Blackwood Clinic in Blackwood, South Australia | Family medicine practice

Blackwood Clinic

Locality: Blackwood, South Australia

Phone: +61 8 8278 6666

Address: 23 Coromandel Pde 5051 Blackwood, SA, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 It’s important to make time every day to care for your own wellbeing. Beyond Blue have some great suggestions for activities you can incorporate into your daily routine such as going for morning walks, reading for pleasure and trying out podcasts. Read more here: https://www.beyondblue.org.au//six-little-things-you-can-d

24.01.2022 Gardening is a great way to help reduce stress, build strength and discover different fruits and veggies. The ABC Gardening Australia website has lots of great videos to help inspire you in the garden. We particularly love this holiday herb basket a portable herb garden! https://www.abc.net.au/gar/factsheets/holiday-herbs/9439684

24.01.2022 COVID-19 Health Alert 16 November 2020 (2.44pm) Please visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/covidcontacttracing for the latest COVID-19 health alerts. Advice: Ne...w locations added If you visited any of the below locations duration the listed times, you do not need to self-quarantine but you should monitor for symptoms and get tested immediately if symptoms appear: Adelaide - It's Convenient, 63 Waymouth St (updated) Saturday 14 November 6.00pm 6.15pm Ingle Farm - Coles South, Ingle Farm Shopping Centre Thursday 12 November 11.00am 11.30am Mawson Lakes - Mint Leaf Lounge, 6/121-131 Mawson Lakes Blvd Thursday 12/11/20 5:30pm 6:30pm Pooraka - On The Run (OTR) Pooraka, 126 Bridge Rd Thursday 12 November 11.45am 12.00pm Salisbury Salisbury City Fruit Bowl, 50 John St Friday 13 November 10.00am 10.15am Salisbury Downs - Hollywood Plaza Surgery, Winzor Street Friday 13 November 7.15 am to 7.20am Saturday 14 November 10.00am to 11.00am Salisbury Downs - Star Discount Chemist, Hollywood Plaza Saturday 14 November 10.00am 11.00am Woodville South - Woodville Pizza Bar, 1/58 Woodville Rd Saturday 14 November 6.30pm 8.30pm Friday 13 November 6.30pm 8.30pm To find a location to get a COVID-19 test visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/covidtesting

23.01.2022 Stay safe. Continue social distancing and hand hygiene. Encourage mask wearing. Get tested if you have symptoms. We are available to help with your medical needs via phone consults only, phone 82786666 or book online.

22.01.2022 Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, and the majority of these cancers are caused by UV exposure. Early identification of skin cancers is crucial so it’s important to check your skin regularly. Our highly trained GPs at Blackwood Clinic can perform a full head to toe skin check. Find out more at our website: https://www.blackwoodclinic.com.au/services/skin-health/

21.01.2022 We are closely monitoring the bushfire at Cherry Gardens. The clinic may have to close at very short notice tomorrow if conditions change. Stay safe everyone.

20.01.2022 COVID-19 Health Alert 16 November 2020 (11.00am) Please visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/covidcontacttracing for the latest COVID-19 health alerts. SA Health is ...contacting everyone who was in the Emergency Department at Lyell McEwin Hospital between 5:30pm Friday 13 November and 4:00am Saturday 14 November who may have been in close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case. However, if you visited this location during this time, and have not been contacted by SA Health, you should self-quarantine immediately and call the SA COVID-19 Information line 1800 253 787. ADVICE If you visited any of the below locations duration the listed times, you do not need to self-quarantine but you should monitor for symptoms and get tested immediately if symptoms appear: Bus 500 from Salisbury Bus Interchange Friday 13 November 6.30am 7.40am Thursday 12 November 6.30am 7.40am Wednesday 11 November 6.30am 7.40am Tuesday 10 November 6.30am 7.40am Monday 9 November 6.30am 7.40am Bus 502 from Internode Adelaide bus stop on Grenfell Street Friday 13 November 4.15pm 5.30pm Thursday 12 November 4.30pm 5.30pm Monday 9 November 10.30am 11.30am Bus (GA1/GA2/GA3) from bus stop near train station Tuesday 10 November 5.30pm 6.30pm Saturday 7 November 5.30pm 6.30pm Bus 411 from Salisbury Bus Interchange Monday 9 November 11.30am 11.45am Salisbury Bus Interchange Monday 9 November 11.30am 12.00pm Elizabeth Shopping Centre Sunday 8 November 11.00am 12.30pm Harris Scarf, Elizabeth Shopping Centre Sunday 8 November 11.00am 12.30pm Hollywood Plaza Surgery Saturday 14 November 10.00am 11.00am Friday 13 November 7.15am 7.20am Woolworths, Hollywood Plaza Saturday 14 November 10.00am 11.00am Friday 13 November 10.00am 12.00pm The Aquadome,1 Crockerton Rd Elizabeth Saturday 14 November 11.00am 1.30pm Hungry Jacks, 321 Commercial Rd Port Adelaide Saturday 14 November 12.00am 2.30am Friday 13 November 7.30pm 12.00am Mantra on Frome Friday 13 November 7.40am 3.45pm Thursday 12 November 7.30am 4.00pm Salisbury City Fruit Bowl, Salisbury (location updated) Friday 13 November 10.00am 10.15pm Ekam Indian Groceries, Enfield Plaza Friday 13 November 1.30pm 4.30pm Parafield Plaza Supermarket Thursday 12 November 10.30am 11.30am To find a location to get a COVID-19 test visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/covidtesting

19.01.2022 Looking for a new adventure? The Heysen Trail is a walking track that stretches 1200km from Cape Jervis on the Fleurieu Peninsula to the Flinders Ranges. It features stunning coastal views, beautiful gardens and even a fairy garden along the way. Visit Walking SA to discover 17 short walks you can do on the Heysen Trail: https://www.walkingsa.org.au/n/17-short-walks-heysen-trail/

18.01.2022 Looking for healthy recipe ideas? Donna Hay has a section called Fresh + Light, featuring wholesome and nutritious recipes for you to try, including an avocado hummus, brown rice crispy treats, and cauliflower crust pizza. Get inspired here: https://www.donnahay.com.au/recipes/fresh-light

15.01.2022 Chronic diseases are long-lasting conditions that can be controlled but not cured. Patients suffering with chronic diseases are managed closely at Blackwood Clinic to achieve the best health outcomes. Book an appointment with one of our experienced GPs online, or call us on (08) 8278 6666. https://www.blackwoodclinic.com.au/

13.01.2022 November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month in Australia. It’s important to be aware of the symptoms of lung cancer as the earlier it is found, the more chance of a better outcome. Symptoms include a chest infection that doesn’t go away, coughing up blood and a new or changed cough that doesn’t go away. Find out more at: https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au//lung-cancer-awareness-

11.01.2022 Taking small steps everyday to support your mental health is really important. It can be as simple as making time to listen to music that you love, making sure you get a good night’s sleep, practicing journaling and avoiding alcohol and other drugs. Visit the Headspace website for more tips for young adults on creating a healthy headspace. https://headspace.org.au/tips/

08.01.2022 Men are often reluctant to come to see the doctor unless they have a specific problem. Depending on their age and family history, men can be at higher risk of numerous health problems including heart attack and stroke. The risk of these can often be decreased with a preventative health check, and monitoring simple things like blood pressure, weight, cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Visit our website to find out more about the men’s health services we offer. You can book an appointment online, or call us on (08) 8278 6666. https://www.blackwoodclinic.com.au/services/mens-health/

05.01.2022 The Blackwood Clinic is committed to keeping you and your family safe. We will be conducting PHONE CONSULTS ONLY from 19/11/2020 until further notice. Stay Safe.

03.01.2022 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Checking your breasts regularly can help you detect when something is wrong. Find out what to look for here at the Cancer Council website: https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au//cancer-types//symptoms

03.01.2022 Are you at risk of heart disease? It’s never too late to improve your heart health. Risk factors include being inactive, smoking, and social isolation. Visit the Heart Foundation website to find out more about the risks: https://www.heartfoundation.org.au//are-you-at-risk-of-hea Visit our website to book an appointment with one of our friendly GPs, or call us on (08) 8278 6666. https://www.blackwoodclinic.com.au/

02.01.2022 Balanced eating is very important for maintaining good health, but it can be hard to know how much to eat. Make Healthy Normal NSW have a calculator on their website to help you work out how much you should be eating. Try it out here: https://www.makehealthynormal.nsw.gov.au//how-much-should-

01.01.2022 Immunisations are very important in preventing your child from developing potentially serious and life threatening infections. At Blackwood Clinic we provide all the routine recommended immunisations as per the National Immunisation Schedule. If you have any questions or concerns about immunisation, especially with regards to safety or effectiveness, please discuss these with your GP (often the internet is not a reliable source for this information). If you are uncertain if your child has missed any immunisation or is up to date please notify reception prior to booking an appointment to discuss this. Book an appointment online, or call us on (08) 8278 6666. https://www.blackwoodclinic.com.au/