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Mirboo North Medical Centre

Locality: Mirboo North, Victoria

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Address: 9 Scarlett Street 3871 Mirboo North, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 Thursday 7/1/21 Covid facts ZERO new locally acquired cases... ZERO new cases from overseas in hotel quarantine 1 mystery/unknown case from yesterday 38 Active cases in Victoria.(28 local, 10overseas) 33,000 tests ____________________________ Gippsland update - NO CHANGE Only the one case diagnosed on 1/1/21 at Leongatha, with no further cases in all of the Gippsland council areas. Exposure sites No new exposure sites have been added to the Gippsland area as per DHHS as of 6/1/21 at 8pm. The Last site added was the Bairnsdale to Caulfield V-line train on 30/12/20 at 12.45pm. DHHS has an up to date list of areas in Victoria that people with Covid visited prior to getting tested, and thought to be infectious https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/case-locations-and-outbreaks __________________________________ I am hoping for a run of Zero days.... I am quietly positive it will happen. The single mystery case reported yesterday is still under investigation but has been found to be originally from the NSW - Sydney outbreak. Get tested if you are even mildly unwell Link for getting tested is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/150760278750224/posts/940843523075225/?d=n link for getting tested __________________________________ This great photo was taken by Alison Snell of Lovers Tree at Lake Wellington near Sale.

25.01.2022 Sunday 25/10/20 An increase of 7 cases today, No new deaths in Victoria. ZERO cases in all Gippsland council areas ... _________________ 7 (1) cases added today since yesterday - 6 cases are linked to current Northern suburbs outbreak - 1 Healthcare worker. 20,343 cases of coronavirus have been diagnosed in Victoria since January 25. In the last 24 hours there is - - No cases that may indicate unknown/ community transmission. - 1 less case in hospital (total 7) - No cases in intensive care - 5 people have recovered overnight. - No new deaths (817 in total) - Total aged care deaths 649 (0) - no change in cases in aged care residents (currently 4 active cases). - 1 new case in Healthcare Workers (currently 8 active cases) - 2 more active cases today in Victoria (100 in total) Active case numbers are New cases minus recovered cases minus deaths. - 13,000 tests have been completed in the last 24 hours in Victoria. - Metro 14 day average case count 4.6 (-0.4) with active cases at 98 (2) unknown 14 day total case count is 9 (-1) - Regional Victoria 14 day average case count 0.2 (-0.1) with active cases at 2, With 2 cases in Shepparton unknown 14 day total case count 0 __________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ There has been ongoing dropping of the 14 day average case count now to 4.6, and mystery cases nearly to the magic number of 5. Regional Victoria is going so welll, when 2 weeks ago was faced with an outbreak. We will see how the next few days go, if you feel unwell get tested. In the past we were a now society, fast food, prepackaged meals, express post, go and get a loan so we can have it now, carrying our phones with us for instant access to whatever we felt we needed. I guess this pandemic has shown us patience, we wished for easing of restrictions and all hoping for that to occur today. We will now wait another few days until the time is right. You have to admire our leaders, with so much pressure, to continue on the path as agreed to by experts, and wait until the figures are right to relax restrictions. It is hard for us to grapple with this concept of patience, as over the years, we have not had to wait for too many things. No waiting for the apples to ripen, we just go and buy them or order them for online delivery. But we are resilient, and it is surprising how most have adapted to the new normal. Photo - Mirboo North farmland. Photo credit - Tiana Giardina sent this great photo in.

23.01.2022 Wednesday 6/1/21 Covid facts 1 new locally acquired case... 2 new cases from overseas in hotel quarantine 1 mystery/unknown case 41 Active cases in Victoria.(28 local, 13 overseas) 37,000 tests ____________________________ Gippsland update - Only the one case diagnosed on 1/1/21 at Leongatha, with no further cases in all of the Gippsland council areas. Exposure sites No new exposure sites have been added to the Gippsland area as per DHHS as of 6/1/21 at 8pm. The Last site added was the Bairnsdale to Caulfield V-line train on 30/12/20 at 12.45pm. DHHS has an up to date list of areas in Victoria that people with Covid visited prior to getting tested, and thought to be infectious https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/case-locations-and-outbreaks __________________________________ The single case reported today is a mystery case, and further investigation is continuing to find the source of infection. Remain Vigilant, keep those masks on, social distance and hand hygiene will keep you safe! Get tested if you are even mildly unwell Link for getting tested is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/150760278750224/posts/940843523075225/?d=n ___________________________________ Photo - Allambee South, just out of Mirboo North

23.01.2022 Tuesday’s Health tip 24/11/20 With things slowly getting back to normal, you may find you are feeling more tired, and lacking in energy. This seems to be quite common after a major life event, when things should be getting back to normal, and we should be feeling good. But what SHOULD happen and what DOES happen often differs in real life. The Covid epidemic has been a major life event, for many if not all. Significant uncertainty existed, and most routines were disrupted ...this year. So how can we get through this stage of the epidemic..... 1. Continue to have routines, and these may be different to the last few months, and even those of last year. We are creatures of habit, and find security in predictability. Create new routines. 2. Care for yourself, and set aside time each week for something to look forward to. This is so important and I cannot emphasize it enough. 3. Get fit, many people I see whom are tired, are lucky to walk 1 km a week. Strong muscles don’t happen by sitting down in front of a screen. Strong muscles definitely assist with giving you more energy and endurance in all parts of your life. Exercise for 30 minutes, four times a week. 4. Give yourself time to relax and sometimes to do nothing, you can’t go from Covid restrictions with nothing much on, to flat out normal life in a few weeks. Pay attention to how you are feeling, and do the things you want to and are able to. 5. Be aware of others expectations, and your own expectations, and don’t confuse the two. Be a little firmer this side of the Covid pandemic about boundaries, and looking after yourself. 6. Life is always changing, no one will start back in life in February 2020 .....go with the flow, we are ALL nearly in 2021. 7. Get good sleep, if you a struggling with this, see your Doctor. 8. Be positive ALWAYS __________________ Summary of Covid 25 zero days in a row! No cases recorded since last Tuesday’s health tip. No active cases left in Victoria _______________________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Photo - Blue Rock Dam, just 30 km north of Moe is a nice day trip in our area. You can kayak, fish or go for swim. There are walking tracks and a boat ramp. In 1992 a 2.4 megawatt hydroelectric generator was installed, that is linked to the national grid. This great photo was taken by Ange Jackson.

23.01.2022 Tuesday 27/10/20 Zero new cases today, No new deaths in Victoria. 87 Active cases left in Victoria (-4)... 15,000 tests No mystery or unknown cases. - 14 day average daily case count Metro 2.8 (-0.8.) Regional 0.2 - total active cases in Metro 85 (-4) Regional 2 (all in Shepparton) - unknown 14 day total case count is Metro 6 cases (-1) Regional zero. ZERO cases in all Gippsland council areas __________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Another great day, with 15,000 tests processed and Zero cases, it looks like the timing has been right to relax restrictions and allow us to get slowly back to normal. I have scaled back the statistics on this post now as everything is heading towards zero thankfully. Hopefully in one month we will be almost to zero active cases in Victoria. Health tip of the day - support your local businesses, it’s been a difficult year for everyone. Photo - on the top of Leongatha Memorial Hall there is this Statue, representing the sentiment of this week. Look up when you pass it next time. Photo credit - Joan Fawcett sent this great photo in.

22.01.2022 Sunday 1/11/20 Health tip of the day - Along with being sun smart, don’t forget about your eyes. Put on a pair of sunglasses when you are outside or driving, as UV light can damage your eyesight, and lead to cataracts forming. __________________________... Zero new cases today, with with a previous case reclassified to bring increase of -1 case to total. No new deaths 61 Active cases left in Victoria (-10) 16,000 tests No mystery or unknown cases. - 14 day average daily case count Metro 2.2 (-0.2) Regional ZERO - total active cases in Metro 61 (-10) Regional ZERO - unknown 14 day total case count is Metro 1 case (-1) Regional ZERO ZERO cases in all Gippsland council areas _________________________ Another good day , and so enables me to now change this post to a weekly health tip each Tuesday .... Tuesday’s Tip. I look forward to catching up with you all on Tuesday. __________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Photo - A lovely day in Gippsland today, showcasing our green rolling hills.

22.01.2022 Thursday 29/10/20 Health tip of the day - Most of us do not breathe deeply enough, only using the top 1/3 of our lungs to breath, hardly using any of our respiratory muscles, or opening up our airways properly. To keep our lungs in tiptop condition and good blood oxygen levels, try and take a few deep breaths every hour to get the air right down to the bases of the lungs. Lift up your shoulders, to fully inflate your lungs. When you exercise, it should be energetic enough,... so as to make you breathe a little faster and harder. __________________________ 3 new cases today, 1 reclassified increasing total by 2 cases. No new deaths 76 Active cases left in Victoria (-4) 24,000 tests One mystery or unknown case. - 14 day average daily case count Metro 2.4 (-0.3) Regional ZERO - total active cases in Metro 76 (-4) Regional ZERO - unknown 14 day total case count is Metro 4 cases (+1) Regional ZERO ZERO cases in all Gippsland council areas _________________________ The 3 cases today are under investigation, with one already in isolation when tested, and the other 2 are being investigated to determine if they are actually a new case, or will be reclassified. I would expect a few cases here and there, but everything is looking very positive with the Heath Department’s control of this virus, which is impressive given how infectious this virus is, and people who blatantly continue to do the wrong thing. Now we await the premiers to start to open up the borders to make Australia one again. I will keep this daily Covid update going for awhile, but will be winding it up soon after 8 months of daily posts, and replacing it with a weekly health tip. It is a good thing that we don’t need this daily post any longer. __________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Photo - Tiana Giardina sent this great photo of a sunset in Mirboo North

21.01.2022 Updated 11/1/21 PINNED POST FOR LOCAL TESTING CLINICS IN GIPPSLAND - If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! Link for getting tested locally ... LEONGATHA HOSPITAL DRIVE THROUGH At primary health entrance. Tuesday Thursday Friday.ph 5667 5555 for bookings 9-4.30pm TRARALGON HOSPITAL DRIVE THROUGH M-F from 9 am WONTHAGGI HOSPITAL (No Appt, no referral) M-F , 9-3pm Sat and Sunday 10-2pm Drive through clinic at the hospital car park. Stay in your car. No appointment needed, no referral needed 235 Graham Street Wonthaggi. BAIRNSDALE Bairnsdale Regional Health Service, 122 Day Street, Bairnsdale, drive-through, from 9am SALE - Central Gippsland Health Service, Sale Hospital emergency department from 9am ORBOST - Orbost regional health, 104 Boundary Rd. 9-10am. MOE - Kmart car park on Tuesday’s and Thursdays Drive through 9-11am. ____________________ RESPIRATORY CLINICS : MORWELL (Appt needed, no referral) M-F 9-5pm Sat 9-2pm https://www.hotdoc.com.au//the-healthcare-centre-m/doctors You can ring ph 5191 9321 to book as well if you can’t book online WONTHAGGI (Appt needed, no referral) 42 Murray Street. Monday - Fri 1-4.30 https://www.hotdoc.com.au//wonthaggi-respiratory-c/doctors WARRAGUL (Appt needed, no referral) 179 Normandy Street M-F 9-1pm https://www.hotdoc.com.au//warragul-respiratory-cl/doctors FOSTER ph 5682 2088 for appointments 9am - 1pm M-F SALE - Wellington Respiratory Clinic 12 Inglis Street, Sale. 9-5pm https://www.hotdoc.com.au//sale-VIC-3850/sale-resp/doctors BAIRNSDALE - Bairnsdale Respiratory Clinic 20 Forge Creek Rd https://www.hotdoc.com.au//bairnsdale-respiratory-/doctors __________________ PATHOLOGY COMPANIES: TRARALGON CLINICAL LABS (no appt, need referral) M-F 7.30am -3pm (closed 12.30-1pm) 10-12 Grey street, opposite McDonalds Ring GP for referral (to be faxed), no appointment necessary. DROUIN Australia Clinical labs - Drive through (Appt and referral needed) 79 Young Street DROUIN ph 5625 3355 7 days a week, M-F 8.30-3pm Sat 12-3pm Sunday 10-1pm GP to fax referral to 5625 5746 Link for getting tested locally _______________________________ If you have symptoms Get tested straight away. Stay at home until the results are back. DO NOT GO ANYWHERE. Not to the pharmacy, supermarket, work, or takeaway. UNTIL YOUR RESULTS ARE NEGATIVE. Stay at home even if your symptoms improve while waiting for your results. It is an offense to not isolate after being tested, you cannot afford, not to isolate. _______________________________

20.01.2022 Wednesday 28/10/20 2 new cases today, 1 reclassified increasing total by one case. 2 new aged care deaths in Victoria, added retrospectively from past weeks 80 Active cases left in Victoria (-7)... 25,000 tests NO mystery or unknown cases. - 14 day average daily case count Metro 2.7 (-0.1) Regional ZERO - total active cases in Metro 80 (-5) Regional ZERO - unknown 14 day total case count is Metro 3 cases (-3) Regional ZERO ZERO cases in all Gippsland council areas __________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Another great day, with 25,000 tests processed and only 2 cases, which were already in isolation as they were close contacts of current cases. Regional Victoria recording ZEROS in all statistics. It is interesting how the media have changed their tune, when only 4 days ago they were preaching doom and gloom and were extremely critical of the government. They are now happily say how wonderful Victoria is, beating this virus like no other country. We all now know how fickle this source of information is. Health tip of the day - with restrictions easing, it is time to book in some routine health appointments - like getting your eyes checked, and a dental visit. Our Eyes and teeth are very important. Look at our food, then eat it. Photo - Meeniyan, a lovely country town worth a visit,, a picturesque drive to get there with green rolling hills. Pop into one of the great cafes in the Main Street.

18.01.2022 Friday 9/10/20 A rise of 10 cases today, after 1 case was reclassified. No new deaths in Victoria.... ZERO cases in all Gippsland council areas Shire/Council break down of active cases, and diagnosis of last active case. Active cases. Last diagnosis Bass coast 0 (05/08/20) Baw Baw 0 (11/09/20) Latrobe 0. (17/09/20) S Gippsland 0 (06/09/20) Wellington 0 (21/08/20) East Gipps. 0 (25/09/20) Cumulative totals are Latrobe (57) Wellington (15) South Gippsland (11) Bass Coast (11), Baw Baw (15) East Gippsland (7) The health department is now reporting active cases in each council area, this may not be where the person resides, or where they acquired the infection. _________________ 10 (0) more cases since yesterday 6 cases from known outbreaks 5 cases under investigation 1 case reclassified. 20,257 cases of coronavirus have been diagnosed in Victoria since January 25. In the last 24 hours there is - - 1 new case that may indicate unknown/ community transmission - No change in cases in hospital (total 17) - No change in cases in intensive care (1) - 18 people have recovered overnight. - no new deaths (809 in total) - Total aged care deaths 643 - 5 less active cases in aged care residents (currently 45 active cases). - 9 less active cases in Healthcare Workers (currently 19 active cases) - 8 less active cases today in Victoria (195 in total) Active case numbers are New cases minus recovered cases minus deaths. - 16,000 tests have been completed in the last 24 hours in Victoria. - Metro 14 day average case count 9.4 (-0.3) with active cases at 191 unknown 14 day total case count is 12 (-2) - Regional Victoria 14 day average case count 0.4 (no change) with active cases at 4 (3 in Mitchell shire) unknown 14 day total case count 0 __________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Enjoy your weekend, use the wetter weather to relax, and when the sun comes out, you will have lots of energy to be active and get things done. Make a plan to do 2 things this weekend that you have been meaning to do, but haven’t had time to do, whether it be clean up that corner of the shed, tidy up that cupboard or walk around the block. Health tip - Drink plenty of water, especially with the colder weather which reduces your thirst. That will help with you energy levels. Photo - Arch Rock at Cape Liptrap, with a glimmer of a rainbow in the clouds. Cape Liptrap is near Walkerville and also has a lighthouse worth a visit. Photo credit - Kerry Tait sent this great photo in.

18.01.2022 Saturday 10/10/20 A rise of 12 cases today, after 2 cases were reclassified. No new deaths in Victoria....Continue reading

17.01.2022 Friday 8/1/21 Covid facts ZERO new locally acquired cases... 1 new cases from overseas in hotel quarantine 39 Active cases in Victoria.(28 local, 11 overseas) 23,000 tests ____________________________ Gippsland update - NO CHANGE Only the one case diagnosed on 1/1/21 at Leongatha, with no further cases in all of the Gippsland council areas. Exposure sites No new exposure sites have been added to the Gippsland area as per DHHS as of 8/1/21 at 8pm. The Last site added was the Bairnsdale to Caulfield V-line train on 30/12/20 at 12.45pm. DHHS has an up to date list of areas in Victoria that people with Covid visited prior to getting tested, and thought to be infectious https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/case-locations-and-outbreaks __________________________________ Another good day for Victoria, whom are continuing to show amazing results in getting this virus under control, one more zero day, and I think we can go back to a weekly update again. It’s going to be a great weekend, warm and sunny Ensure you drink plenty of water! ___________________________________ Get tested if you are even mildly unwell, go on, you doing it for your community!! Link for getting tested is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/150760278750224/posts/940843523075225/?d=n link for getting tested __________________________________ This great photo was taken by Chris Fleming of Lake Wellington near Sale.

15.01.2022 Sunday 11/10/20 A rise of 12 cases today. 1 new death in Victoria....Continue reading

13.01.2022 Thursday 15/10/20 A rise of 4 cases today. 2 cases reclassified. No new deaths in Victoria....Continue reading

13.01.2022 Friday 30/10/20 Health tip of the day - We are seeing a lot of rashes and irritated skin at the clinic, which are often a combination of factors including over drying of the skin due to soap, heating in our houses, which tends to dry out skin, and with spring and pollens, some allergy component. A basic plan would be to use a soap free wash in the shower, moisture once or twice daily with a simple moisturizer like Sorbolene. Soap free washes are available in the supermarket ...or pharmacy. If this is not working speak to your doctor or pharmacist for further advice. __________________________ 4 new cases today, 1 reclassified to bring the total to an increase of 3. No new deaths 80 Active cases left in Victoria (+4) 24,000 tests No mystery or unknown cases today. - 14 day average daily case count Metro 2.6 (+0.2) Regional ZERO - total active cases in Metro 80 (+4) Regional ZERO - unknown 14 day total case count is Metro 2 cases (-2) Regional ZERO ZERO cases in all Gippsland council areas _________________________ Another good day with hardly any cases, and large numbers of people being tested, with another 24,000 tests processed today. The cases today are all under investigation, with one already in isolation when tested, and the other cases are being investigated to determine if they are actually a new case, or will be reclassified. We look forward to seeing tomorrow’s figures and watching the numbers drop further. __________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Photo - Tanya Robins sent this great photo of a Mirboo North Lily at the Lyrebird Walk, which is a lovely walk just out of Mirboo North.

13.01.2022 Tuesday 13/10/20 A rise of 10 cases today. 2 cases reclassified. One new death in Victoria....Continue reading

12.01.2022 PINNED POST FOR LOCAL TESTING CLINICS IN GIPPSLAND - If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! Link for getting tested locally MOE DRIVE THROUGH (no appt, no referral) Kmart car park in Moe... Tuesday and Thursday 9-11am LEONGATHA HOSPITAL DRIVE THROUGH (Appt needed, no referral) At primary health entrance. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9.30-2.30pm new times Ph 5654 2777 to book (ring M-F to book with Medicare card) TRARALGON HOSPITAL DRIVE THROUGH (no appt, need referral) M-F 9am-12pm New clinic at Dorevitch pathology site. No appointment needed, Ring GP for referral (to be faxed) you can drive in, stay in your car, and get tested. TRARALGON CLINICAL LABS (no appt, need referral) M-F 7.30am -3pm (closed 12.30-1pm) 10-12 Grey street, opposite McDonalds Ring GP for referral (to be faxed), no appointment necessary. MORWELL (Appt needed, no referral) M-F 9-5pm Sat 9-2pm https://www.hotdoc.com.au//the-healthcare-centre-m/doctors You can ring ph 5191 9321 to book as well if you can’t book online WONTHAGGI (Appt needed, no referral) 42 Murray Street. Monday - Fri 1-5pm https://www.hotdoc.com.au//wonthaggi-respiratory-c/doctors WARRAGUL (Appt needed, no referral) 179 Normandy Street M-F 9-1pm https://www.hotdoc.com.au//warragul-respiratory-cl/doctors FOSTER ph 5682 2088 for appointments 9.30-5pm M-F WONTHAGGI HOSPITAL (No Appt, no referral) 7 days a week 9-5pm Drive through clinic at the hospital car park. Stay in your car. No appointment needed, no referral needed 235 Graham Street Wonthaggi. DROUIN Australia Clinical labs - Drive through (Appt and referral needed) 79 Young Street DROUIN ph 5625 3355 7 days a week, M-F 8.30-3pm Sat 12-3pm Sunday 10-1pm GP to fax referral to 5625 5746 Link for getting tested locally _______________________________ If you have symptoms Get tested straight away. Stay at home until the results are back. DO NOT GO ANYWHERE. Not to the pharmacy, supermarket, work, or takeaway. UNTIL YOUR RESULTS ARE NEGATIVE. Stay at home even if your symptoms improve while waiting for your results. It is an offense to not isolate after being tested, you cannot afford, not to isolate. _______________________________

12.01.2022 Sunday 4/10/20 A rise of 12 cases today. 1 new death in Victoria....Continue reading

12.01.2022 Saturday 24/10/20 An increase of 6 cases, after 1 reclassified today. No new deaths in Victoria today.... ZERO cases in all Gippsland council areas _________________ 6 (+5) cases added today since yesterday, - 1 reclassified - 6 cases are linked to current outbreaks - 1 under investigation 20,336 cases of coronavirus have been diagnosed in Victoria since January 25. In the last 24 hours there is - - 2 cases that may indicate unknown/ community transmission. - No change in cases in hospital (total - No cases in intensive care - 8 people have recovered overnight. - No new deaths (817 in total) - Total aged care deaths 649 (0) - No change in cases in aged care residents (currently 5 active cases). - No change in cases in Healthcare Workers (currently 7 active cases) - 2 less active cases today in Victoria (98 in total) Active case numbers are New cases minus recovered cases minus deaths. - 17,000 tests have been completed in the last 24 hours in Victoria. - Metro 14 day average case count 5.0 (-0.5) with active cases at 96 (-2) unknown 14 day total case count is 10 (0) - Regional Victoria 14 day average case count 0.2 (-0.1) with active cases at 2, With 2 cases in Shepparton unknown 14 day total case count 0 __________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ A big week of testing with nearly 114,000 tests processed. The average daily case counts are falling with now a 14 day average daily case count at 5.0 and the 7 day one at 2.7. There will be a few more cases over the coming days, associated with the current clusters, testing positive, then it will settle down as all the previous outbreaks have. With the average metro daily case count at 5.0 and only 98 active cases in the whole of Victoria, things are looking good. It will be good to see the restrictions easing over the coming weeks. Photo - Kilcunda, between Wonthaggi and Phillip Island, has a great rail trail, and some magnificent views. Photo credit - Kylie Cannizzo sent this great photo in.

12.01.2022 Saturday 9/1/21 Covid facts ZERO new locally acquired cases... 1 new cases from overseas in hotel quarantine 40 Active cases in Victoria.(28 local, 12 overseas) 28,000 tests ____________________________ Gippsland update - NO CHANGE Only the one case diagnosed on 1/1/21 at Leongatha, with no further cases in all of the Gippsland council areas. Exposure sites No new exposure sites have been added to the Gippsland area as per DHHS as of 9/1/21 at 8pm. . DHHS has an up to date list of areas in Victoria that people with Covid visited prior to getting tested, and thought to be infectious https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/case-locations-and-outbreaks __________________________________ Three zero days in a row. . How good is that! So I can go back to a weekly update again as Victoria got this latest outbreak under control in 8 days. See you Tuesday for Tuesday’s Health tip It’s going to be a continue to be warm and sunny Ensure you have hats and sunscreen readily available and reapply about 1pm if you are outside. ___________________________________ Get tested if you are even mildly unwell, go on, you doing it for your community!! Link for getting tested is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/150760278750224/posts/940843523075225/?d=n link for getting tested __________________________________ Photo - Kilkunda, between Wonthaggi and Phillip Island has a great walk to Punchbowl rd - The George Bass Coastal Walk. You must do this walk at least one time.

11.01.2022 Thursday 8/10/20 A rise of 10 cases today, after 1 case was reclassified. No new deaths in Victoria.... ZERO cases in all Gippsland council areas Shire/Council break down of active cases, and diagnosis of last active case. Active cases. Last diagnosis Bass coast 0 (05/08/20) Baw Baw 0 (11/09/20) Latrobe 0. (17/09/20) S Gippsland 0 (06/09/20) Wellington 0 (21/08/20) East Gipps. 0 (25/09/20) Cumulative totals are Latrobe (57) Wellington (15) South Gippsland (11) Bass Coast (11), Baw Baw (15) East Gippsland (7) The health department is now reporting active cases in each council area, this may not be where the person resides, or where they acquired the infection. _________________ 10 (6) more cases since yesterday 6 cases from known outbreaks 5 cases under investigation 1 case reclassified. 20,247 cases of coronavirus have been diagnosed in Victoria since January 25. In the last 24 hours there is - - 2 new cases that may indicate unknown/ community transmission - 1 more case in hospital (total 17) - 1 less case in intensive care (1) - 12 people have recovered overnight. - no new deaths (809 in total) - Total aged care deaths 643 - 8 less active cases in aged care residents (currently 50 active cases). - 1 less active cases in Healthcare Workers (currently 25 active cases) - 3 less active cases today in Victoria (203 in total) Active case numbers are New cases minus recovered cases minus deaths. - 15,000 tests have been completed in the last 24 hours in Victoria. - Metro 14 day average case count 9.7 (-0.2) with active cases at 199 unknown 14 day total case count is 14 - Regional Victoria 14 day average case count 0.4 (0.1) with active cases at 4 (3 in Mitchell shire) unknown 14 day total case count 0 __________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ It’s a long waiting game for this Covid pandemic to peter out. While we had a significant and fast rise in July as the numbers went from 10 cases a day to over 700 a day in only a few weeks, it takes much longer to mop up the last few ones in the community, and stop them spreading further. As seen by the Chadstone cluster now up to 35 cases, and spread from Frankston to Kilmore, the restrictions and metro boundaries are there to protect us all. Health tip - ring or contact a friend or family member that could be feeling lonely, make them smile Photo - beautiful Boolarra, so picturesque, a photographers dream. Photo credit - Ange Jackson sent this great photo in.

11.01.2022 Tuesday 10/11/20 Health tip of the day - Christmas is coming, whether we are ready or not. This year ensure you support local businesses and purchase gifts or gift cards locally. They are the ones that are always there, and often sponsor local events or clubs. Sit down and do some planning by the end of this week, and you will find the Christmas time so much more enjoyable, as well as the next few weeks.... Keep drinking lots of water with the warmer weather. Pack a drink bottle each day. __________________ Summary of Covid 11 zero days in a row! No cases recorded since last Tuesday’s health tip. Only 4 active cases left in Victoria _______________________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Photo - Dianna Alweyn sent this great photo of Darby River at Wilson’s Promontory. Always a great place for photos, walks, and getting back to nature.

11.01.2022 Monday 12/10/20 A rise of 14 cases today. 1 case reclassified. No new deaths in Victoria....Continue reading

10.01.2022 Monday 5/10/20 A rise of 11 cases today, after 2 cases were reclassified and added onto the 9 new cases. No new deaths in Victoria....Continue reading

10.01.2022 Tuesday 17/11/20 Look after your body, now is the time to do the right thing by ourselves. I saw an interesting quote today which is so relevant Your body will be around a lot longer than that expensive handbag (or work, or car, or anything really) invest in yourself. ... You have to invest in yourself, no one can do it for you, not your doctor, partner, family or friends. You are solely responsible...... to start now, and to do it properly. We all know what to do. Just do it. Sleep, eat, exercise, work, relax and enjoy yourself, in the right way, every time. Saying I will do it later, is never right, you cannot turn back time. Start being the best you can, right now. __________________ Summary of Covid 18 zero days in a row! No cases recorded since last Tuesday’s health tip. Only 3 active cases left in Victoria _______________________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Photo - we all love Gippsland!

07.01.2022 Saturday 3/10/20 A rise of 6 cases today in Victoria , with 2 cases reclassified from the 8 new cases. 3 new deaths in Victoria....Continue reading

06.01.2022 Saturday 31/10/20 Health tip of the day - The warmer weather gets us all outside, but now is the time to ensure you have sunscreen by the back door, in the car, and better still part of your morning routine to apply daily. Ensure to apply to the back of your hands as well. Make less work for me in the future, by reducing your chance of getting a skin cancer. ... __________________________ EDIT: NO NEW CASES TODAY AFTER REVIEW FOUND THE ONE CASE TODAY A FALSE POSITIVE ...ZERO DAY 1 new case today, 1 reclassified to bring NO increase in case numbers. No new deaths 71 Active cases left in Victoria (-9) 20,000 tests No mystery or unknown cases, and 2 previous cases have been removed due to links with outbreaks found. - 14 day average daily case count Metro 2.4 (-0.2) Regional ZERO - total active cases in Metro 71 (-9) Regional ZERO - unknown 14 day total case count is Metro 2 cases (no change) Regional ZERO ZERO cases in all Gippsland council areas _________________________ Another good day with cases are being investigated to determine if they are actually a new case, or will be reclassified. No wonder Dan took a break today, all is under control. __________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Photo - Joan Fawcett sent this great photo of a Woolamai Beach, at Phillip Island.

05.01.2022 Tuesday’s Health Tip 12/1/21 Call or text someone today, that might appreciate the social contact. Just because we are not isolating at home anymore, doesn’t mean everyone is fine. Signs your friends and family might be struggling are - they loose interest in the things they used to enjoy, less talkative, more tired/lacking in energy, more withdrawn, being more negative in actions or words, being irritable, or quick to anger. Do not just withdraw from them, this is the time t...hey need your support more. Contact them, invite them out, will all go such a long way to making someone’s life better. ___________________________ Covid update Hand Hygiene, Masks and Social Distancing keeps us safe. Victoria is setting a fantastic example to the other states....6 zero days for Local cases for Victoria! Get tested if you are even mildly unwell, go on, you doing it for your community!! Link for getting tested is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/150760278750224/posts/940843523075225/?d=n ___________________________ Photo - Wilson’s Promontory, ensure you visit for a walk or two this month.

05.01.2022 Friday 16/10/20 Two new cases today.. No new deaths in Victoria....Continue reading

04.01.2022 Monday 26/10/20 Zero new cases today, and with 2 cases from past days reclassified. No new deaths in Victoria. ZERO cases in all Gippsland council areas ... _________________ 2 cases removed from the total number of cases today, after 2 cases were reclassified. 20,341 cases of coronavirus have been diagnosed in Victoria since January 25. In the last 24 hours there is - - 1 less case that may indicate unknown/ community transmission, due to reclassification. - No change in cases in hospital (total 7) - No cases in intensive care - 7 people have recovered overnight. - No new deaths (817 in total) - Total aged care deaths 649 (0) - no change in cases in aged care residents (currently 4 active cases). - 2 less cases in Healthcare Workers (currently 6 active cases) - 9 less active cases today in Victoria (91 in total) Active case numbers are New cases minus recovered cases minus deaths. - 14,000 tests have been completed in the last 24 hours in Victoria. - Metro 14 day average case count 3.6 (-1.0) with active cases at 89 (-9) unknown 14 day total case count is 7 (-2) - Regional Victoria 14 day average case count 0.2 with active cases at 2, With 2 cases in Shepparton unknown 14 day total case count 0 __________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Zero new cases finally! Our patience has paid off, and the one important restriction to be lifted, is the ring of steel on November 8, to reunite Victorians again. We are all certainly looking forward to that. I hope there are many more zero days to come. Health tip of the day - I think one of the most important things for a long and active life, is to have a daily exercise program. This is the best way to add good years to your life. Walking is an easy exercise you can do, low impact, free and you only need a good pair of walking shoes. Better than any medicine. Photo - sunset in Mirboo North Photo credit - Kylie Cannizzo sent this great photo in.

04.01.2022 Tuesday 6/10/20 A rise of 13 cases today, after 2 cases were reclassified. No new deaths in Victoria....Continue reading

03.01.2022 Wednesday 7/10/20 A rise of 4 cases today, after 2 cases were reclassified. 1 new death in Victoria....Continue reading

01.01.2022 Tuesday 3/11//20 Health tip of the day - Iodine is a trace mineral in our diets which is important for metabolism, thyroid, brain and bone health. It is found in seafood, salt (with iodine added), seaweed/kelp products and some vegetables. In intensive farming, the produce is often lacking iodine, hence the popularity of seaweed fertilizers for home vege gardens. The main symptom of iodine deficiency is thyroid dysfunction. If you need further information please speak to yo...ur health professional. __________________ Summary of Covid Four zero days in a row! Only 38 active cases left in Victoria The last time we had this number was March 19. Coincidentally that was around the time I began the daily Covid post, and so it has been a good time to retire that post. It will only get better from here. How many zero days will there be by next Tuesday. _______________________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Photo - Vicki Hams sent in this great photo of Venus Bay.

01.01.2022 Tuesday’s Health tip 1/12/20 Medications are prescribed to you for specific reasons and conditions. You should never change the dose or stop them, without a health professional’s advice. The internet is a great source of information, but cannot take the place of individual tailored advice from the doctor that knows why the medication was prescribed for you, and the way the medication works on your body. Doctors and pharmacists have many years of university training, as well ...as a significant amount of experience to ensure that medications optimize your health, and minimise the harm they may cause. - Take your medications exactly as directed - Never ever share medications with others - Always keep medications in a secure place - if you have questions or any concerns please talk to your doctor to tailor a plan that will suit you and your medical history - Your Pharmacist is part of your health team, and will provide you with any information you require about your medications. __________________ Summary of Covid 32 zero days in a row! No cases recorded since last Tuesday’s health tip. No active cases left in Victoria _______________________________ If you have any respiratory symptoms GET TESTED!! _______________________________ Link for getting tested locally is pinned to the top of the Mirboo North Medical Centre Facebook page. _______________________________ Photo - we all love Gippsland, and especially Mirboo North.

01.01.2022 Wednesday 14/10/20 A rise of 6 cases today. 1 case reclassified. 5 new deaths in Victoria....Continue reading