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New Street Medical Centre

Locality: Brighton, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9595 9777

Address: 393 New Street 3186 Brighton, VIC, Australia

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

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23.01.2022 For every dad, carer or grandparent we love, staying apart today for Father’s Day is going to be hard. But we can still make a big deal of our dads and carers in small ways that mean a lot. Because dad jokes are just as funny, and sometimes not, over phone or videocalls. Gifts we have delivered or a handwritten note in the mail, will mean a lot. And of course, there’s the special ways we remember the dads we've lost. We hope all these special men enjoy being spoilt today and hopefully we can all see our families soon! Now more than ever it’s the thought that counts, so let’s thank our dads and carers a little differently this year. Because staying apart, keeps us together. www.vic.gov.au/coronavirus

23.01.2022 Today is "R U OK?" day, and in the current climate, more and more of us are less than okay. Today is a day to put any personal judgement aside and reach out to friends, family, colleagues, neighbors even people we don't know very well! Pick up a phone, drop an email or text or if you are lucky enough ask in person.... Today is a day to reconnect and check in. Its ok to not be ok and if NSMC can help in anyway, please let us know!

22.01.2022 Ok... LET’S DO A RECAP YOU LEGENDS! Firstly we have 4 active cases... in the whole state... 4! We’ve had 9 days in a row of double doughnuts ... Ok, the changes: From 11.59pm tonight: * The 25km travel limit is gone! * Metro and regional are one again! The ring of steel is gone! * 2 adults from different households and their dependents can visit you at home. * Hospitality increases to 40 people inside and 80 people outside. * Funerals can now have 20 people inside and 50 people outside * Gyms are open. 20 people per Venue, 10 people per space * Indoor venues can open! 20 people per venue * Cinemas can open! Capacity restrictions. * Workforce caps on meat, poultry and seafood industries are removed. * Faith gatherings can increase to 50 outside 20 inside * Partners can now have maternity visits. * Care facility visits can now happen. One family can visit a loved one for 2 hours. Then more changes will come in from midnight the 22nd of November of everything goes to plan: * Private gatherings will be 10 visitors to your home from different households * Hospitality cap will go to 100 people inside and 200 people outside. (With distance restrictions) * Gyms will go upto 100 people in groups of 20 * Indoors sport will be 100 on groups of 20 * Most indoor venues will go to 100 people grouped into 20 people. * 50 people can gather in public * Real estate wil go to 20 people with auctions being 50 * Weddings will go to 100 people * Funerals will go to 100 people Importantly - what still remains: *If you can work from home you must work from home. * Mandatory - you must still wear your masks everywhere. That’s pretty much it. If I’ve missed anything important pop it in the comments and I’ll edit the post once I confirm it. Please check the DHHS website for confirmation on any questions. WELL DONE MELBOURNE AND REGIONAL VICTORIA! We did this We did what some said was impossible!

22.01.2022 HIGH risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma forecast tomorrow for parts of Victoria. There are high levels of pollen, combining with severe thunderstorm forecasts in Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country and South West districts. If you have asthma or hay fever, plan ahead and have your asthma medication on hand.... Stay up-to-date and visit VicEmergency: http://go.vic.gov.au/x8Kfj6

22.01.2022 New restrictions from midnight Onwards and upwards

21.01.2022 Mental Health Matters Our mental health influences how we think, feel, and behave in our daily lives. It also affects our ability to manage stress, build relationships, and recover from life's unexpected challenges and setbacks. Now more than ever should we be spending extra time nurturing our mental health. In light of the current circumstances, the Federal Government is offering 10 additional sessions of psychological treatment under Medicare, to support Victorians whose m...ental health has been further challenged by COVID-19. If you are feeling any (or more) of the following: Anger Anxiety Loneliness Overwhelmed Stressed You may benefit from a Mental Health Care Plan. If you already have a Mental Health Care Plan in place you will now have access to a total of 20 sessions of psychological treatment under Medicare. To access the additional sessions please book in with your regular GP for a Mental Health Care Plan review. If you do not have a Mental Health Care Plan, but feel you would benefit from having one, please also book in with your GP and they will arrange one for you. To book please call 9595 9777. Stay well and take care.

20.01.2022 Home stretch! Well done to everyone doing the right thing Tonight will be the last night of the curfew. Prep to Grade 6 will return to the classroom from October 12th. ... The limit of one person per household per day being able to leave to shop for essential supplies will be dropped from Monday. The two-hour limit on exercise remains in place, but Melburnians can now exercise within a 5-kilometre radius of their workplace, rather than just within a 5km radius of their home. Childcare open for all In home child minding permitted - one career VCE students return from 5 October Outdoor pools are being opened with strict conditions. Care facilities and hospitals - 1 visitor allowed per patient 2 hours per day Weddings a limit of 5. https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/statement-from-the-premier-2

20.01.2022 We hope all the kids returning to school today have a wonderful day! Not long to go for those in year 8-10! (they return later in October) We also hope all the parents who are home with an empty house are enjoying themselves too! Feel free to share a photo of your little ones at school today

18.01.2022 New Street Medical Centre is very excited to welcome back Dr. Taryn Lurie from extended leave. Dr Lurie will be consulting on Tuesday and Thursday mornings commencing Thursday 5th November. All patients and staff will be very happy to see Dr Lurie working again at the clinic!

18.01.2022 COVID-19 Update We ask that you wear a mask when entering the clinic. All our Doctors are able to offer Telehealth Consultations and Face to Face appointments if you require. Patients will be screened prior to any clinic appointments.... Please book online or call reception to discuss 9595 9777. APPOINTMENT SERVICES New Street Medical Centre will continue to offer telehealth consultations and face to face appointments as required. All patients can book a telehealth appointment with their usual Doctor online through HOTDOC or call the medical centre to request a telephone consultation. Please note that Medicare has changed its bulk billing rules for telehealth consultations commencing 1st of October 2020 due to these changes we will be changing our billing policies for telephone consults. Our fees for telephone consultations are as follows $75 for a Standard Phone Consultation (15 mins), with a $38.75 rebate payable by Medicare; $133 for a Long Phone Consult (30 mins), with a $75.05 rebate payable by Medicare; Our fees for face to face consultations are as follows $90 for a Standard Consultation (15 mins), with a $38.75 rebate payable by Medicare; $173 for a Long Consult (30 mins), with a $75.05 rebate payable by Medicare; During your telephone consultation if the Doctor determines that you require a face to face appointment, this will be arranged during the phone call. You will only be charged for the face to face consultation and the normal fees will apply. SCRIPTS AND REFERRALS All repeat prescription and referral requests will be completed during a telehealth appointment. Our online script and referral request via HOTDOC has been disabled temporarily.

16.01.2022 DRIVING TO EXERCISE - NOT PERMITTED It has come to Police attention that there is some misunderstanding in relation to whether or not it is permitted, under Stage 4 restrictions, to drive to a park within 5km of your home for exercise. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, travelling in a vehicle to exercise is NOT permitted. Examples of exceptions to this rule apply if it is not reasonably practicable to exercise without driving somewhere, such as mob...ility. Police are patrolling to ensure that everyone is complying with the restrictions For further information about the restrictions and how they apply to sport and exercise please visit https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/sport-and-exercise-metropolitan

15.01.2022 Get ready for COVID-19 vaccinations and take these 3 simple steps today: 1. Create a myGov account and link Medicare 2. Check your contact details for Medicare are up to date... 3. Know how to view your immunisation history statement We’re here to help! Read more about what you can do to get ready for the COVID-19 vaccines on our website. https://www.facebook.com/486290621414640/posts/3917237111653290/?d=n

14.01.2022 DONORS NEEDED: The Australian Red Cross is calling out for 30,000 blood donations a week, amid a nationwide shortage. All blood types are needed, and donation centres are COVID-safe, with strict social distancing, temperature checks, and regular cleaning. More info: https://www.donateblood.com.au/

13.01.2022 UPDATE: COVID Exposure sites. Melbourne Central between 2pm and 5pm on 8 November Terminal 4 of Melbourne airport on 9 November between 12pm and 1pm ... If you have symptoms, no matter how mild, you should immediately get tested and stay home. More information about getting tested: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/where-get-tested-covid-19 The locations on this list are not a current risk to the public you may continue to visit them in line with current restrictions. For the full list of high risk locations from the last 14 days, visit: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/case-locations-and-outbreaks

12.01.2022 Congratulations we’re almost there! Thank you for everyone’s hard work. A big BIG thank you to our reception, nursing, pathology, medical and allied health teams for all that they have had to endure. Thank you patients for adhearing to our policies and changing systems. As of tomorrow at midnight there are new changes and the changes within the practice will also be announced...

12.01.2022 Bayside COVID-19 testing site now open! Sandringham Hospital Ph 9076 1000. Located in the rear of the front car park - No prior booking is required... 193 Bluff Road, SANDRINGHAM VIC https://www.google.com//data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x550d29de0880 It is open all days (Monday to Sunday) from 9:00am to 5:00pm. Check your symptoms - you may have coronavirus (COVID-19) if you have any of the following: fever, chills or sweats, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, runny nose and loss of sense of smell or taste. Get tested at a nearby testing location if you have any of the symptoms. Return home immediately after testing.

10.01.2022 Stage 4 restrictions from 11.59pm - 20th August Announcement that all Farmers Markets are Cancelled until further notice.

08.01.2022 From 11th October, all Victorians must wear a fitted face mask when they leave home, not matter where they live. As restrictions hopefully ease and movement increases, the effectiveness of a face mask is even more important. You must wear a fitted face mask that covers the nose and mouth. This means that face shields, bandanas, or scarves or loose snoods, loose buffs or loose neck gaiters on their own will no longer be considered a sufficient face covering.... All patients entering our practice are required to be wearing a face mask. https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/face-masks-vic-covid-19

08.01.2022 Coronavirus fragments have been detected in a wastewater catchment that services suburbs in Melbourne’s south east and a catchment that services Melbourne’s west. Anyone with COVID-19 symptoms, no matter how mild, is urged to get tested, especially if you live in or have visited these areas during these dates: 21 to 25 March: ... Beaconsfield Berwick Clyde North Cranbourne East Cranbourne North Guys Hill Hallam Hampton Park Harkaway Narre Warren Narre Warren North Narre Warren South Officer Upper Beaconsfield 22 to 29 March: Hoppers Crossing Tarneit Truganina Werribee Fragments of the virus detected in wastewater may be due to a person with COVID-19 being in the early active infectious phase or it could be because someone is continuing to shed the virus after the early infectious period. Further information about the wastewater testing program can be found at https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/wastewater-testing-covid-19

05.01.2022 The Department of Health and Victoria’s Chief Health Officer are urging parents and carers to keep young children at home if they are unwell, after a rise in outbreaks of viral gastroenteritis (also known as gastro) in childcare centres. Viral gastroenteritis is highly infectious. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, fever, abdominal pain, headache and muscle aches. Symptoms can take up to three days to develop and usually last between one or two days, sometimes long...er. Infants or children in childcare or school, as well as staff, who develop vomiting or diarrhoea should stay at home until at least 48 hours after their symptoms have stopped, as they will still be infectious. If symptoms are severe or they persist, or you are concerned, please call 9595 9777. Anyone recovering from gastroenteritis should avoid visiting hospitals, childcare centres and aged care facilities to avoid spreading the infection to those most vulnerable. Any person living in a household with someone who has gastroenteritis should also refrain from visiting these high-risk facilities until at least 48 hours after the last person in the household has recovered. To learn more about gastroenteritis, view RCH Kids Health Information fact sheet here: https://bit.ly/3l2CD86

05.01.2022 Ok, let’s do a recap! The rules from 11.59 pm tonight are. *We now have a 25km radius to be able to travel within from our homes. *There is no limit on how long you can leave your house to exercise and socialise. ... *Groups of ten from two households can now gather outside *Tennis, skate parks and golf are open. *hairdressers are open! *non essential outdoor home maintenance can now happen. *outdoor photography will be allowed! Yay! *Auctions are open and can have a maximum of 10 people. *outdoor pools can open for 30 people *indoor pools can open for one on one hydrotherapy *solo car washing and automated car washing opens back up *full return of allied health * You can still not go into other peoples houses. Then, from Sunday the 1st of November: *4 reasons to leave home removed! *Retail and hospo will open back up! *you can have 2 adults and their dependents visit your house, but only one group a day. *Max 10 people at wedding *Max 20 people at funerals If I’ve missed anything please add it in the comments and I’ll add it in. There is a chance the 1st of November can be bought forward if the numbers stay low this week and the story behind those cases can be explained and contained. Hey Melbs, you have done so well! Thank you to everyone who has sacrificed so this can happen

01.01.2022 Right now we get to move into a new phase of Covid normal... At NSMC we are proud of how far Victoria has come and we thank all our staff equally for all that has been achieved. Thank you to Nurses all around the world...... Below is a video from Arizona Nurses and working in the ICU... https://www.nytimes.com//op/covid-icu-nurses-arizona.html