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Kensington Hill Medical Centre

Locality: Leopold, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 5250 1208

Address: 2 Kensington Rd 3224 Leopold, VIC, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Sending love, laughter and good health to our valued KHMC community

24.01.2022 You may be surprised to know that on average, adults sit for nine hours a day, which increases the risk of heart disease and Type 2 diabetes. Everyone from tod...dlers to older adults can improve their heart health by breaking up the length of time they sit during the day. The best place to start is ensuring you're meeting the recommended activity levels of 30 minutes on five or more days a week. The easiest way to meet these guidelines is by choosing an activity that you enjoy and know you can stick to! Other ways you can sit less and move more is: Limit your time on social media, TV, and phone When watching TV, take some breaks during commercials to walk around the house or do some housework Replace watching TV in the evening with taking a walk Try standing while you read or whilst completing easy tasks at work Take a break every 30 minutes to stand and stretch Consider using a sit-stand workstation Choose to do manual tasks where you can, such as washing your car by hand instead of using a drive-through car wash Looking for some inspiration to get up and moving? There is still time to sign up for MyMarathon via https://fal.cn/3aPHT

23.01.2022 Of the 1.3 million Australians living with diabetes, more than half will experience mental health issues in their lifetime. Today is World Mental Health Day 202...0 and an important reminder that your mental health matters. This year has been tougher than most and we have all had to adjust to new ways of living during the pandemic - this hasn't been easy for anyone, let alone people with diabetes (managing the condition can be tiring enough as it is). We’re here to remind everyone that mental health is just as important as your physical health. Seeking help or treatment for mental health is proactive for your health. You see your GP if something is wrong with your physical health, our mental health should be no different. Thank you to all the mental healthcare professionals doing their part every day and to all the people who are part of the diabetes community. We are here for you, now and into the future. Our Helpline is available if you need to speak to someone 1800 637 700. After all, we all need a little extra help sometimes.

21.01.2022 Taking care of your heart is important when you have diabetes. Why is it so important? People living with type 2 diabetes are two to four times more likely to ...develop heart disease. Make today the day you have a heart-to-heart about heart health. https://takediabetes2heart.com.au/sharethelove/

20.01.2022 Parkinson's is a chronic neurological condition with a range of complex symptoms unique to each individual. The most common symptoms include stiffening muscles,... slowing movement and changing posture. Many people also experience tremors when resting. These recognisable symptoms of Parkinson’s are just the tip of the iceberg. Other symptoms can include pain, depression, anxiety, speech changes and loss of facial expression. For more information about the range of symptoms experienced in Parkinson’s follow this link: https://www.parkinsonsvic.org.au/parkinsons-and-y/symptoms/

19.01.2022 Are you over 70? Have you had your shingles vaccination? If you are aged 71-79 the free vaccine catch up program ends the 31/10/21 Book an appointment to talk to your doctor, phone 52501208

19.01.2022 Start your year RIGHT and join the 55 Squat Challenge this March. By joining you will be staying active and raising funds for life-saving breast cancer research. REGISTER TODAY and let’s squat for breast cancer research!

14.01.2022 Are you ready to #MoveForMentalHealth? Whether it be dancing , walking , doing yoga , cooking , painting or something else entirely, share a video with us on your favorite social media platforms and join the #MoveForMentalHealthChallenge !

14.01.2022 COVID VACCINE UPDATE Kensington Hill Medical Centre has been approved for Phase 1b of the COVID Vaccination Program. Unfortunately at this time we do not have a confirmed arrival date for the vaccines allocated to our practice by the government. Please do not call the practice with queries about the COVID Vaccine. As soon as we have more information we will update our Website and Facebook page. Thank-you for your cooperation and understanding.

14.01.2022 There’s a strong link between what we eat and how we feel. Processed and ultra-processed foods can increase symptoms of depression and anxiety. Eating nutritiou...s foods from a variety of food groups can greatly improve your mental health and wellbeing by increasing energy levels, improving your sleep, and boosting your concentration. To find out how you can eat for a healthier headspace, click here: https://fal.cn/3duNG See more

13.01.2022 Ohhhh the Easter Bunny has come early at KHMC

12.01.2022 UPDATE: Ambulance Victoria is experiencing an extremely high demand for ambulances in the metropolitan region. All Code 1 (the most urgent and critically unwell...) patients are being seen in a timely manner. However there are delays for Code 2 and 3 patients, who may require assistance but do not have a life threatening illness. We take this opportunity to remind the community to please call NURSE ON CALL (1300 60 60 24) or visit their local GP service if their illness is not an emergency. Our number one priority is to provide care to the sickest Victorians who require lifesaving assistance. We thank the community and media for sharing this message and helping us save Triple Zero (000) for emergencies.

11.01.2022 World Diabetes Day 2020 is officially here It’s also NAIDOC Week. So we are marking these two special events by celebrating the history, culture and achieveme...nts of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Nurse Diabetes Educators. Diabetes Australia, CEO Professor Greg Johnson said First Nations nurses are playing a major role in helping to meet the challenges of the diabetes epidemic. There are approximately 3000 First Nations nurses in Australia, and I take this opportunity today to recognise their contribution and, on behalf of people with diabetes, say thank you. says Diabetes Australia Professor Greg Johnson. One of these people who are making a remarkable difference to the community is proud Wiradjuri woman Dr Tamara Power, member of the Congress of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Nurses and Midwives working at the University of Technology Sydney. She is one of Australia’s leading First Nations nurse academics and has more than 15 years’ experience in nursing, education, and research, and more recently diabetes research and paediatric endocrinology. Dr Power has a simple message to people looking to improve outcomes for First Nations people with diabetes. I want to encourage First Nations young people to consider a career in nursing specialising in diabetes. This is a career that can really impact the lives of people in our community and help keep our community strong, she said. Diabetes Australia is committed, now and into the future, to supporting First Nations diabetes communities around the country. Through guidance from First Nations nurses, healthcare professionals and community members, we will continue to fight for better health outcomes for all First Nations people living with diabetes. Read more about Dr Power’s story here: https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au//diabetes-australia-/

09.01.2022 Australia’s regulator, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has today announced it has provisionally approved the Oxford/Astra Zeneca COVID-19 vaccine for... use in Australia. Find out more about the vaccine and rollout at https://www.health.gov.au//about-the-oxfordastrazeneca-cov Therapeutic Goods Administration - TGA

09.01.2022 Please help share this important community message. If you suffer from asthma or hay fever, please make sure you're prepared for the predicted storms this week. Have your medication handy and stay indoors.

08.01.2022 Did you catch The Morning Show? Don't worry if you missed it, we have you covered. In the lead up to World Diabetes Day 2020, Diabetes Australia spokesperson ...and endocrinologist Associate Professor Roger Chen spoke to The Morning Show. Dr Chen discusses the differences between type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes, as well as the warning signs and symptoms that all Australians should pay attention to. Every five minutes in Australia, someone is diagnosed with diabetes. These numbers are even higher if you consider the number of people who go undiagnosed. This World Diabetes Day, we are asking all Australians to consider their risk and make their health a priority - it could save your life. Watch Associate Professor Chen's full interview on The Morning Show below.

08.01.2022 There are 1.7 million Australians living with all types of diabetes and every person is unique. That means everyone manages their diabetes in slightly different... ways. One part of living with diabetes everyone has to think about is what they eat. We believe there is no one-size-fits-all approach to food and diabetes and that’s why people should talk to a qualified health professional to develop an approach that suits them. For many people in Australia’s diabetes community that means adopting a low carb approach. We acknowledge that a low carb approach can be great for some people and we support people who choose to do this. That’s why we developed a position statement to help people make an informed decision about what is best for them. The Australian Dietary Guidelines are a good starting point for all Australians, but we always recommend that people with diabetes talk to their diabetes healthcare team and get **individualised advice** The Guidelines are now seven years old and there has been plenty of new research since then. We are pleased the NHMRC has announced a review of the Guidelines, taking into account the best available evidence from leading experts Diabetes Australia will be contributing to ensure we get the best possible dietary guidelines for people with diabetes. https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au//Diabetes-Australia-P

07.01.2022 Do you know how iron can affect your health? Iron deficiency often shows up as tiredness or fatigue. However, people with inherited iron overload can also exper...ience these symptoms. Talk with your GP today about the role iron plays in good health. Contact Haemochromatosis Australia on 1300 019 028 to find out more about hereditary haemochromatosis and inherited iron overload or visit www.ha.org.au #ironawarenessweek #takeironseriously #ironoutyourhealth #worldironweek See more

06.01.2022 Good Morning! Please note our phones are down at the moment. While we have people working on this issue please send a message through here on messenger. Fortunately we are able to phone out so one of our reception staff will phone you back. So sorry for the inconvenience, have a great day!

04.01.2022 The festive season is a time for family, friends and gatherings, and there are some simple ways you can make your celebrations dementia-friendly. Simple is b...est - plan the day ahead, stick to routines as much as possible. Keep it calm - have a ‘quiet room’ where someone with dementia can retreat if things become a bit much. Share the caring - create opportunities for family members and friends to share the caring role. Everyone needs to feel valued - consider how someone with dementia used to contribute and find a way to help them do this. Hanging a bauble on a tree, setting the table or helping to prepare food can help a person with dementia feel included. You can also consider decorating our virtual Christmas Tree and encouraging family and friends to do so to, with the gifts donated in the name of your loved one. You can find out more at www.ourchristmaswish.com.au More tips and ideas can be found in our most recent enews: https://www.dementia.org.au//make-your-festive-season-deme

03.01.2022 With COVID-19 changing our communities and the way we live, you might be experiencing changes in your school, study, work, relationships or your physical and me...ntal health. Whatever it is you’re facing, headspace is here for you. Our website is packed with great ideas, information and useful things you can do to support your mental health. Check out our website at headspace.org.au, create an account to get the information and support you need.

02.01.2022 The Victorian Department of Health & Human Services is reaching out to vulnerable Victorian’s with a new in-home testing service. The service is available state...wide to help slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The Call-to-Test service will arrange for a clinician to visit the home of an eligible person and conduct the test there. How to access Call-to-Test? Call the coronavirus (COVID-19) hotline on 1800 675 398 and select option 9 to find out if you are eligible for this service. The Call-to-Test service will operate from 9am to 5pm, 7 days a week. Find out more www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus #coronavirus #covid19

01.01.2022 The Government has commenced Phase 1a roll out of the Covid vaccine through Barwon Health. We are waiting on news from the Government about the further roll out of Covid vaccines delivered through our general practice. When we have any updates we will post them on our website https://www.khmc.com.au