Meroo St Family Practice in Bomaderry, New South Wales | Family doctor

Meroo St Family Practice

Locality: Bomaderry, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4421 4655

Address: 1 Meroo St 2541 Bomaderry, NSW, Australia

Website: http://meroostfp.com.au

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25.01.2022 Meroo Street Family Practice is showing our support for the Nowra RSL Sub-Brach. With Anzac Services cancelled it is hard for them to fundraise this year. While you are at the practice please buy an item to show your support; Badges $5 Pens $5 Chocolate Bars $5... Pencils $1 Thank you for supporting local diggers! See more

24.01.2022 REGULAR HEALTH CHECKS ARE IMPORTANT Regular health check-ups can identify any early signs of health issues. Finding problems early means that your chances for effective treatment are increased. Many factors, such as your age, health, family history and lifestyle choices, impact on how often you need check-ups. It is a good idea to visit our doctors at Meroo St Family Practice regularly, even if you feel healthy. The purpose of these visits is to:... Check for current or emerging medical problems Assess your risk of future medical issues Prompt you to maintain a healthy lifestyle Update vaccinations. Health checks are usually incorporated into routine medical care. Your doctor will often perform these checks when you are visiting for another condition, such as a cold or another problem. Your doctor will then tell you how often you need to have a health check. Having a health check is also a time to examine your lifestyle to see what improvements can be made. This may be something you regularly do yourself or discuss with a healthcare professional. Call (02) 4421 4655 Meroo St Family Practice to make your appointment.

23.01.2022 ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION Many men report symptoms of erectile dysfunction (ED) at one time or another in their lives. It is generally estimated that it affects around 1 million Australian men on an ongoing basis. There are several possible causes physical and/or psychological reasons for ED, some common causes include: ... * Diabetes, which can compromise the blood flow to the penis * Cardiovascular problems including high blood pressure and heart disease can compromise the blood flow to the penis * Prostate cancer treatment trauma to the pelvic area can cause nerve and vascular damage * Other surgery (prostate, bladder, colon, rectal), trauma to the pelvic area can cause nerve and vascular damage * The side effects of some medications, including some for high blood pressure and antidepressants can interfere with blood flow to the penis * Lifestyle choices (smoking, excessive alcohol, obesity, lack of exercise, stress, lack of sleep), can also affect your performance * Spinal cord injuries * Hormone problems * Depression and anxiety In other words, ED affects men of every ethnicity, age and lifestyle. Call our doctors at (02) 4421 4655 Meroo St Family Practice, if you think you or someone you know may be suffering from ED. Here are some helpful questions you need to ask your doctors which may help determine the right ED treatment option: * Is my ED is related to a treatable medical condition, will the symptoms resolve with the successful treatment of an underlying disorder like diabetes or hormone issues? * What are my chances of being able to have an erection without any treatment options? * What types of ED treatment options are available? * How effective are they? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each of these treatment options? * What type of treatment do you recommend for me right now? Why? * If this treatment is not successful, what other options might you recommend?

23.01.2022 Call us at (02) 4421 4655 to get a Home Medicines Review (HMR) Do you know your medicines? If medicines aren’t used properly, or if the wrong ones are used together, the results can be serious. Each year more than 140,000 Australians have to go to hospital with problems caused by their medicine. In up to 69% of these cases, the problem could have been avoided. Older people are particularly at risk.... The Home Medicines Review (HMR) Program was developed in response to this problem. It is funded by the Australian government and managed by the Pharmacy Programs Administrator. A Home Medicines Review involves your GP and an accredited pharmacist of your choice. Your GP writes a referral to the pharmacist. A pharmacist conducts an interview, preferably in your home, and then writes a report for to the GP. The GP will discuss any recommendations with you and may make appropriate changes to your medicines. The solutions may involve: showing you how to take your medicines correctly explaining why and when to take them explaining where they should be stored explaining what to expect when taking them outlining what problems you should report to the GP checking that prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines and vitamins are appropriate to take together clarifying any confusion with generic medicines giving you some help so you can remember to take your medicines changing your medicines. Who should have a Home Medicines Review? Reviews are particularly useful for people who: take more than five medicines a day have recently spent time in hospital are concerned about their medicines are confused about their medicines do not always remember to take their medicines. How much does it cost? The pharmacist’s review and report is paid for by the Australian government, so it will not cost you anything. If you (or someone you care for) might benefit from having a Home Medicines Review, talk to your GP at Meroo St Family Practice for organising one. #npsmedicinewise

23.01.2022 MEN'S HEALTH at Meroo St Family Practice (02) 4421 4655 Globally, men die on average six years earlier than women, and for reasons that are largely preventable. Which means that it doesn’t have to be that way: we can all take action to live healthier, happier and longer lives. Here are the top five things to know and do.... 1. Spend time with people who make you feel good. Stay connected. Your mates are important and spending time with them is good for you. Catch up regularly, check-in and make time. 2. Talk, more. You don’t need to be an expert and you don’t have to be the sole solution, but being there for someone, listening and giving your time can be life-saving. 3. Know the numbers. At 50, talk to your doctor at Meroo St Family Practice about prostate cancer and whether it’s right for you to have a PSA test. If you are of African or Caribbean descent or have a father or brother with prostate cancer, you should be having this conversation at 45. Know your numbers, know your risk, talk to your doctor. 4. Know thy nuts. Simple. Get to know what’s normal for your testicles. Give them a check regularly and go to the doctor if something doesn’t feel right. 5. Move, more. Add more activity to your day. Do more of what makes you feel good. Take a walking meeting Park further away from the station Get off the bus a stop or two earlier Instead of the lift, take the stairs Cycle to work instead of driving

22.01.2022 STROKE PREVENTION What can you do to prevent stroke? Age makes us more susceptible to having a stroke, as does having a mother, father, or other close relative who has had a stroke. You can't reverse the years or change your family history, but there are many other stroke risk factors that you can controlprovided that you're aware of them. Knowledge is power. If you know that a particular risk factor is sabotaging your health and predisposing you to a higher risk of stroke, ...you can take steps to alleviate the effects of that risk. See our doctors at Meroo St Family Practice (02) 4421 4655 for an assessment. HOW TO PREVENT 1. Lower blood pressure 2. Lose weight 3. Exercise more 4. If you drink do it in moderation 5. Treat atrial fibrillation 6. Treat diabetes 7. Quit smoking https://strokefoundation.org.au/.../Learn/facts-and-figures

22.01.2022 Bulk Billed Phone Consultations Now Available to All Patients Meroo St Family Practice is now offering bulk billed telephone consultations for all patients starting from 30 Mar 2020. Give us a call or book online for a bulk billed phone consultation.

22.01.2022 ATTENTION PATIENTS Long Weekend Opening Hours Saturday 6th June - Saturday: Closed Sunday 7th June - Sunday: Closed ... Monday 8th June - Monday: Closed Tuesday 9th June - Tuesday: OPEN 8am - 6pm We hope you have a wonderful weekend but don't forget:

21.01.2022 COVID-19 AND FLU VACCINE ADVICE * The majority of Australians who are not currently eligible for their Covid-19 vaccination until Phase 2 should now get an influenza vaccination. * At least 2 weeks separation is needed between influenza vaccine and Covid-19 vaccine.... * AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine: two doses need to be administered at least four weeks apart, but ideally 12 weeks apart. * The Immunisation Coalition monitors flu cases and reports there were 21,356 laboratory-confirmed notifications of the flu in Australia for 2020, compared with 313,061 laboratory-confirmed notifications for 2019. * We won the war against flu in 2020, but has that created some apathy in 2021? * Covid-19 still posing a threat, the need to be vaccinated against the flu is more important than ever. * Call Meroo St Family Practice (02) 4421 4655 to make an appointment for your flu shot.

19.01.2022 Our new practice Bomaderry Creek Health Centre at the new Woolworth Shopping Centre is open every Saturday from 830am to 1pm. Call us on 4413 2325 for appointment or book online at bchc.com.au.

16.01.2022 Getting a Home Medicines Review (HMR) Do you know your medicines? If medicines aren’t used properly, or if the wrong ones are used together, the results can be serious. Each year more than 140,000 Australians have to go to hospital with problems caused by their medicine. In up to 69% of these cases, the problem could have been avoided. Older people are particularly at risk. The Home Medicines Review (HMR) Program was developed in response to this problem. It is funded by the ...Australian government and managed by the Pharmacy Guild of Australia. A Home Medicines Review involves your GP and an accredited pharmacist of your choice. Your GP writes a referral to the pharmacist. A pharmacist conducts an interview, preferably in your home, and then writes a report for to the GP. The GP will discuss any recommendations with you and may make appropriate changes to your medicines. The solutions may involve: showing you how to take your medicines correctly explaining why and when to take them explaining where they should be stored explaining what to expect when taking them outlining what problems you should report to the GP checking that prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines and vitamins are appropriate to take together clarifying any confusion with generic medicines giving you some help so you can remember to take your medicines changing your medicines. Who should have a Home Medicines Review? Reviews are particularly useful for people who: take more than five medicines a day have recently spent time in hospital are concerned about their medicines are confused about their medicines do not always remember to take their medicines. How much does it cost? The pharmacist’s review and report is paid for by the Australian government, so it will not cost you anything. Your GP may bulk-bill or charge you for the GP consultations. If you (or someone you care for) might benefit from having a Home Medicines Review, talk to your GP or pharmacist about organising one.

14.01.2022 How can you prevent heart disease? There is no single cause for any one heart condition, but there are risk factors that increase your chance of developing one. You can help reduce your risk of heart disease by making positive changes to your lifestyle.... High blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes can increase your chance of developing heart disease. Understand your risk by seeing your GP for a Heart Health Check. Give us a call on 4421 4655 for an appointment or book online at meroostfp.com.au

14.01.2022 ATTENTION PATIENTS - please be advised that we are currently experiencing difficulty with our SMS reminder system. We hope to have this corrected by close of business today.

13.01.2022 PROTECT YOU, YOUR FAMILY, YOUR COMMUNITY AND AUSTRALIA From 3rd May 2021, Meroo St Family Practice will be offering AstraZeneca vaccinations to people aged 50 years and over. You can book an appointment via https://healthengine.com.au/ or ...Continue reading

12.01.2022 Welcome to Meroo St Family Practice! Don't forget to like or follow us so you can get all the useful up to date news and health information. Thanks for visiting Meroo St Family Practice and we hope to see you soon!

11.01.2022 COMMON COLDS Colds and flu symptoms can be very similar to the symptoms of COVID-19. Even if your symptoms are mild, get tested for COVID-19 immediately. What Are Colds?...Continue reading

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11.01.2022 Meroo Street staff wore crazy socks today to support #crazysocks4docs and raise awareness for the mental health of doctors worldwide.

09.01.2022 Free flu vaccination now available for eligible patients. Call us NOW or book online.

09.01.2022 Call (02) 4421 4655 Meroo St Family Practice for an appointment with one of our doctors for your ASTHMA WINTER CHECK-UP The flu season in Australia is usually June to September and peaks in August. The COVID-19 virus still circulating. Thus, it is more important than ever for patients to maintain good asthma control....Continue reading

06.01.2022 BOWEL CANCER June is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. Bowel cancer is the second deadliest cancer in Australia. ...Continue reading

06.01.2022 Brother to Brother is Australia’s first 24-hour hotline assisting Aboriginal men through COVID-19. The line is staffed by Aboriginal men, including Elders. Call 1800 435 799 anywhere in Australia, anytime.

06.01.2022 Get the Corona Virus fact and stay calm! If you have recently traveled overseas OR been in contact with a person who has and you have a cough, fever and/or sore throat please DO NOT come to the practice. For the safety and protection of our staff and other patients, please phone ahead for individualised assessment and advice. https://player.vimeo.com/video/396623069

05.01.2022 Today is #RUOKDay, a friendly reminder that every day is a day to start a conversation that could change a life. Heart health can impact on your mental health. If you know someone living with heart disease or recovering from a heart incident, you can help on R U OK? day and beyond, just by asking the question. ... Asking someone Are you OK? however isn’t always easy. To start you can follow R U OK Day simple 4-step method to check in with someone: Ask R U OK? Listen to their response with an open mind Encourage action; and Check in to see how they are doing Responding to R U OK? is just the start of a conversation that builds connection and can help you feel less alone in your experience. Call us now on (02) 4421 4655 to arrange for your Heart Health Check with one of our doctors. #HeartFoundation

04.01.2022 WHAT IS DIABETES? Diabetes is an ongoing health condition where your body's usual ways of controlling your blood glucose levels don't work properly. When your body breaks down food, your blood sugar level rises. The cells in your body absorb this sugar into your bloodstream using a hormone called insulin and use it for energy.... Diabetes is the third biggest cause of increased health loss in Australia over the past 30 years. How Does Diabetes Affect Your Heart? CVD - such as heart attack and stroke is the main cause of death among people with diabetes. If you have diabetes, you will be up to four times more likely to have a heart attack or stroke than people who don't. Around 30% of people with type 2 diabetes also have CVD. Over time, high blood sugar levels from diabetes can damage the blood vessels in your heart, making them more likely to develop fatty deposits. The longer you have diabetes, the higher the chances are that you will develop heart disease. How You Can Reduce Your Risk Of Developing Heart Disease? Taking medications to control diabetes as prescribed by your doctors Eating a varied balanced diet of healthy foods Being physically active (ideally for at least 30minutes, most days of the week) Managing your cholesterol and blood pressure levels Being smoke-free Limiting your alcohol intake Call our doctors at Meroo St Family Practice (02) 4421 4655 for an Annually Diabetes Check-Up. #HeartFoundationAu https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/.../what-is-diabetes/

03.01.2022 Are you in the 45-49 year old age group? Do you have at least one of the following (or other) risk factors that could lead to a chronic disease later in life? high blood pressure family history of disease (e.g. Cancer, Heart Disease, Diabetes)... inadequate exercise high cholesterol smoking overweight If yes, you could be eligible for a free health check. Give us a call on 4421 4655. The aim of the health check is to help find, prevent or lessen the effect of disease. Afterall, it is better to avoid disease than to treat it. this health check will give us the opportunity to look at your lifestyle and your doctor and nurse can support you.