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Keith and District Hospital & Board

Locality: Keith, South Australia

Phone: +61 8 8755 1555

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25.01.2022 The Keith and District Hospital would like to sincerely thank the Keith Apex Club and Tony Redden for their generous assistance in the relocation of many heavy items, in preparation for the commencement of the redevelopment. Many thanks also goes out to the members of the Keith Men's Shed for all their dismantling skills. The Redevelopment Plans are now available for viewing in the Hospital Foyer. Community members are all welcome to come and view during business hours.

25.01.2022 Our womens health nurse will next be consulting at the Keith and District Medical Centre on Wednesday 17th June. If you would like to make an appointment to see Anna, please call the clinic on 8755 1766. Thank you.

24.01.2022 If you have some spare time and would like to contribute to the care of of our beloved residents then this may be the perfect opportunity!

24.01.2022 We are so pleased to have Dr Graham Hughes as our locum for the next 3 months. Dr Hughes has consulted at the clinic for a couple of weeks in the past, but has now returned for an extended period. If you would like to make an appointment with him please call the clinic on 8755 1766.

24.01.2022 Isolation is hard. Many of our parents and grandparents are having to cope with greatly reduced social contact. From offering to grab some groceries to leaving a comment on their latest Facebook post, here are some things that may help them feel a little less alone during this difficult time.

22.01.2022 Giddy-Up Melbourne Cup Day at Keith and District Hospital included Fascinators, Trishaw Rides, a Staff Horse Race and Fabulous Food. Thank you to staff for organising.

22.01.2022 Dear community members, please find attached the notices for this years Annual General Meeting. Thank you.

21.01.2022 Thank you Thanks to the Friends of the Hospital garden group for mulching the gardens at the front and back of the Hospital.

21.01.2022 All community Members are invited to a Welcome BBQ this Sunday the 21st of February at 12pm to meet the new staff at Keith and District Hospital. Kindly managed by the Apex Club of Keith. Please BYO Drinks and Chairs. RSVP to Hospital Administration on 8755 1555 or [email protected] for Catering purposes. The new staff would love to meet the friendly faces of Keith and Surrounds.

21.01.2022 DRIVE THRU CLINIC BOOKED OUT WEDNESDAY 1ST APRIL We have had an overwhelming response to our drive through clinics and are now booked out for todays clinic. We will have more vaccine delivered next week and will advise clinic times following their arrival. PLEASE PHONE THE CLINIC AFTER THE 7TH APRIL TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT. Drive-Through Flu Clinics Have Commenced at KDMC!... - Private Vaccines Available Now ($20 fee payable by eftpos) - Bookings also being taken for Government Vaccines from Tuesday 7th April (over 65s, under 5s, patients with chronic health conditions and pregnant women are all eligible for a free vaccine). Please call the clinic to book in for your vaccination on 8755 1766. You will be given instructions at the time of booking as to the drive-through clinic process.

20.01.2022 Skin Checks at the Keith Medical Centre. Please Call 88413 777 to make your appointment.

20.01.2022 KDH is currently seeking a Cook to join our Client Services team. Please share with anyone you think may be interested :)

19.01.2022 Keith Hospital is hiring! We currently have 2 casual positions available...please share with anyone you think may be interested :)

19.01.2022 In 1992, the first day of September each year was officially declared National Wattle Day throughout Australia by the Commonwealth of Australia. The Residents got involved in celebrating wattle day by making pom pom wattle blossoms for decoration in the residents dining room; vases full of wattle decorated the courtyard area too, making Stirling Lodge look very cheerful for the first day of Spring.

19.01.2022 Last chance to book into this months Womens Health Clinic! Our womens health nurse will next be consulting at the Keith and District Medical Centre tomorrow - Wednesday 17th June. If you would like to make an appointment to see Anna, please call the clinic on 8755 1766. Thank you.

18.01.2022 Dear community members, Please follow this link for important information and read the statement below: CORONAVIRUS - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ... https://www.health.gov.au//coronavirus-covid-19-what-you-n As this health emergency unfolds we will keep our patients updated as we are directed as per the relevant health authorities. Please be advised if you have Flu like symptoms and or temperature, and have travelled from overseas or been in contact with a diagnosed case of Coronavirus- DO NOT come to the practice . Please telephone us and speak to the nursing staff. All other patients and visitors entering the hospital and clinic please use the hand sanitizer provided at the door. Thank you

18.01.2022 KDH is pleased to be able to Welcome Back our amazing Volunteers with a morning tea this Thursday the 18th of February at 10am. New volunteers are welcome to join us but will need to provide a copy of a police check and current flu vaccination certificate. RSVP is essential for catering purposes to Mel or Jenny on 8755 1555 or [email protected]

18.01.2022 Support the Keith Hospital Ladies Auxiliary Christmas Raffle. Tickets available at the Hospital Administration and are just $1 each. 1st Prize - Christmas Cake 2nd Prize - Mystery Hamper Drawn at the Street Party on the 4th of December

17.01.2022 Dear Community Members, Please read this poster for important information regarding the Coronavirus. Please do not enter the hospital if you have the listed symptoms, instead please call 8755 1766 and ask to speak to the nurse or GP. They will triage you and advise on how to proceed. The Australian Government currently considers the following countries to be at higher risk for COVID-19:... Mainland China Iran Italy Republic of Korea And the following countries to be at moderate risk: Cambodia Hong Kong Indonesia Japan Singapore Thailand Please ensure you use the antiseptic hand wash provided on entering and exiting the hospital. Thank you for your cooperation.

17.01.2022 Very exciting news for Keith and surrounding communities!

17.01.2022 For all the latest news from the Keith and District Hospital, please take a moment to read our Bi-Monthly Edition of the Newsletter for December 2020. Thank you

16.01.2022 We are pleased to welcome locum Dr Alison Lyon MBChB FRACGP FARGP MS BSc (hons) to KDMC. Dr Lyons special interests include medical education, womens health, skin cancer and person-centered care. She will be consulting at the clinic for 2 weeks until Friday 20th March, and will return to Keith for another period from 14th - 17th April.

15.01.2022 For all of the latest news from the Keith and District Hospital, please take a moment to read our Third Edition of the Newsletter for 2020.

14.01.2022 Dear Community Members, Please see below notices regarding the upcoming Keith and District Hospitals Annual General Meeting, Thank you.

14.01.2022 Dear community members, We have locum Doctor Richard Weate consulting at the clinic this week. When calling to make an appointment at KDMC please advise the receptionist if you have any of the following symptoms: - Cough... - Sore Throat - Shortness of breath - Have travelled internationally in the last 14 days - Have had close contact with a confirmed case of Coronavirus, If the answer is yes to any of these symptoms you will be transferred to speak to the Nurse for further assessment. If you have any questions or queries regarding the virus, please call the Coronavirus Health Information Line on: 1800 020 080 Thank you for your cooperation.

13.01.2022 The Keith Bakery have very kindly organised a Pie Drive as a fundraiser for the Keith and District Hospital! If you would like to support a wonderful cause and treat yourself to some delicious baked goods at the same time; then please pick up an order form from the hospital reception and drop it off to the bakery by 20th August 2020 :)

13.01.2022 Free breast cancer screening in Keith its a lifesaver! BreastScreen SA is coming to Keith from late October to late November 2020, to provide free breast cancer screening (breast X-rays) to healthy women aged 50 to 74 years, helping to detect breast changes that are too small to feel. Each year nearly 100,000 South Australian women book their screening mammogram at BreastScreen SA, but this represents only 59% of women who are eligible. ... A womans risk of developing breast cancer increases with age (1 in 9 South Australian women will be diagnosed before she turns 75). By finding breast cancer early, more lives can be saved and treatments can be simplified. Please share this post x

12.01.2022 Dear Community Members, Please find attached a job vacancy for an Reception Admin role at the Keith and District Hospital. If you could share with anyone who may be suitable that would be most appreciated. Thank you.

12.01.2022 Keith and District Hospital have implemented visitor restrictions to the Aged Care wing as required by the Department of Health. Please take some time to read the notice below.

12.01.2022 Dear Community Members, The Murray Mallee Community Medical Bus Service travels between Keith and Adelaide to enable patients to attend their medical appointments. If you would like to find out more and make the most of this wonderful service please call 08 8572 3513.

11.01.2022 Dear community members, Anna will be recommencing her womens health clinics with bookings now being taken for Wednesday 20th May. If you would like to make an appointment please call 08 8755 1766. Thank you :)

10.01.2022 A huge thank you to the Keith Lions Club for your incredibly generous donation of a defib machine for the entrance to Stirling Lodge. With the reduction in hours and the relocation of urgent care services to the clinic end of the hospital, it seemed appropriate to ensure that this life saving piece of equipment was still available to visitors to Stirling Lodge. Here is a photo of some of the wonderful local Lions adhering to the social distancing requirements for their photo! Thanks again for all your fundraising efforts, and your generosity to our communities hospital :)

10.01.2022 Congratulations to our very own Sue Jones (CEO/DON) for being deservedly nominated as an UNSUNG HERO in the ACSA 2020 recognition program. Sue was nominated for her above and beyond dedication to the Hospital. She has been instrumental in fighting for future funding and the reopening of the Acute and Urgent Care Services. We are very lucky to have her. Watch this space for exciting times ahead.

09.01.2022 Dr Sofia would like to thank the community for their overwhelming generosity towards the "Heroes need Heroes" Book and Stationary Drive. The boxes are completely full and will be on their way to Fiji very shortly.

09.01.2022 Introducing the permanent Doctor Dr Sofia and Practice Nurse Priyanka. Available for consultations at the Medical Centre Monday to Friday. Please call 8755 1766 to make an appointment. Dr Sofia will be providing medical service to the Aged Care and the Hospital into the future.

08.01.2022 PLEASE SHARE! Drive Through Fluvax Clinic at Keith Hospital! KDMC are currently holding a clinic for private flu vaccine patients (under 65s and over 5s eligible) - $20 per vaccine payable by eftpos - come before 5pm to get yours! Just follow the signs as you drive up to the hospital. Thanks.

07.01.2022 Dear community members, Please find attached our nominees for Board Director positions. If you would like to attend the AGM on Monday 28th September, please RSVP by Monday 21st September. Due to COVID-19 restrictions we will need to know the contact details of all attendees to meet contact tracing requirements. Your cooperation with this is most appreciated, Thank you.

07.01.2022 Dear patients, Please be advised of the following:

07.01.2022 Dear Community Members, Due to the COVID-19 restrictions this year, the Keith RSL Sub Branch cannot hold the traditional Anzac Day Dawn Service and Community Breakfast as in the past 16 years. In light of the recent passing of Mr Frank Mugg who was one of the founders of the Community Breakfast, the Sub Branch feel it would be such a shame for the Hospital to miss out on the community funding in 2020 due to the current regulations.... If you would like to make a donation directly to the hospital this year it would be so gratefully received. You can post cheques to: PO Box 282, Keith, SA 5267 Or make a donation via bank transfer to: Keith & District Hospital Inc. BSB: 015 595 Acc: 2220 35938 (Please email: [email protected] to advise of your donation and we will organise a letter and a receipt). Thank you so much.

06.01.2022 KDMC will be holding an immunisation clinic next Thursday 25th June from 9am-12pm. If you would like to make an appointment, please call the clinic on 8755 1766 :)

05.01.2022 Keith Hospital Auxiliary Christmas Raffle Winners 1st prize - Leida Vermeeran 2nd prize - Helen Wood Congratulations to the winners and the Hospital Auxiliary thanks everyone for their support in buying tickets.

05.01.2022 Keith and District Hospital have staff new to the Community looking for a private rental in Keith (preferably 3 bedroom). If you have a rental please contact the Hospital and we can put you in touch with the staff. Thank you.

05.01.2022 Congratulations Cat Denman and Mark Denman on the arrival of beautiful Alana May Denman... Born 6.11.20 8lb 5oz See more

05.01.2022 Position vacant - please share

04.01.2022 Please take a moment to read this coughing etiquette poster...

03.01.2022 Dear Community Members, Please find attached a job vacancy for an Admin Finance role at the Keith and District Hospital. If you could share with anyone who may be suitable that would be most appreciated. Thank you.

03.01.2022 For the latest news from the Keith and District Hospital please find attached our most recent Newsletter :)

03.01.2022 Please note updated time for commencement of the public meeting to a later start of 7:30pm. **RSVP ESSENTIAL TO ENSURE WE CAN ADHERE TO COVID-19 SOCIAL DISTANCING RESTRICTIONS**

02.01.2022 Pianola Repair needed Is there a handy person out there that can do a volunteer repair on the Pianola for the Residents of Stirling Lodge. Please contact administration on 8755 1555 if you are able to help.... Thank you

02.01.2022 Protect yourself with a lovely hand made face mask (kindly donated by the talented Heather Cozens). $10.00 each. Each mask is fully lined with a filter and is machine washable. All money raised from mask sales will go towards the Leaf Project. This project intends to provide the aged care residents with a ceiling projector, which projects various game onto the table for residents to enjoy.

02.01.2022 Dear community members, We currently have locum Dr Vivien Clark consulting at the clinic for today and tomorrow, then we will have Dr Graham Hughes consulting from Thursday 2nd - Friday 10th April. Please call the clinic to make appointments on 8755 1766. ... In an effort to reduce foot traffic through the hospital the front door is now locked; so please call 8755 1555 when you arrive for your appointment and the reception staff will let you in. Thank you.

01.01.2022 The Keith Medical Centre is owned and operated by Rural Doctors. Their head office is located in Nhill Victoria. You can contact Rural Doctors head office by phone 03 5387 9900 or via email on [email protected] If you require a doctors appointment you can call the Keith Clinic on 8755 1766 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday. Alternatively book online via www.hotdoc.com.au

01.01.2022 Client Services positions available:

01.01.2022 Coronavirus (COVID-19) GP Respiratory Clinics The Department of Health is funding up to 100 GP respiratory clinics to help protect Australians. If you think you have symptoms of COVID-19 you can contact a clinic to be assessed and get clinical advice. Naracoorte and Murray Bridge Respiratory Clinics are the closest we have to Keith and are pleased to be part of the Australian Governments response to COVID-19.... The purpose of the respiratory clinic is to assess, test and diagnose mild-to-moderate respiratory conditions, including COVID-19, influenza and pneumonia. Clinic bookings are ONLY for symptomatic patients. Patients with any of the following symptoms are strongly encouraged to make an appointment to attend the clinic: - Fever - Dry cough - Sore throat - Runny or stuffy nose - Shortness of breath Patients with any of the following symptoms may also make an appointment to attend the clinic: - Loss of taste or smell - Aches and pains - Headache - Conjunctivitis - Diarrhoea - A rash on skin or discoloration of fingers or toes All patients tested for COVID-19 are required to and must home isolate until test results are provided by medical staff. These clinics are by appointment only and are FREE for patients. For further advice please call 08 8762 7700. People who meet any of the following criteria are encouraged to book a telehealth appointment with their regular GP in the first instance: over 70, or over 50 and identifies as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background, or has a long term health condition, or pregnant or a parent of a child under 12 months. If telehealth is not possible for you, consider booking one of the appointment times at this respiratory clinic. Naracoorte Respiratory Clinic 101 Jenkins Terrace Naracoorte, SA 5271 08 8762 7700 Murray Bridge Respiratory Clinic 95 Swanport Road Murray Bridge, SA 5253 08 8539 3292 Please share to help keep the community aware of the valuable services available to them during this time :)