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Kambu Health

Locality: Ipswich, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 3812 3843

Address: 27 Roderick Street 4305 Ipswich, QLD, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Kambu Health has a range of specialists and Allied Health services at our Ipswich and Laidley clinics, ensuring you are getting the best care. Enquire today by calling our Ipswich clinic on 3810 3000 or our Laidley clinic on 5465 3541. You can also visit our website www.kambuhealth.com.au

25.01.2022 Today is Pink Ribbon Day, a day to raise awareness about breast and gynaecological cancers. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women are 2.5 times more likely to be diagnosed with cervical cancer and 1.8 times more likely to be diagnosed with endometrial cancer. Early diagnosis is key. Have a yarn with your doctor about cervical and breast cancer screening. ... Call the Ipswich Clinic on 3810 3000 or the Laidley clinic on 5465 3541to book an appointment with your GP.

25.01.2022 Hey tiddas! The BreastScreen Queensland Van will be at the Ipswich clinic from the 7th to the 17th of December 2020. Women aged 40 years and over are encouraged to get their susu’s checked. ... Make sure to book your appointment for your free mammogram and receive your free Kambu Breast Cancer Awareness shirt! Call 3810 3000 to book!

24.01.2022 Heatwaves can have a negative impact on our bodies, causing heat stress or heat stroke. But what can you do to minimise the risk of suffering health issues during a heatwave? Click on the link to find out more.

24.01.2022 Kambu Health is hiring! We are looking for a casual Invoicing Officer, preparing invoicing of NDIS, Aged Care and Early Years clients, working close with our Finance Team. Applicant must hold a Working with Children Blue Card.... Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. Send in your Cover letter and an updated Resume to: Attention - Lillian Garrett 27 Roderick Street, Ipswich 4305. Any information email [email protected] Applications close Thursday 3rd December 2020.

23.01.2022 It’ Movember, a chance to grow your mo and raise awareness about Men’s Health. www.au.movember.com

23.01.2022 October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Breast cancer is the most common cancer experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women.... Symptoms you should be aware of include: a new lump or lumpiness, especially if it's only in one breast a change in the size or shape of your breast a change to the nipple, such as crusting, ulcer, redness or inversion a nipple discharge that occurs without squeezing a change in the skin of your breast such as redness or dimpling an unusual pain that doesn't go away. Book an appointment with a GP today by calling either our Ipswich clinic on 3810 3000 or our Laidley clinic on 5465 3541 to discuss any issues or questions you may have.

23.01.2022 Just like how we go to the doctor to look after our physical health, it is important to see a doctor for our mental health and wellbeing. If you are feeling stressed or anxious, make sure to give our Ipswich or Laidley clinic a call to book an appointment with a GP. From there our social health team can assist you on the path to healing. Ipswich 3812 3000. Laidley - 5465 3156.

23.01.2022 Are your jarjums for kindy? Applications for enrolment at the Kambu Amaroo Kindergarten is now open!

23.01.2022 Kambu Health are hosting a Movember event to raise awareness of men’s health. If you are interested in attending, please call 3810 3000 for more information and to book your placement.

22.01.2022 Restrictions to hospitals in SEQ have been put into place. These restrictions include: You can only visit someone in hospital if you are: ... the parents, guardians, or carers for a patient under the age of 18 providing end-of-life support a partner and /or support person/s for a patient admitted for care related to their pregnancy. More information about restricted areas can be found on the Queensland Health website.

22.01.2022 The 10th to the 18th of October is Mental Health Week. This year’s theme is Take time for mental health. Make sure to take the time to focus on yours and your family or community’s social health and wellbeing.

21.01.2022 Whos behind the mask? Can you guess them all? If you are visiting one of our clinics, we ask that you wear a mask. Wearing a mask will not only protect yourself but also protects our staff and our community. ... How to wear a mask: Cover both your nose and mouth Fit snugly but comfortably against the sides of your face Be secured with ties or ear loops Allow for unrestricted breathing.

21.01.2022 Kambu Health’s Ipswich clinic is now extending our hours on Monday and Thursday nights. The clinic will be closing at 8pm on these nights.

21.01.2022 How did you celebrate the Melbourne Cup?

21.01.2022 Kambu Kidz Playgroup is a great way for young ones engage with others and learn as they play. Call Kambu Health’s Children and Family Centre on 3810 3000 for more information about Kambu Kidz.

21.01.2022 Thanks to everyone for coming to our Movember event. And a special thanks to our guest speaker, former Origin great, Colin Scott, and donations from HeavyW8 Barbers FattBoy Apparel and Bunnings Warehouse Australia.

20.01.2022 New restrictions implemented today in SEQ. Restrictions include: Gatherings in private homes and public spaces will be restricted to a maximum of 10 people. These limits do not apply to businesses operating under a COVID Safe plan. Residential aged care and disability accommodation facilities have restrictions on visitors and residents leaving the facility Hospitals have been asked to restrict visitors as soon as possible... Hospital emergency departments, aged care facilities and disability accommodation facilities will use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including face masks and gloves to treat all patients and residents. For the full list of restricted areas, visit the Queensland Health website.

20.01.2022 ATTENTION ALL KAMBU HEALTH CLIENTS. All our clinics are closed today for doctor training. Those with appointments booked for specialist services, allied health (podiatry, dental) and midwives are still on. ... Transport is still provided for offsite appointments. Apologies for the inconvenience.

20.01.2022 Do you know what to do in the event of an emergency? Are you comfortable performing CPR on someone? Click on the link to find out more information of what to do in the event that someone needs CPR.

20.01.2022 From 1am tomorrow (Friday, 22 January) restrictions will ease in Greater Brisbane. Our short and sharp lockdown was successful in keeping the movement of peop...le and the virus to a minimum, and as a result, we are able to ease restrictions. From 1am tomorrow: Masks will no longer be mandatory except in airports and on planes. We recommend Queenslanders continue to wear masks on public transport and places where social distancing isn’t possible. Cafés and restaurants return to one customer per 2m and people can stand to drink in licensed premises. Weddings are allowed 200 guests and dancing returns. 50 people can gather at your home 100 people can gather in public spaces (outdoors) http://qld.health/From22January

20.01.2022 Kambu Health is hiring! We are looking for two casual Transport Drivers, responsible for the safe transportation of Kambu Health clients to and from clinics, and other services in the Ipswich and Lockyer Valley regions. Applicants must hold current Driver’s License and Working with Children Blue Card.... Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. Send in your Cover letter and an updated Resume to: Attention - Lillian Garrett 27 Roderick Street, Ipswich 4305. Any information email [email protected] Applications close Thursday 3rd December 2020.

20.01.2022 Get your 715 Health Check and dental check up to receive your free dental gift pack from Kambu Health! Call 3810 3000 to make your appointment today.

19.01.2022 The COVID-19 contact tracing alert has been updated to include Karalee and Raceview. If you have any symptoms, no matter how mild, make sure to get yourself tested. Call the Booval Respiratory Clinic to make an appointment, on 0408699432 or 3436 5680.

19.01.2022 Got sore binungs? It could be otitis externa, or better known as swimmer's ear. Swimmer’s ear is when the outer ear canal is inflamed and infected. Other symptoms could include: ... itching a squelching or popping sensation when you move your ear or jaw a feeling of pressure or fullness in your ear tenderness when you move your ear or jaw trouble hearing Make sure to visit your GP as swimmer’s ear is treatable. Call the Ipswich clinic on 3810 3000 or the Laidley clinic on 5465 3541.

19.01.2022 Summer is the perfect time for a BBQ, but with warmer weather and food not stored correctly, your food could become a breeding ground for bacteria. Food poisoning causes nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. In serious cases, food poisoning could lead you to the emergency department at the hospital. Make sure to keep pre-prepared food stored correctly in a cool and hygienic area, wash your hands when handling food and sanitise benches.

19.01.2022 A study conducted by the CSIRO has found that COVID-19 could survive on surfaces for up to 28 days. Make sure to disinfect surfaces we constantly touch, such as (but not limited to): Mobile phones... Kitchen benches TV Remotes Car dashboard/ steering wheel Shopping trolleys Remember, if you are showing any symptoms, please get tested. Call the Booval Respiratory Clinic on 0408 699 432 or 3436 5680.

18.01.2022 If you are visiting one of our clinics, we ask that you wear a mask. Wearing a mask will not only protect yourself but also protects our staff and our community. Here is how to wear a mask: Cover both your nose and mouth Fit snugly but comfortably against the sides of the face... Be secured with ties or ear loops Allow for unrestricted breathing See more

18.01.2022 Due to the recent outbreak of COVID-19 in the Greater Brisbane region, Kambu Health is now delivering consultations with our GPs via phone or video call to keep our community safe. If you require an appointment, please call our Ipswich clinic on 3812 3000 or our Laidley clinic on 5465 3156.

17.01.2022 After a car accident last year, Barbra Banar was inspired to start knitting bears and donating them to kids in need. Barb has been kitting bears for over 12 months now and is pleased that children are enjoying them and seeing the smiles on the kids’ faces. Today Barb popped into the Amaroo Long Day Care Centre to see the kids enjoying her kind donation.

17.01.2022 reSTORE by local charity, Ipswich Assist, enables community to purchase food at a reduced rate. Shoppers can fill a $15 or $30 basket with food, household cleaning supplies and personal hygiene items. You can pay by either cash or card. ... reSTORE is open every Wednesday from 2pm-5pm. Visit www.ipswichassist.org.au for more information.

17.01.2022 If you are visiting any of our clinics, we are asking that everyone wear a mask, not just to protect yourself, but our community. If you have your own cloth mask, you are welcome to wear this in our clinics. If you dont have a mask, one will be provided to you by concierge.

16.01.2022 Kambu Amaroo’s Early Childhood Teacher, Diwangkuna Francis, today participated in the children-led Ipswich Children’s Voices Q&A panel. The panel was part of the launch of the Ipswich City Council’s policy for Children, Young People and Families and Mission Australia’s Children’s Voices Project. Kambu Amaroo Long Day Care Centre was also asked to participate in the joint initiative by creating a painting describing what a Strong, Connected, Inclusive, Healthy, Resilient and Thriving Community looks like.

16.01.2022 All Kambu GPs, Nurses and Aboriginal Health Workers conduct Telehealth Appointments. If you dont want to come into the clinic. Let one of the receptionists know that you would like an appointment over the phone. (All face to face appointments are approved by the SMO)

16.01.2022 Today kicks off National Carers Week, recognising and showing our appreciation to the 2.65 million Australians who provide care and support to loved ones. For more information, go to https://carersweek.com.au/

16.01.2022 #BREAKING: Queensland Health has expanded its list of venues where confirmed COVID-19 cases have visited. Anyone who has been to these locations at the times sp...ecified should monitor their health and if they develop any COVID-19 symptoms, even mild, get tested and isolate until they receive their test result. New locations include: Springwood - Spa Choice, Pacific Hwy 29 August 2020 Between 10.30am and 11am Underwood - Spa World, Compton Rd 29 August 2020 Between 11am and 11.30am Springfield - Dosa Hut 29 August 2020 Between 11.55am and 12pm Springfield - Indian Spice Shop 29 August 2020 Between 12pm and 12.05pm Yamanto Dominos 30 August 2020 Between 11.45am and 12.30pm Yamanto Woolworths 30 August 2020 Between 12pm and 12.20pm Yamanto Woolworths - 31 August 2020 Between 11am and 11.15am Yamanto - Country Market 31 August 2020 Between 11.20am and 11.40am Yamanto Priceline 31 August 2020 Between 11.40am and 11.45am Heres the full list: https://bit.ly/3lvNPK7 including all locations/times issued within the past 14 days.

15.01.2022 Today is Indigenous Literacy Day, celebrating culture, stories, language, and literacy. A Live event featuring Ambassador Jessica Mauboy and long-time supporter Archie Roach will take place today at 12:30pm on the Indigenous Literacy Foundations YouTube channel.

15.01.2022 Today is Remembrance Day. At 11 am on 11 November each year we observe one minute's silence to remember those who died or suffered for Australia's cause in all wars and armed conflicts.

15.01.2022 Today is R U OK Day. Take the opportunity to reach out to family and friends to see how they are coping and start a conversation about looking after our social and emotional wellbeing. If you need help, Kambu Healths Social Health Team is there. For more information about the Social Health Team and the services they provide, please contact Kambu Health on (07) 3810 3000.

15.01.2022 Due to a positive case of COVID-19 detected at Ipswich Hospital, the hospital will be open for emergency cases, with other appointments to be relocated or delayed. If you have any COVID-19 symptoms, no matter how mild, get tested. Call the Booval Respiratory Clinic to make an appointment to get tested. Call 0408699432 or 3436 5680.

15.01.2022 Extreme weather can happen at any time. Make sure you and your family are ready for any emergency.

14.01.2022 The 2020 Ipswich Mental Health and Wellbeing Expo is online today at 12pm. Log on via the Facebook Ipswich Mental Health and Wellbeing Expo event page.

14.01.2022 Changes to COVID-19 restrictions coming soon!

14.01.2022 Some pics from the Laidley NAIDOC 2020 event from last week.

14.01.2022 Many of us will have hay fever. But what is it and how can it be managed? If you have questions bout allergies, make sure to discuss with your GP. Call the Ipswich clinic on 3810 3000 or the Laidley clinic on 5465 3541 to book an appointment.

14.01.2022 We are currently experiencing problems with our phone lines. Please be patient and we will get to you as soon as the problem has be fixed. Staff and Board apologises for the inconvenience

14.01.2022 Children and Family Centre’s Playgroups are back! To book a placement (limited spots available) or if you want more information, call the CFC team on 3810 3000.

13.01.2022 Our Respiratory Clinic is still open. If you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, make sure to get tested. Call 0408 699 432 or 3436 5680.

12.01.2022 Did you know that Kambu offers a midwifery service to those mums and bubs out there? It is available to everyone and are still delivering this service face to face! Our service provides pregnancy testing, antenatal care and postnatal checks, and breastfeeding classes. You can have appointments as often as you need. If you would like a checkup with one of our midwives for yourself and your bub, give us a call on 3810 3000 to book an appointment.

11.01.2022 Kambu Health’s Ipswich clinic will no longer be conducting Thursday night appointments. For more information regarding appointments at the Ipswich clinic, please call 3810 3000.

10.01.2022 Kambu Health is still offering Telehealth appointments. If you need assistance on accessing your video call, please feel free to use this handy info sheet.

10.01.2022 Kambu Health and the University of Southern Queensland have been in discussions for a joint funding application opportunity to the Federal Government for funding to provide culturally safe support to our women going through perimenopause and menopause. This is a much needed research area and would be welcomed if successful in our approach. Professor Odette Best (University of Southern Queensland) and Professor Tracey Bunda (University of Queensland) met with Kambu Health’s CEO, Stella Johnson, COO, Sharon Kinchela, and Director Health Services, Lillian Garrett, to discuss the Indigenous women navigating the change of life project.

10.01.2022 Are you due for a breast screen? Early detection of breast cancer through screening and appropriate treatment can give you the best chance of overcoming it. BreastScreen Queensland will have their mobile screening service at the Ipswich clinic from the 7th December to the 17th December 2020. Make sure to call 3810 3000 to make your appointment.

10.01.2022 Now is the time to get tested if you have the following symptoms: runny nose, sore throat, fever and/or cough. Please call our Booval Respiratory Clinic on 0408699432 or 3436 5680 to book an appointment as the clinic is not accepting any walk-ins.

09.01.2022 Practicing good hand hygiene reduces the transfer of germs from our hands to surfaces, food, and anything else we touch. Make sure to wash your hand with warm, soapy water or use hand sanitiser on visibly clean hands. Visit www.hha.org.au for more information.

09.01.2022 Each week Kambu Health’s Social Team runs Elders and Mens Groups; a time for community to come together. This week’s guests included Michael Bong and Steven Royle. Michael Bong works for the Queensland Police Service his role is to establish and maintain a positive rapport between culturally specific communities and the QPS, he promotes trust and understanding by assisting the community and police to reduce and prevent crime. He will be coming along regularly to assist any...one in any way he can. Steven Royle works for Health Management Solutions Queensland and came along to promote an eight-week exercise program for clients over 50 which they can participate in, also the importance of exercise and keeping active. If you want to know more about our Elders and Mens Groups, please contact our Social Health team on 3810 3000.

09.01.2022 NOTICE Kambu Clinic is closing early today Saturday 12th Sep at 12pm.NOTICE Kambu Clinic is closing early today Saturday 12th Sep at 12pm.

09.01.2022 How to get tested for COVID-19 at the Booval Respiratory Clinic: Calling the clinic - 0408699432 or 3436 5680 A Staff member receiving your call will request for your name and contact number. If you are not a current patient with Kambu Health you will receive a call from an admin person. Please have your Medicare card handy. File created ... you will then be placed in a que for a nurse to contact you for triage. The nurse will ask a range of questions including your symptoms and medical history. Appointment booking. The same triage nurse will provide you with the next available testing appointment and provide you with clinic details. Arriving at the clinic When you arrive please remain in your car. Let our external concierge know your name and your time booked for testing. Park in the reserved car park and wait to be called for your appointment. Test time A clinician will talk you through the procedure and self-isolation precautions. Once completed you must go directly home and self-isolated. See more

08.01.2022 ATTENTION: Parents/guardians of children enrolled at the Amaroo Long Day Care Centre and Amaroo Kindergarten Please note the following changes to our procedures due to the latest COVID-19 outbreak in the Greater Brisbane area: The Amaroo Kindergarten and Long Day Care Centre are operating as a drop-and-go. We ask that parents/guardians directly drop off and pick up their jarjums from the kindy and/or day care. We ask that drop off/pick-up be restricted to under 10 minutes ... Adults and children will continue to have their temperatures tested when entering our buildings to keep everyone safe. Anyone with a temperature over 37.5 degrees Celsius will not be able to enter No outside visitors No donations (toys, clothes etc bought into the centres) See more

08.01.2022 With a high demand for COVID-19 testing, we ask for patience when attending our Booval Respiratory Clinic. If you have symptoms of fever, sore throat, cough, runny nose, or any flu like symptoms, please get yourself tested. It is essential to call our Booval Respiratory Clinic on 0408699432 or 3436 5680 to book an appointment as the clinic is not accepting any walk-ins.

08.01.2022 Booval Respiratory Fever Clinic

08.01.2022 Today is Early Childhood Educators Day, recognising and celebrating the work of Australias educators in early learning services. Thanks to the wonderful work our educators at the Amaroo Kindergarten and Long Day Care Centre undertake to educate and look after our jarjums.

05.01.2022 Did you know that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are almost four times more likely than non-Indigenous Australians to have diabetes or pre-diabetes? If left untreated, complications could include heart attacks, stroke, kidney disease, limb amputation, depression, anxiety and blindness. If you want to find out more about diabetes or have a diabetes check, have a talk with your GP. Call the Ipswich Clinic on 3810 3000 or our Laidley Clinic on 5465 3541.

05.01.2022 iBobby is a new social wellbeing app that helps you recognise your thoughts and emotions and provide support resources. Download from the App Store or Google Play Store.

05.01.2022 Say hi to our Rapid Response Elders Team. The Team supports our vulnerable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander elders and clients to provide extra wellbeing support to our community Elders (50+ yrs). They provide weekly Wellbeing Checks through home visits, phone calls and where required delivery of prepared frozen meals and small food hampers. Out team looks after Elders in the Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim, Ipswich and surrounding areas.... For more information about the Rapid Response Elders Team, Call Kambu Healths Ipswich clinic on (07) 3810 3000.

05.01.2022 This week is Nursing in the Community Week. From the 14th to the 20th of September, we recognise the support that nurses provide to our health and well-being. Thanks to the deadly nurses at Kambu Health who look after our mob!

05.01.2022 Are you Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander? Are you a client of Kambu Health? Are you due for your 715? Well book in and receive one of these deadly shirts when you complete a full Health Check. Thank you Aunty Elly, your new shirt looks great. ... Terms and conditions apply.

05.01.2022 Drug Arm are hosting sessions in the Ipswich region on how to support family and friends suffering with alcohol and substance abuse. For more information about the sessions, visit https://www.drugarm.com.au/how-we-he//community-awareness/

03.01.2022 COVID-19 UPDATE

03.01.2022 Are you feeling stressed or worried? Is it affecting you day to day? It could be a sign of anxiety. Indigenous Australians are nearly three times more likely to suffer with a mental health condition than non-Indigenous Australians. But you are not alone. Help is available.... If you have concerns about your social health and wellbeing, give our social health team a call on 3810 3000.

03.01.2022 Kambu Health is hiring!

03.01.2022 Storing unused medication in the home can be harmful and disposing of medications in our general waste can have an impact of the environment. So how can we safely dispose of our unused medications? Visit your local pharmacy and ask if they participate in a safe disposal program.

02.01.2022 Friday night might seem to be a good night to get on the charge, but how much alcohol is too much? A healthy adult should not drink no more than 10 standard drinks per week and no more than 4 standard drinks on any one day. If you have any questions, talk to your GP.

02.01.2022 Are you feeling sad or moody, even if you feel like you have no reason to be so upset? Has it continued for a few weeks, months or even years? It could be a sign of depression. About a third (31.7%) of Indigenous Australians experience psychological distress, which could lead to social health and wellbeing concerns, compared to one in eight non-Indigenous Australians (12.3%). But you are not alone. Help is available.... If you have concerns about your social health and wellbeing, give our social health team a call on 3810 3000.

02.01.2022 When you’re a mum, breastfeeding can be a scary thought. Kambu Midwives offer support to mums, offering tips about breastfeeding, guiding the latching process and raise awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding, not just for bub, but for mum too. Our Indigenous midwife can come to the hospital once bub is born and offer support during antenatal classes and appointments at the clinic. ... The Kambu Midwives are here to help you. Give them a call on 3810 3000 to book an appointment today. For more information about breastfeeding, visit www.breastfeeding.asn.au.

02.01.2022 Are you looking for free or low-cost exercise classes in your suburb? Check out the Active and Healthy Ipswich page.

01.01.2022 It's Children's Week. Children’s Week celebrates the right of children to enjoy childhood. For more information, visit www.childrensweek.org.au.

01.01.2022 Hey you mob! The Ipswich NAIDOC Family and Cultural Celebration is on this Thursday, the 3rd of December, from 2-6pm. There will be free children’s rides, information stalls and performances. ... Briggs Road Sporting Complex, 121-135 Briggs Road, Flinders View. For more information, call Ipswich City Council on 3810 6655.