Health e Medical Centre in Geelong West, Victoria, Australia | Doctor

Health e Medical Centre

Locality: Geelong West, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 5223 9999

Address: 258 Shannon Avenue, Geelong West VIC 3218 3218 Geelong West, VIC, Australia

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

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23.01.2022 Last week the Health e team was interviewed by the ABC. Start at 19.30 to hear Sinead speak about how the vaccine is being rolled out. https://www.abc.net.au//pro/afternoons/afternoons/13236242

20.01.2022 If you’re new to exercise, start small try 10 minutes of stretching or walking a day, then gradually build up. Even 10 minutes of movement a day can help your... body and mind feel better. Encourage your loved ones to take a moment to move their bodies too. More tips on getting active: https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/be-healt/exercise-covid-19

20.01.2022 We are hiring! We are looking for an energetic, friendly and customer service focused receptionist to work in our well established family medical practice. Are you are looking to join a dynamic team of health professionals? If yes, then please send us your CV. The position description can be found https://www.hemc.com.au/careers/ If you know of someone who is suitable please let them know.... Please email [email protected] with you application

20.01.2022 Practicing psychologists help a wide variety of people and can treat many kinds of problems. Some people may talk to a psychologist because they have felt depressed, angry, or anxious for a long time. Or, they want help for a chronic condition that is interfering with their lives or physical health. Others may have short-term problems they want help navigating, such as feeling overwhelmed by a new job or grieving the death of a family member. Psychologists can help people lea...rn to cope with stressful situations, overcome addictions, manage their chronic illnesses, and tests and assessments that can help diagnose a condition or tell more about the way a person thinks, feels, and behaves. These tests may evaluate intellectual skills, cognitive strengths and weaknesses, vocational aptitude and preference, personality characteristics, and neuropsychological functioning. #psychologyweek

18.01.2022 International Men’s Day celebrates worldwide the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities. Below are some facts about men's health - Australian men die six years younger than women. - Every day, nearly 50 men a day under the age of 75 die in ways that could have been avoided through better preventive health. ... - Tobacco use is linked with 400 deaths a week, with men accounting for 3 in 5 of the lives lost. - Poor nutrition is linked to 30 male deaths a day. - Cancer kills more than 500 men a week, with men being 50% more likely to die by cancer than women. More than 80 male deaths a week are attributable to alcohol and illicit drug use and men experience around three quarters of the burden of diseaselinked to alcohol and drugs. - Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in Australia. On average, 50 people a day die from coronary heart disease. - Four out of five people who die of heart disease before the age of 65 are men. In total, five men aged under 65 die from heart disease every week in Australia. You can find more information about ways to improve the lives and health of men at https://bit.ly/3lNGaXm #Internationalmensday

15.01.2022 The first doses of the vaccine have arrived at Health e. We are excited to start vaccinating our community. #covidvaccine #healthe #covidvaccinegeelong

15.01.2022 We are pleased to inform you that we are accepting bookings for the ASTRAZENECA Covid19 vaccination. If you are over 70 years of age you are eligible to book now as you are part of the 1B in the Covid vaccination rollout group. Please check your eligibility - https://covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au/ If you are under 70 and have health issues as you may also be eligible. Our practice has dedicated Covid vaccination clinics.... If you wish to receive the vaccine, we are encouraging all patients to head to our website to book an appointment https://www.hemc.com.au/ We encourage you to help any family members who need assistance with booking. There will be an opportunity to discuss the vaccination with the staff prior to receiving it at this appointment. If you are needing further information please contact us on 5223 9999. We are expecting a large demand for information and vaccination, so please be patient with us during this time. With thanks and kind regards, The Team at Health e Medical Centre #covidvaccine #covidvaccinegeelong #healthe

14.01.2022 Today is the first day of summer, and a good reminder that Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. Each year almost 2000 Australians die from this almost entirely preventable disease. You can follow the Cancer Council's five recommendations to help prevent skin cancer. Slip on some sun-protective clothing that covers as much skin as possible.... Slop on broad spectrum, water resistant SPF30 (or higher) sunscreen. Put it on 20 minutes before you go outdoors and every two hours afterwards. Sunscreen should never be used to extend the time you spend in the sun. Slap on a hat broad brim or legionnaire style to protect your face, head, neck and ears. Seek shade. Slide on some sunglasses make sure they meet Australian Standards.

11.01.2022 Psychology Week is an annual initiative of the Australian Psychological Society that aims to increase public awareness of how psychology can help Australians lead healthier, happier and more meaningful lives. Each day this week we will be bring you information on psychology and mental health. It is so important were normalise talking about mental health, event more so because of the impact of Covid 19. 696,000 people are out of work... There has been a 77% increase in calls to Beyond Blue Since March, 135,400 young Victorians (aged 15-19 years old) have lost their job, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics The number of people hospitalised after attempting suicide is currently up 6% on last year. For those aged 17 and under, the number is up 31.3%, according to The Australian So take this opportunity to check in on a friend, ask them how they are going. If you feel that you might need help support or guidance you can reach out to one of GP's or our Psychologist. If you are looking for additional resources and information #movember has a list of local resources at https://au.movember.com/mens-health/get-support #PsychologyWeek #Healthe

08.01.2022 This Girl Can celebrates and supports Victorian women to embrace physical activity in a way that suits them. Whether it’s a little or a lot, what matters is getting some movement into your day. While many of us know that exercising is important for our physical and mental health, that doesn’t change the fact that half of us aren’t getting enough exercise each week. Learn more about this girl can here: https://thisgirlcan.com.au/... Get involved in local events from free surf lessons to online dance classes here: https://thisgirlcan.com.au/news/this-girl-can-week-2021/ #ThisGirlCanVIC

06.01.2022 As we enter the Christmas and New year period your health and wellbeing may be something that you are thinking about. Whether it is a New Year's resolution or a change that you are making as you transition back into the office we have some tips that might help you prioritise your wellbeing and set up good habits for the New Year. 1. Consider the way you are travelling- walking or riding to your destination instead of driving can be an easy way to incorporate exercise into you...r day without having to set to much additional time aside. This is especially handy during the Christmas period when it is difficult to get a park. Incorporating alternative transport options can quickly become a habit and an easy way to get extra exercise in. 2. Start a wellness challenge- encourage your friends, family or colleagues to join you for extra motivation. A wellness challenge can be anything that improves your wellbeing from getting enough sleep to a fitness challenge. Make sure that you have a goal that you are working towards and don't forget to reward yourself when you reach it. 3. Plan your meals- if you know what you are cooking and eating for the week and have all the ingredients you are less likely to reach for something unhealthy. Meal prepping is also a good way to learn more about the food that you are eating and portion sizes. The plus side is that people who pre-plan are likely to save time and money and reduce the amount of food they waste. 4. Visit your GP- A regular health check can help identify early signs of illness or disease making it much easier to treat. If it's been a while since you've visited your GP use the changing of years as a reminder to book an appointment.

05.01.2022 Wishing everyone a fun-filled Easter with your family and friends

05.01.2022 We are happy to announce and welcome Dr Duke Gordon to the Health e team. Duke is from the UK and did his medical training at King’s College London. After a 2 year stint in Melbourne’s Western Suburbs, he decided to move to Torquay with his husband, 5 cats and dog He is a true generalist, enjoys all aspects of general practice and is a believer in the benefits of chronic disease optimisation. He has an interest in diabetes management, men’s health, women’s health and has a so...ft spot for aged care medicine and is certified in Implanon insertion and removal. Duke also speaks Spanish. In his spare time, he likes to read and EAT!! He also likes the time old cliche of walking on the beach. Areas of Interest Diabetes management Women's & Men's Health Aged care Sexual health and PrEP To make an appointment please contact us on 03 5223 9999 or make a booking online.

02.01.2022 Prostate cancer occurs when abnormal cells develop in the prostate. These abnormal cells can continue to multiply in an uncontrolled way and sometimes spread outside the prostate into nearby or distant parts of the body. PROSTATE CHECKS When you turn 50 have a chat with your GP about a PSA testing.... If you are of African or Caribbean descent or have a family history do it at 45. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS? In the early stages, there may be no symptoms. In the later stages, some symptoms of prostate cancer might include: - Feeling the frequent or sudden need to urinate - Finding it difficult to urinate (for example, trouble starting or not being able to urinate when the feeling is there or poor urine flow) - Discomfort when urinating - Finding blood in urine or semen - Pain in the lower back, upper thighs or hips. These symptoms may not mean you have prostate cancer, but if you experience any of them, go and see your doctor. #prostatecancer #movember #healthe

02.01.2022 Go the Cats #geelongstrong

02.01.2022 Movember is about raising awareness for Men's Health. Mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer are the leading cause of premature death in men. Throughout the month we will be talking about men's health and we hope you take the opportunity to speak with your loved ones as well. #movember #menshealth #healthe

01.01.2022 In 2018 the APS collaborated with Swinburne University on a study of loneliness in Australia. Loneliness is an increasing public health concern, associated with mental and physical ill health. Psychologists are experts in helping people improve their social skills, build stronger connections, and enhance their relationships. The research shone a light on the wellbeing of Australians and their experience of social isolation. Social relationships support good mental and physica...l health, below are 3 tips to help you connect. 1. Think positive- Don't overthink your interaction and try to shift your focus to the topic of conversation of the other person. 2. Don't compare- everyone is different and don't be concerned if others appear to have more or better friends than you, savour the moments of connection. 3. Manage stress- Everybody has some social situations they dread. Practice simple stress management techniques, such as breathing deeply and slowly, to help keep your stress in check through awkward moments. #psychologyweek #healthe