months after surgery as any of them may be absolutely fine for you if thoroughly chewed in small amounts....Continue reading

13.01.2022 Dr Aunins will be away from Monday the 27th of July and will return on Monday the 3rd of August.

12.01.2022 Today is Tracis birthday. The staff would like to wish you a very happy birthday!

11.01.2022 Today is world Hypertension day. People often dont realise the seriousness of high blood pressure. Very occasionally, people with very high blood pressure are at serious risk of problems and need urgent treatment in hospital to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack.... Current Australian guidelines recommend that if you have persistent raised blood pressure over 160/100, but are at low risk of having a stroke or heart attack, you should talk to your doctor or specialist about taking medication to lower your blood pressure. What is high blood pressure? Your blood pressure is high if the reading is higher than 140/90 mmHg, which is considered to put you at higher risk of having a heart attack or stroke (cardiovascular disease). That is, you have high blood pressure if the higher figure (systolic) is higher than 140, or the lower figure (diastolic) is higher than 90, or both. This is also known as hypertension. More than one third of Australians over the age of 18 have high blood pressure. If your blood pressure is below this figure, however, you are considered to have a reduced cardiovascular risk. There are lower blood pressure targets of below 130/80 mmHg for people with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, kidney disease and other associated clinical conditions. Why is your blood pressure important? Your blood pressure is important because if it is too high, it affects the blood flow to your organs. Over the years, this increases your chances of developing heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, diabetes, eye disease, erectile dysfunction and other conditions. For further information consult your doctor. You may also read further information on the following link - https://www.aihw.gov.au//high/contents/high-blood-pressure

11.01.2022 Dr Aunins is away from today and will return one week later on Monday the 16th of November. Thank you

11.01.2022 Today is our Physiotherapist Jordans birthday and the staff would like to wish him a very happy birthday!!

10.01.2022 Pumpkin and spinach frittata Serves 4 Ingredients Pumpkin, any type, 400 g, peeled and cut into 3 cm cubes... Olive oil, 1 tablespoon(s) Soy sauce, 1 teaspoon(s) Leek, 2 medium leek(s), finely sliced and washed Garlic, 2 clove(s), crushed Baby spinach, 300 g Black pepper, ground, 1 pinch(s) Eggs, raw, 8 60g egg(s) Natural yoghurt, low fat, 400 g Cheddar cheese, tasty, 50 g, grated Instructions Preheat oven to 170C (330F). Grease a small baking dish with a little oil. Place pumpkin in a bowl with 1 teaspoon oil and soy sauce and toss to coat. Tip pumpkin onto a baking tray and roast for 25 minutes. Heat remaining oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add leek and cook for 5 minutes, or until soft. Add garlic and spinach leaves and cook until spinach has wilted. Tip mixture onto work surface and chop roughly. Season to taste with pepper. Whisk eggs, yoghurt and cheese together lightly in a large bowl. Add pumpkin and spinach mixture and gently stir to combine. Pour mixture into prepared dish and bake in oven for 20 minutes, or until set. Serve with a salad. TIP: Cooking times may vary depending on the depth of the baking dish used. https://blog.totalwellbeingdiet.com/3-simple-vegetarian-rec

08.01.2022 Thursday the 10th was R U OK? ...day. Although their is a designated day to raise awareness on checking if people you know are OK, this is something that is good to practice throughout the rest of the year. What are they saying?... Do they seem: Confused or irrational Moody Unable to switch off Concerned about the future Concerned theyre a burden Lonely or lacking self-esteem Concerned theyre trapped or in pain What are they doing? Are they: Experiencing mood swings Becoming withdrawn Changing their online behavior Losing interest in what they used to love Unable to concentrate Less interested in their appearance and personal hygiene Behaving recklessly Changing their sleep patterns Whats going on in their life? Are they experiencing: Relationship issues Major health issues Work pressure or constant stress Financial difficulty Loss of someone or something they care about Knowing the signs increases conversation confidence R U OK?s 2019 national omnibus survey revealed: Approximately two-thirds of people (63%) are not confident they know the signs that someone might be struggling with life 41% hadnt asked someone if they were OK because they werent sure they knew the signs But there is hope, with nearly 1 in 2 (49%) believing theyd be more confident starting a conversation if they knew the signs

08.01.2022 Managing type 2 In type 2 diabetes, your pancreas is still working but not as effectively as it needs to. This means your body is building insulin resistance and is unable to effectively convert glucose into energy leaving too much glucose in the blood. ...Continue reading

07.01.2022 With this Saturday the 25th being Anzac day, the Monday 27th of April is a public holiday & we will be closed.

07.01.2022 Janien ( myself!) brought in morning tea for the staff for her birthday today. Thank you for all the birthday wishes also yesterday. :-)

07.01.2022 With the month of June being Bowel cancer awareness & there being people who have had to have surgery and adjust to new dietary requirements. I thought it worth sharing this information. Diet Suggestions After a Colostomy or Colectomy...Continue reading

06.01.2022 Broccoli pesto pasta SERVES 4 Ingredients 400g penne, farfalle or conchiglie pasta... 250g broccoli , cut into florets 1 garlic clove, peeled 1 large lemon tsp dried chilli flakes 3 tbsp pine nuts 5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 3 tbsp parmesan (or vegetarian alternative), grated Method Tip the pasta into a large pan of boiling salted water and cook according to pack instructions. Meanwhile, bring a smaller pan of salted water to the boil, add the broccoli and boil for 4 minutes. Drain the broccoli and return it to the pan. Lightly mash the broccoli with a potato masher or fork. Finely grate the garlic and zest the lemon, then mix into the broccoli with the chilli flakes and pine nuts. Cut the lemon in half and keep for later. Drain the pasta and return it to the pan. Stir in the broccoli pesto and squeeze over the juice of 12 lemon. Pour in the olive oil and generously season with salt and pepper. Spoon in the grated Parmesan, toss the pasta well and serve. https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/broccoli-pesto-pasta Featured on our Feb - March newsletter 2020.

05.01.2022 Chicken tikka with cherry tomato and cucumber salad Serves 4 A tikka masala curry paste works very well in this recipe. It is deliciously aromatic, with a rich, slightly smoky flavour.... Ingredients Curry paste, 2 tablespoon(s) Natural yogurt, low fat, 400 g Chicken breast, lean, raw, 800 g , trimmed, cut into strips Pita bread, wholemeal, 4 pita(s) Lime, 1 lime(s) , wedges, to serve Cherry tomato, 250 g , quartered Lebanese cucumber, 2 cucumber(s) , peeled and diced Red onion, 1 medium , finely diced Coriander, 3 tablespoon(s) leaves Lemon juice, 2 tablespoon(s) Instructions Combine the curry paste and half the yogurt in a large bowl. Add the chicken and mix to coat. Preheat a char grill or barbecue to medium. Grill the chicken, turning, for about 510 minutes or until browned and cooked through. Meanwhile, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, coriander leaves and lemon juice in a medium bowl and toss gently to combine. Place a quarter of the chicken strips on each flatbread and serve with the cherry tomato and cucumber salad, an extra dollop of yogurt and lime wedges. Tip: For a greater depth of flavour, coat the chicken in the yogurt mixture the night before and leave it to marinate in the fridge overnight. Original recipe - https://blog.totalwellbeingdiet.com/chicken-tikka-with-cher

05.01.2022 Dr Aunins will be away from next Monday the 9th of November and will return one week later on Monday the 16th of November. Thank you

05.01.2022 With the announcement about further easing of restrictions coming our way were very excited our community can enjoy even more activities and easily connect tog...ether again. However, there is one message that our City and our State dont want to be forgotten and that is to please not become complacent with your hygiene. For the safety of our community, we ask that you dont go out or visit any of our facilities if you are feeling unwell or have flu-like symptoms. Remember that our online services are still available from the comfort of your home. If you have any COVID-19 symptoms and want to know more please call the National Coronavirus Helpline on 1800 020 080, or use the Health Direct online symptom checker here - https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/symptom-che//basic-details. Our nearest COVID testing clinic can be found at Armadale Health Service, 3056 Albany Hwy, Mount Nasura.

05.01.2022 The month of June is Bowel cancer awareness month. From the 01 Jun 2020 to 30 Jun 2020. Bowel Cancer Awareness Month is an annual initiative of Bowel Cancer Australia running throughout the month of June (1-30 June), to raise awareness of Australias second deadliest cancer. ... Bowel cancer claims the lives of over 80 Australians every week. If you notice anything out of the ordinary, dont leave it book an appointment with your doctor. It is better to be safe than sorry.

03.01.2022 Today is our receptionist Janiens birthday & the staff would like to wish her a very happy birthday!

03.01.2022 Today is the WA day public holiday and we are closed. We will reopen tomorrow morning at 8am.

03.01.2022 Today is our lovely nurse Sashs birthday & its a milestone! All the staff would like to wish you a very happy birthday Sasha. We hope that you enjoy your day!

02.01.2022 Thank you Traci ( T1) for the delicious birthday cake for the staffs morning tea. We all hope that you have a lovely birthday tomorrow.