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GMHBA

Locality: Bendigo, Victoria

Phone: +61 1300 446 422

Address: Shop 11a Fountain Court, Mitchell St 3550 Bendigo, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 GMHBA is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs Claire Higgins as our new Board Chair. She will be the first female Chair in GMHBAs 85-year history, after joining the Board in 2019. Claire is a highly regarded leader and experienced director with a diverse background across a range of industries, including health care and private health insurance.

25.01.2022 Once upon a time we worried about our glasses fogging up when we were slaving over a hot stove, washing dishes, or jogging outdoors. Now with masks being a constant accessory in parts of the country we have another cause for the lenses to fog up. Heres some tips from our Eye Care team on how to manage this.

25.01.2022 You don’t have to break the bank to eat well. There are many ways to save money and still enjoy wholesome, nutritious food every day. Here are our favourite tips to help you eat healthily on a budget.

24.01.2022 This year, Geelong has reported a huge drop in flu numbers following a strong push to encourage the community to get their flu shot. A huge shout out to our dedicated teams at Lara and South Barwon Medical Centres who worked tirelessly to help deliver over 3,800 of these flu vaccinations to our local community over the last few months!

23.01.2022 Warm up this weekend with another Geelong Cats workout thanks to Jake Kolodjashnij.

23.01.2022 When life gets busy or were not feeling our best, its often our own self-care strategies that drop off or even become non-existent. Actively practicing these strategies is a strong protective factor for positive mental wellbeing. This R U OK Day, schedule time to connect with others and engage in enjoyable activities that make you happy. Check out headtohealth.gov.au for some inspiration and ideas.

22.01.2022 Do you want to kick-start your health? The Life! program can help. GMHBA members in Victoria are invited to join for a group course at the end of September. Life! is a free healthy lifestyle program supported by experienced health professionals, who can help you: improve your eating habits... increase your physical activity reduce weight manage stress Register your interest by emailing [email protected] and tell us your name and best contact number so we can get in touch.

21.01.2022 This webinar will give an overview of typical emotional responses we are all experiencing during this pandemic, and psychological tools that can equip you to feel more in control of your wellbeing in the face of uncertainty and disruption to life. It will also help you identify whether feeling low or anxious has become more problematic for you or your loved ones, and what you can do to get help early on.

21.01.2022 A free and inclusive event, Women’s Community Convo aims to start the conversation to empower women of the Surf Coast and Geelong to connect, feel good and get active! To register, visit: https://bit.ly/3kIXCLz

21.01.2022 Its never been more important to ask for help when you need it. Half of all Australians will experience a mental illness in their life, but youre not alone. There is help available to get you through difficult times. Start by taking a moment to talk with the people in your life about whats going on for you or reach out to a support service like Beyond Blue for further information and support.

20.01.2022 Restoring the Private Health Insurance Rebate to 30% will help keep more Australians in the private health system, ease pressure on public hospitals and help clear the backlog of elective surgery created by COVID-19 restrictions. This is why GMHBA is supporting Private Healthcare Australia’s ‘restore the rebate’ campaign. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3nDs9Mn

15.01.2022 GMHBA has introduced telehealth benefits for a wide range of extras services to support members to look after their health during COVID-19. Could this be the right option for you to manage your health remotely? Lets explore what telehealth means for our members.

14.01.2022 The immune system is our protector against infection. For the bodys ability to fight off diseases and work at its best, we need to fuel it with the right food and nutrients. There is not one food or nutrient that will magically stop you getting sick, but a combination of the right foods may have a part to play in protecting your body from bacteria, viruses, and other germs.

14.01.2022 Tackling grocery shopping during a pandemic can be a daunting task. These healthy tips and swaps will help you feed yourself and loved ones without breaking the bank during these challenging and unique times.

14.01.2022 GMHBA is supporting Private Healthcare Australia’s ‘restore the rebate’ campaign. Restoring the Private Health Insurance Rebate to 30% will help to protect the balance of our unique public/private health system and ensure affordable, timely and quality care for Australians. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3eRQKtP

13.01.2022 Simple behaviour nudges can help us with keeping active. Behavioural economics expert Dr Craig Nossel provides an insight into how we can use our behaviour to increase our physical activity.

13.01.2022 Need some help to get moving while staying home? All GMHBA members have free access to the Kieser Konnect app, so you can follow Kiesers strength and conditioning program from the comfort of your living room! Training with the app can help you maintain your strength, cardiovascular fitness and your immune system. Learn more: www.gmhba.com.au/kieser.

12.01.2022 When it comes to choosing healthy and nutritious food, there are behavioural 'nudges' you can try when you’re at home to help make the healthy choice the easy choice. Behavioural economics expert Dr Craig Nossel provides an insight into how we can use our behaviour to influence healthy eating.

12.01.2022 Get ready to hop into the school holidays this morning with your Healthy Heroes! Activities include Zumba, yoga and mindfulness. 11am YouTube the event will be released live and available here: https://bit.ly/3g84dgw... Well see you then!

12.01.2022 Join us for our Healthier at Home webinar with Dietitian Anna Debenham, who will share her expert knowledge about the Flexitarian Diet. The Flexitarian Diet is a tyle of eating that encourages you to consume more plant-based foods without cutting out meat or other animal products entirely. You will learn about the benefits of a plant-based diet, how to achieve balance in your diet while increasing your intake of plant foods and discover the power of plant foods for optimal gut health.

11.01.2022 GMHBA member tax statements are now available to download from the member area: https://bit.ly/3fVrgf1. We have also sent your tax information directly to the ATO and your details should now be pre-filled when you complete your tax return.

09.01.2022 We understand this is an uncertain time for all and GMHBA is doing everything possible to support our members during COVID-19. Additional premium relief will be available from 1 October for our members who are continuing to experience financial hardship due to the pandemic. To ensure members can continue staying healthier at home, we have also extended elements of our COVID-19 member support package until March next year. Find out more: www.gmhba.com.au/coronavirus

09.01.2022 Were excited to invite GMHBA members to spend the month of September exploring an array of simple meditation techniques with Sally Ferris from Wonder Yoga. All sessions will be tailored to beginners, but if you do attend regularly you can progress your own practice.

07.01.2022 GMHBAs resident nutritionist, Mel Bald, shows us how to make these delicious seedy muesli bars. Theyre a super easy, healthy snack option and are generally lower in suger and higher in fibre than most pre-packaged muesli bars. Check out the full recipe here: https://bit.ly/34Uk4gj

07.01.2022 This year has shown us that good health is more important than ever. By completing our national Womens Health Survey, youre helping us to bring trustworthy an...d relevant health information to women across Australia. The survey takes 15 minutes to complete and is anonymous: https://go.jeanhailes.org.au/survey2020 See more

06.01.2022 Looking for something fun for the kids to do at home? Weve teamed up with the Geelong Cats to offer an online Healthy Heroes activity, which includes some energetic Zumba, centred yoga and calming mindfulness.

06.01.2022 GMHBA has sent your tax information to the ATO and your details should now be pre-filled when you complete your tax return. If you still need a copy of your Tax Statement, it will be made available to download from your GMHBA member area. We will send you an SMS when its ready, so please let us know if your mobile number has changed.

06.01.2022 Laughter is the best medicine, so were giving GMHBA members the opportunity to enter to win free access to the 4th annual Womens Health Week Comedy Gala, which will be streamed live right around Australia.

04.01.2022 Creating lasting lifestyle change isnt easy at the best of times, and the effects of COVID-19 has made forming healthier habits even more difficult than usual. Here are five strategies to help you on your way.

04.01.2022 Over the past few months, GMHBAs Care Coordination Service has been expanded to provide additional support to our most vulnerable members during COVID-19 through check in phone calls and hand delivering care packages.

04.01.2022 A lot of us spend our day staring at digital screens, which emit blue light. We explore how blue light can impact on your health and some tips to help protect your eyes.

04.01.2022 2020 has been a challenge. With half of all Australians experiencing a mental illness in their life, compounded by the pressures of the COVID-19 pandemic, its important to look after the mental health of yourself and your family. To support our members to be healthier at home, we are bringing you tips and resources focusing on your mental health.

03.01.2022 Don't forget, health insurance extras benefits reset on 1 January. Not sure what you have claimed this year? Check your remaining GMHBA benefit limits in the member area: https://bit.ly/2UJ0xta.

02.01.2022 This chicken soup is packed with nutrients and is great for boosting your immune system during the winter months. Its perfect to make when you are starting to feel a cold coming on, or when you are in the midst of one. Check out the recipe here: https://bit.ly/3ef6pBz.

01.01.2022 While we acknowledge that each mental health journey is unique and that mental health providers may work slightly differently in their delivery of telehealth psychology, lets talk through some of the main steps to accessing support.