Breed St Clinic in Traralgon, Victoria | Family medicine practice

Breed St Clinic

Locality: Traralgon, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5176 1933

Address: 37 Breed Street 3844 Traralgon, VIC, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Sun Care Tips for Kids! When enjoying the summer sun this holiday season its important to remember your little ones skin is particularly vulnerable. Remember to use SPF30 (or higher), broad spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen, and apply it regularly.... When applying sunscreen on children, apply a small amount first to test it, and once they are old enough to apply it themselves, encourage them to do so as it fosters independence and responsibility. Its important to remember not to use sunscreen on children under six months. Instead, cover them up in wide-brim hats, UVA and UVB protecting sunglasses, and long-sleeved shirts. Dont let them spend too long in the sun, make sure they take regular breaks in the shade. If youre concerned about sun exposure and a lack of vitamin D, children aged 1-4 can take a daily supplement of 10 micrograms. Outdoor activity and (moderate) sun exposure is all part of your childs healthy development, so be prepared, be safe, but also be active this holiday season!

25.01.2022 IMPORTANCE OF HERD IMMUNITY Herd immunity occurs when a significant amount of the population is protected through vaccination against a virus or bacteria making it difficult for a disease to spread because there are so few susceptible people left to infect. Health VIC have an updated immunisation schedule, which can be found on our website. ... Further information about herd immunity can also be found on our website here: https://bit.ly/2qHA0wA Contact Breed St Clinic on( 03) 5176 1933 to discuss you and your families next immunisation.

25.01.2022 Cervical Cancer in Australia It is estimated that 930 new cases of cervical cancer cases will be diagnosed in Australia in 2018. There are number of risk factors associated with developing cervical cancer; HPV infection, smoking, age, lack of screening and contraceptive pills.... Symptoms include: vaginal bleeding between periods menstrual bleeding that is longer or heavier than usual bleeding after intercourse pain during intercourse unusual vaginal discharge vaginal bleeding after menopause excessive tiredness leg pain or swelling low back pain Should there be any concerns, contact Breed St Clinic on (03) 5176 1933 or visit the link to make an appointment. https://breedstclinic.com.au/appointments/

25.01.2022 Currently pregnant? Not sure what feelings are normal? Not sure if or when you should see your GP? Learn more about common discomforts during pregnancy.

22.01.2022 Do I need Vaccines before travelling to Bali? Bali is one of the most popular destinations for Aussie tourists, and the overall risks to your health are relatively low. However, before any overseas travel, and as a general precaution, you should ensure that you are up to date on all routine vaccines e.g. MMR, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, chickenpox, polio, and your annual flu vaccine.... For Bali in particular, the main vaccines to consider are Hepatitis A and Typhoid. Hepatitis A can be contracted via contaminated food and water irrespective of where you are staying, and Typhoid can also be contracted this way, particularly if you plan to eat local food and/or stay in smaller cities or rural areas. Other vaccines to consider are Japanese Encephalitis, Malaria and Rabies. Japanese Encephalitis is more important for travellers going to rural areas and planning a stay of over one month, whilst Malaria is best-treated trough avoidance of mosquito bites and preventative prescription medicine. Anyone considering travelling outdoors, working with animals, taking long trips, and children should strongly consider a Rabies vaccination. As this is contracted via animal bites from dogs, bats, and other mammals, anyone likely to spend time in close proximity to animals should consider it as a precaution. Children should also receive a Rabies vaccination, as they are more likely to play with animals, not report bites, and get bitten on their head or neck. If you have any questions or concerns, please call (03) 5176 1933 to book an appointment at our travel clinic today.

15.01.2022 When to take a child to the GP! As a parent, especially a new one, it can be difficult to fight the temptation to take your child to the GP for every little sniffle and runny nose. Its important to bear in mind that young children will occasionally become upset and cry for periods of time without anything serious being wrong. Over time, you will come to know your childs natural range of emotions and will become adept and picking up when something is off, and when something ...is really off. If youre very concerned, its always best to call Health Direct and get their advice. Generally, the best thing to do is watchful waiting. Do they calm down on their own? Does the problem seem to resolve itself? Has something happened to disrupt their routine that might have caused them to become unusually upset? The majority of complaints that children have will resolve themselves with patience and over the counter medication in a few days. A good tip is to buy a thermometer. That way, if youre concerned about your child you can check them for fever and monitor them as needed. You should take your child to the GP if they are under three months old and have a temperature above 38C, or if they are between three and six months old and have a temperature of 39C or above. Other more serious symptoms to watch for are persistent vomiting, refusal to feed, floppiness or drowsiness. Otherwise, watchful waiting, cuddles, and Panadol will usually do the trick. If you have any questions or concerns, please call (03) 5176 1933 to book an appointment at our clinic today.

13.01.2022 Travel first aid kit checklist Planning on travelling overseas this holiday season? Take a look at our list below of travel first-aid kit essentials to make sure youre prepared for a happy, healthy holiday. Motion sickness medication... Antihistamines Hand wash/sanitiser Tape Rehydration salts Tweezers Heat/cold pack Cold/flu tablets Imodium Earplugs Sunscreen Health Insurance card Prescription medicines If you have any additional questions or concerns, please call (03) 5176 1933 to book a session at our travel clinic.

10.01.2022 Help Prevent Type 2 Diabetes in Victoria! Could you be at risk of type 2 diabetes? Are you overweight or carrying excess weight around your middle? Could your diet be healthier? ... Do you need to exercise more? The FREE Life! program has helped over 55,000 Victorians reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. This healthy lifestyle program is run by health professionals and you can choose from a group course near you or telephone health coaching. Life! will give you the motivation and support you need to reach your health goals in 2018. If you have any questions or concerns, please call (03) 5176 1933 or visit our website breedstclinic.com.au to book an appointment at our GP clinic today.

02.01.2022 Key symptoms of bowel cancer and why at risk people should get checked regularly Bowel cancer claims the lives of 4,346 Australians every year. Its the second leading cause of cancer related death (behind lung) in our country. If youre experiencing any of the following symptoms, see your GP as early as possible because early detection can result in 90% of cases being treated successfully. ... Key symptoms include: Unexpected weight loss Abdominal pain Blood in bowel movement Constant change in bowel habit Unexplained anaemia Rectal pain These symptoms may be a case of another medical condition, however shouldnt be ignored. You should never be told that youre too young to have bowel cancer. The risks of bowel cancer can be reduced by: Maintaining a healthy diet Not smoking Maintaining a healthy body weight If you have any questions or concerns, please call (03) 5176 1933 to book an appointment at our clinic today.

01.01.2022 Happy Easter from the team at Breed St Clinic. Have a safe and happy long weekend.