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Nies Health Centre

Locality: California Gully, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 5446 1220

Address: 326 Eaglehawk Road 3556 California Gully, VIC, Australia

Website: http://nies-health.business.site

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25.01.2022 Dr Nies is off to a confrence tomorrow, and will not be back at work until Monday 20th November, during this time Dr Chan and Dr King will still be in the surgery and opening hours will remain the same. Hope everyone is enjoying the warmer days as they approach, and always remember to be Sun Smart

23.01.2022 We would like to welcome our newest receptionist, Liz, who starts today :)

22.01.2022 Nies Health Centre will now be offering appointments also on Friday afternoons. Dr King will be extending her hours on Tuesday and Thursday. Please note Dr Andrea Nies will be away as of the 25 September for 2 weeks but her patients can see by Dr Chan or Dr King for appointments. Pleas note also Dr Chan and Dr King only bulk bill pensioners or children under 16 years of age We also welcome Taryn Haughton as our new medical receptionist - on Tuesdays and Fridays

22.01.2022 Today is 'Teal Ribbon Day', to raise awareness of ovarian cancer. It is estimated there will be 1580 new cases of ovarian cancer diagnosed in 2017 and 1047 deaths from ovarian cancer. For more info head to:... http://ovariancancer.net.au/ See more

21.01.2022 Spring is just around the corner. People tend to leave till the last moment Hay fever and spring asthma issues until they are suffering badly. However, August is a good time to see your doctor to get preventative advice and an asthma review to stop the "tissues: and "puffing". Bendigo has one of the worst rates of hay fever and asthma in the country and it is only going to get worse.

20.01.2022 Great news!!! The shingles vaccine, Zostavax, is now provided free of charge to people aged 70 years. There will also be a five year catch-up program for people aged 71 79 years. Shingles is a painful blistering rash caused by reactivation of the varicella zoster virus the same virus that causes chickenpox. Causing inflammation of the nerves and sometimes severe and prolonged pain in the affected region. Vaccination with Zostavax can help prevent Shingles.... Call the clinic today on 5446 1220 to arrange an appointment for your free ZOSTAVAX immunisation :)

18.01.2022 Is it too late to have the flu shot??? If you have not noticed, not only has the weather been very cold, but flu season has definitely hit Bendigo very Hard! Even some nursing homes are "Shut Down" to visitors. But it isn't too late to have the flu shot if you haven't already had it. Especially if you have a history of heart disease, asthma, emphysema, going overseas or do not want to miss work?, previous cancer, or over 65 years of age.... It takes 2 weeks for the flu shot to work, however the flu season does not end until October!!! Feel free to ring our friendly staff or talk to your doctor next time you are in.

18.01.2022 From all of us at Nies Health we wish everyone a very merry christmas!! The clinic is now closed and will reopen on Wednesday at 8.30. For urgent after hours care call the clinic on 54461220 and listen to the message for further instructions.

18.01.2022 Today is World Lymphoma awareness day. Lymphoma is a blood cancer affecting white blood cells that develops in the lymphatic system. Theres two main types of Lymphoma: Hodgkin Lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. Lymphoma is the most common blood cancer and the most common cause of blood cancer death. Lymphoma is the 5th most common cause of cancer in Australia. Hodgkin Lymphoma is one of the most treatable types of lymphoma, especially if it is treated in early stage disea...se. Possible risk factors: * Immunodeficiency: post transplant immunosuppression, HIV/AIDS, congenital/primary immunodeficiency, autoimmune diseases, * Infectious Organisms: Epstein-Barr virus, Helicobater Pylori, Human T-lymphotrophic virus types I/II, Hepatitis C, Human herpesvirus 8. * Occupational & Environmental Toxins: Pesticides, herbicides and agricultural exposures. * Medical Procedures & Medical History: Blood transfusions. * Lifestyle factors: Diet, exercise. * Reproductive & Hormonal Factors. Possible symptoms include: * Painless lymph node enlargement. * Fevers, night sweats, tiredness and weight loss. * Widespread itching. * Nausea, vomiting and abdo pain. * Shortness of breath, cough. * Headaches, vision changes, seizures. * Anaemia. For more information go to www.lymphoma.org.au

18.01.2022 The Minister for health announced today that from next term students aged 15 - 19 years old will be eligible for a FREE meningococcal W vaccination. Meningococcal W cases have significantly increased across Australia recently. Meningococcal bacteria are passed from person to person by regular, close contact and teenagers are at increased risk of the disease. Meningococcal develops very quickly and 5-10% of cases result in death. For more info on Meningococcal go to...... http://www.meningococcal.org.au/new-page-1/

17.01.2022 Today is Julies turn... Position: Fill in receptionist. What do you enjoy most about your position: Getting to know the patients & working with awesome people.... Do you have any pets: I've got 3 cows, not your usual everyday pets. What do you do for fun/hobbies: Go to the footy & barrack for the mighty Bombers, I also love watching the V8 supercars. Favourite food: Turkish Kitchen followed by Cold Rock for dessert. Favourite movie: Dirty Dancing. Footy team: The mighty Bombers! Next week Rhonda will be back and it will be her turn, keep an eye out...

17.01.2022 2017 Fluvax will hopefully be delivered to the clinic very soon. The flu vaccine is recommended for everyone from six months of age but is available for free for the following groups: * People aged 65 and over.... * Aboriginal and Torres Strait people aged six months of age to less than five years old. * Aboriginal and Torres Strait people who are aged 15 years and over. * Pregnant women. * People aged six months and over with medical conditions such as severe asthma, lung or heart disease, low immunity or diabetes that can lead to complications from influenza. For more info go to: http://www.immunise.health.gov.au//Cont/immunise-influenza

16.01.2022 Has the acronym "NDIS" Got you confused? You are not alone, however I have good news, I attended a seminar about it today and got my head around it a little better! If you aren't sure what the NDIS rollout means for you, call up during business hours and I will explain it a little better for you :-) - Patrick.

13.01.2022 Our growing picture wall :)

13.01.2022 Fun post Sunday time! Rebel, Yoda, Cleo, Hilda and Roxy have been and had their first ever Santa photo today, they loved it! Enjoy - Patrick.

11.01.2022 The department of health have issued a warning in regards to mozzies and Ross River virus in Victoria. For more information head to https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/campaigns/beat-the-bite

11.01.2022 About Dr Chan and Dr King Dr Teddy Chan and Dr Charmaine King have come over from Quarry Hill to help ease the work load for Andrea. Teddy and Charmaine are a husband/ wife team who have been working as a team in Bendigo since the 1990's and both graduated from Monash university.... Dr Chan will be working Monday-Friday, and Dr King on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Unfortunately we will no longer be able to offer a Late Clinic on a Thursday Night, for more information about clinic open hours, please see the photo at the Top of the Nies Health Centre Facebook page. A Tip from Dr Chan: The Secret to Fried Rice: Fried rice needs sesame seed oil and spring onions to be genuine. Stir Fried rice in small batched with a long pair of large chopsticks to get an even flavor.

11.01.2022 We hope everyone has a great long weekend. If you need urgent after hours care over the weekend call the clinic on 5446 1220.

10.01.2022 This week is brain awareness week. For more info head to http://brainfoundation.org.au/

09.01.2022 Welcome to the world Charlotte Poppy Salau. Born 6th July at 5.52am. Weighing 7 pounds. Charlene and Bub doing well

08.01.2022 All the staff at Nies Health Centre would like to thank everyone for their patience over the last few and coming weeks, with many changes occurring. In the last few weeks we have welcomed Dr Andrew Chan and Dr Charmian King to our practice, as well as their patients. Due to the influx of patients transferring from Dr Chan and Dr King's old practice we are unable to accept any new patients to the clinic.... We have also had alterations to the hours the clinic is open, and what days and times each of our doctors are available. For any questions, please feel free to give as a call during the new Clinic Hours.

05.01.2022 2017 Fluvax supply is expected to arrive in mid April. Give us a call on 5446 1220 after Easter to book an appointment for yours :)

05.01.2022 This week we said goodbye to our Practice Nurse Caitlyn. It was sad to see her leave but wish her the best in her next adventure whatever that may be. In the short time that she was here she did an amazing job, especially as she was thrown in at the deep end to begin with. Her help at reception will be missed, Rhonda in particular will miss the coffee deliveries

05.01.2022 13 more sleeps!!

04.01.2022 Starting today we will have staff member of the week so you can get to know some of our staff members a little better. First up is Charlene. Position: Practice Nurse... What do you enjoy most about your position: Getting to know all the wonderful patients. Tell us about your family: I live with my spunky husband, Joel. My parents live locally and they are amazing, always helping us when we need. And I have two younger brothers. Do you have any pets: We have a dog called Minnie (photo attached) who we love way too much and who is very spoilt! What do you do for fun/hobbies: I enjoy anything crafty. Such as sewing, cross stitch, knitting, crocheting etc. I also enjoy doing things in our garden. Favourite food: Chicken. Favourite movie: The Best of Me. Footy team: Collingwood. Look out next Monday for our next staff member, Julie :)

02.01.2022 Andrea heads off to Moree again tomorrow for two weeks. She will be back at the clinic on Tuesday 2nd of August. Don't worry though...we will have a locum Dr covering her from Wednesday. Call us on 5446 1220 if you need an appointment :)

01.01.2022 Yay!! Andrea is back today. If you need an appointment call us on 5446 1220 :)

01.01.2022 It is that time of the year again where people suffer hay fever and asthma due to Spring. We have also been very busy with lots of people suffering the flu but thankfully this is all over. A recent journal article is in the conversation, a well known evidence based website says too many people are using Ventolin (salbutamol) frequently. The article concludes that this is alarming, suggesting that there are many people at risk of uncontrolled asthma.... In the next few months with spring being upon us, we will be asking our patients about their asthma and what they use - unfortunately a lot of people are unaware that they should have spirometry (lung function tests) if they suffer from regular and frequent asthma, are better off on a preventative inhaler and also can benefit from an asthma management plan. It was distressing to hear from the Bendigo Advertiser about the increased risk of pregnancy complications due to obesity in women. This is not only a health problem but an economic one. There are a lot of things that can help this issue - counselling, a dietitian and fitness classes as well as medications. If you are obese and concerned please do not feel embarrassed to raise the issue with us, as we are interested to help. We welcome Patrick Taylor as our new practice manager and thank Alan Peacock for his help as he leaves and retires to his love of cars and motorbikes (I am of course envious). Dr Teddy Chan

01.01.2022 Hope everybody stays safe over the weekend, looking out the window looks like it may get a bit wet, our tip for the weekend - if its flooded - forget it :)