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Nova Medical Centre Stirling

Locality: Stirling

Phone: +61 8 9349 9900

Address: 31 Cedric Street 6021 Stirling, WA, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 31st May is World No Tobacco Day. Lets make everyday #WorldNoTobaccoDay!

24.01.2022 NATIONAL STROKE WEEK (31 August 6 September 2020) This year were celebrating everyday Australians who know and can recognise the signs of stroke. They are F.A.S.T. Heroes! Across Australia, F.A.S.T. Heroes can save lives, simply by knowing and recognising the F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time) signs of stroke and calling an ambulance immediately. They know that stroke is always a medical emergency and time is critical.... The Stroke Foundation is a national charity that partners with the community to prevent, treat and beat stroke. They stand alongside stroke survivors and their families, healthcare professionals and researchers. Building community awareness and fostering new thinking and innovative treatments. They support survivors on their journey to live the best possible life after stroke. They are the voice of stroke in Australia and they work to: ~ Raise awareness of the risk factors, signs of stroke and promote healthy lifestyles. ~ Improve treatment for stroke to save lives and reduce disability. ~ Improve life after stroke for survivors. ~ Encourage and facilitate stroke research. ~ Advocate for initiatives to prevent, treat and beat stroke. ~ Raise funds from the community, corporate sector and government to continue our mission. If you you'd like to become a F.A.S.T Hero, or simply want to know more information, visit: https://strokefoundation.org.au/

23.01.2022 International day of the Midwife 2020 Is recognised and celebrated globally with more than 50 nations observing this day. The idea of the international day is to honour and recognize midwives. Nova Medical Centre would like to acknowledge the work of the Midwives and their contribution to the maternal and newborn health. We thank every midwife working locally, nationally and globally for their ongoing commitment to high quality midwifery care and the dedication, skill and compassionate care they provide to women and their families. #internationalmidwivesday #honour #recognise #skills #compassion

22.01.2022 Im just leaving Sydney, after having met with the Prime Minister and other State Premiers. I wanted to update you all on the outcomes. We are in uncharted ter...ritory. I understand there is a lot of concern across the community about coronavirus, and what it means for us, in Western Australia. But its important we remain calm, take the best medical advice and act accordingly. Today we agreed to establish a National Cabinet of all leaders across the nation to deal with the issues facing us. We will meet weekly, maybe even more regularly, to ensure we have a coordinated national response to COVID-19. I dont think people want politicians just making off-the-cuff decisions about things like large events. Those decisions need to be made based on proper, considered health advice. But I want to make it clear to Western Australians who are thinking about travelling overseas. This virus is spreading across the globe, and at a much faster rate in some countries. Please put your health first. Consider your family, your friends and your colleagues. If your overseas travel isnt an absolute requirement, please reconsider it. Explore our great State instead. I promise you, youll enjoy it, and it is a safer option for you and your family. And it helps in our efforts to limit the spread of this virus in our community. We also agreed to a coordinated approach to ensure we have adequate medical supplies across the nation. This is very serious. The line of sight is so difficult because medical supplies is a global problem, with many countries going through the same experience. We also accepted the medical recommendation to advise against non-essential, organised gatherings with 500 or more people from going ahead. This will come into effect from Monday, for indoor and outdoor events. Its a precautionary step, but one thats in the best interest of our community. It doesnt mean schools, universities, public transport, airports will need to close. As outlined in our pandemic plan, if we need to go down that path, we will. Ill keep providing updates when we have them. Our regular COVID-19 updates will continue. I know all of this is worrying. But Western Australia is prepared. We will get through this. Together.

21.01.2022 https://healthywa.wa.gov.au/Articles/A_E/COVID-clinics

21.01.2022 October, Australia’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, provides an opportunity for us all to focus on breast cancer and its impact on those affected by the disease in our community. Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among Australian women (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer). Survival rates continue to improve in Australia with 89 out of every 100 women diagnosed with invasive breast cancer now surviving five or more years beyond diagnosis. Take the time this month to... find out what you need to know about breast awareness and share this important information with your family, friends and colleagues. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ If you are aged 50-74, get your free breast screen done every two years. BreastScreen Australia offers free breast screening for women without symptoms aged 50-74, when screening has the greatest potential to prevent deaths from breast cancer. Women aged 40-49 and 75 years and older who have no breast cancer symptoms or signs are also eligible for free screening mammograms. For more details contact BreastScreen on 13 20 50 or visit www.cancerscreening.gov.au

20.01.2022 Did you know? Having even a mild hearing loss you experience 30-40% greater decline in thinking abilities and you are 2x more likely to develop Dementia? And the risk of having a fall is 3-10 times more likely.... Untreated hearing loss causes Isolation, Depression, Anxiety, anger and breakdown in relationships. See your local GP at Nova Medical centre Stirling for a free hearing check and proper medical follow up treatment.

20.01.2022 Our Doctors are still seeing patients in the practice & doing face to face consults. We are also doing phone consults where needed. We are here for all your health issues, so please don't delay a consultation with the Doctor if you have any concerns regarding your health. For phone consults the Doctors can do prescriptions, medical certificates & referrals as usual. We can still perform all procedures, skin checks, cervical screening, children's vaccinations and etc. ... For the safety of all, we are screening all patients to check that they are well enough to come in. We have implemented social distancing measures inside the practice. You may also wait in your car until the Doctor or Nurse is ready for you, just let us know that you have arrived. We adhere to strictest infection control standards, and our Doctors use PPE when needed for a face to face consult. We are here to help through these trying times and will remain open for our patients. To book online please visit www.novamedical.com.au, alternatively you can also call (08) 9349 9900

19.01.2022 World Family Doctor Day May 19, 2020! World Family Doctor Day (FDD) was first declared by WONCA in 2010 and it has become a day to highlight the role and contribution of family doctors in health care systems around the world.... Nova Medical Centre would like to acknowledge all doctors who work with us, locally and globally for their service to humanity.

19.01.2022 Flu Vaccine for Adults less than 65 years of age now available at Nova Medical Centre Stirling. This is Private Flu Vaccine and costs $25. Adults less than 65 with chronic disease can get free Government funded vaccine when it is made available by Department of Health. Book online at https://novamedical.com.au

18.01.2022 We are at war with the COVID-19 pandemic. Self-isolation is one of the best weapons we have to fight it. Every potential interaction and infection we avoid in t...his time helps slow the spread of the virus and helps our staff on the front line. With the vast, vast majority of our cases of COVID-19 are coming from interstate and overseas, we need all travellers to self-isolate when they get back to WA. If you are required to self-isolate, whether due to travel, symptoms or a positive diagnosis, you need to take it seriously. Stay home. Do not leave your property. Dont go to the shops, dont walk the dog, dont have guests. Minimise close contact and avoid sharing items with other household residents. Only leave if you need medical attention or for testing if you are eligible. This is extremely serious - it will literally save lives. Penalties of up to $50,000 will apply for breaking self-isolation. If someone you know is meant to be self-isolating, take every step to make sure they follow these requirements. And if you know of someone who is breaching requirements to self-isolate, I implore you to contact the authorities - either Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or WA Police on 131 444. I understand that it can be annoying, I understand that it will be difficult. But self-isolation is going to be critical if were going to beat this pandemic. In the end, self-isolation will be a small price to pay, so do it for your family, your friends, your neighbours, your fellow West Aussies, and your fellow human beings.

18.01.2022 Your practical guide to a healthier future through digital technology https://covid-19.digitalhealth.gov.au/

17.01.2022 This year, RUOK Day falls on World Suicide Prevention Day. Its okay not to be feeling okay. During these challenging times connection is key. We all need to commit to having difficult conversations. If youre feeling overwhelmed, we want you to know that today, and every day, were here for you. Reach out to lifeline anytime on 13 11 14 or text lifeline nightly, 6pm midnight (AEST), on 0477 13 11 14. Youre not alone. ... This World Suicide Prevention Day wed like to encourage you to send a message of support, help and hope to those who may be struggling. Visit our virtual garden, plant a flower and show the power of connection. Together we can make a difference. www.outoftheshadows.org.au

16.01.2022 This year, National Diabetes Week runs from 12 18 July and the focus will be on supporting the emotional and mental health of people living with diabetes. Did you know that people living with diabetes can make up to 180 extra decisions each day covering everything from food to medication to exercise and more just to stay well and healthy? Mentally and emotionally that is a lot of stress to deal with.... Research shows that managing the daily challenges of diabetes can lead to anxiety, distress and depression for one in three people living with the condition. Thats why this National Diabetes Week, well be working to: Raise awareness of the mental and emotional challenges of managing diabetes Highlight the services and support available to the diabetes community Draw attention to gaps in diabetes service and care Above all well be working with our community, so you know youre not alone. We are here to help and support you. If you or a loved one have any questions, contact the Diabetes WA Helpline on 1300 001 880 https://www.diabeteswa.com.au//progr/diabetes-wa-helpline/

15.01.2022 Meet the Team A warm welcome to Dr Azadeh Amini Dr Amini is an experienced GP and is fluent in English & Persian! She is available for bookings from Monday 06th July 2020.... Bookings can be made through our website or by phoning us on 08 9349 9900. Once again, Welcome to the Team Dr Azadeh Amini

15.01.2022 COVID-19 UPDATE Nova Medical Centre is operational for Phone consultations purely for COVID-19 ONLY! If you have ANY of these symptoms... Fever Cough Shortness of Breath Sore Throat & Fatigue And if you have travelled overseas in the last 14 days. OR Had close contact with someone diagnosed with or suspected of having coronavirus, in the 14 days before getting sick. It is very important for you to call and speak with reception or Visit your nearest COVID clinic before booking or visiting to describe your symptoms and travel history. Phone consults with a GP, is there to help triage you and ease the burden off emergency departments. If the GP has determined that testing is required, you will be referred to visit your closest COVID clinic: FIona Stanley Hospital Royal Perth Hospital & Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital If you have serious symptoms such as difficulty breathing call 000 for urgent medical help. If youre still unsure, call the clinic on 08 9439 9900 #COVID19

15.01.2022 We at Nova Medical Centre wish you a merry Christams and a happy & prosperous New Year! We are open throughout the holiday season except for Christmas day. Public Holidays & Weekend opening hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm. https://novamedical.com.au

14.01.2022 ***NOTICE - DOUBLE DEMERITS*** Good morning all. Please be advised that double demerits will be in effect for the WA Day Long Weekend and from the following tim...es: Start: 12.01am Friday 29 May 2020 Finish: 11.59pm Monday 1 June 2020 Double demerits apply to the following offences: - Drink or drug driving - Failing to wear a seatbelt and child restraint - Running a red light - Illegal use of a mobile phone while driving - Illegal use of a laser jammer while driving - Speeding We all want to get from A to B in one piece, so please observe some of our DOs and DONTs. A lot of it comes down to common sense. Do add suggestions because Im sure theres plenty more we could add: DOs - SHARE this post and inform everyone. - Report to us EVERYTHING you see on the roads. - Enjoy the long weekend. - Drive safely, be patient and be courteous on the roads. DONTs - Overtake around blind bends. - Tailgate. - Deliberately hold up those behind you, especially right lane hogging on freeways and highways. - Drink and drive. - Do anything else behind the wheel that may endanger the lives of others. *We hope you enjoy the long weekend and try not to get nabbed by any speed traps!! The RSC website link is given below: https://www.rsc.wa.gov.au/Rules-Pena/Browse/Double-Demerits

14.01.2022 Meet the Team! A warm welcome to Dr Tzzy Shyan (Daniel) Yang! Available for bookings on Tuesday and Saturday Afternoons! Dr Yang is an experienced GP and is Fluent in English and Mandarin

13.01.2022 PSA: Perth lockdown for 5 days. You are mandated to still wear a face mask when coming to the clinic please. Stay safe and maintain social distancing, Nova Medical Team

12.01.2022 FACTS NOT FEAR - As many people start to get sick with the flu or experience allergies, heres a look at comparing the symptoms between the coronavirus, the flu and seasonal allergies.

12.01.2022 The Daffodil is the international symbol of hope to people affected by cancer. And todays the day we celebrate it! This year because of COVID-19, you may not ...be able to buy a fresh daffodil, but you can still send hope to people affected by cancer by supporting life-saving cancer research. Every 4 minutes another Australian is diagnosed with cancer. Daffodil their Day and send a little sunshine. Donate today: https://bit.ly/3kZFFtx

12.01.2022 Due to the current health pandemic, we are able to offer bulk billed telephone consults for eligible patients instead of attending the practice. Eligible patients include; patients that have attended in the past 12mths who are: at least 70 years old at least 50 years old and is of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent... is pregnant is a parent of a child under 12 months is already under treatment for chronic health condition or is immune compromised. If you meet any of the criteria please ask for a telephone consult, we are screening all calls and offering telephone consults where we can.

10.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to all the dads, granddads, step dads and all the other male role models in our lives. We hope you enjoy your special day.

10.01.2022 Dear Patients, FLU VACCINE AVAILABLE FROM FRIDAY 27TH MARCH FOR ALL PATIENTS 65 YEARS OLD AND OVER For all other patients please note that we have not forgotten about you. We are just waiting for our supplier to have the stock in their warehouse for dispatching to all medical practices across Australia. ... Once we have a date for those flu vaccines, there will be another post advise you all when to book.

09.01.2022 We are open today, Anzac Day Public Holiday 27/04/2020 9am - 5pm Call the practice on 08 9349 9900, book online via our website - https://novamedical.com.au/

09.01.2022 Nova Medical Centre Stirling will be open on labour day, 1st of March 2021 from 9:00am to 5:00pm

09.01.2022 This is our WA COVID-19 update for Thursday 19th March 2020. Our regular public updates include up-to-date information, current advice and tips on how to better... protect yourself. It is important people are well informed on the virus, so as new information or advice becomes available we will share it. ---- - Current cases - With over 900 additional tests completed since yesterday's update, there have been 17 additional cases of COVID-19 detected in Western Australia. Along with the first regional case of COVID-19 being recorded in the South West who is a returned overseas traveller. At this time we can confirm four of the cases recently returned from overseas the UK, France, New Zealand, USA and Europe (including Italy). The sources of transmission for the other 12 new cases are being investigated, with the Department undertaking thorough contact tracing. We will provide more details once they are confirmed. Increasing cases indicate we are moving towards the early stages of some community transmission. However this is yet to be confirmed. We always knew this would eventually happen and we are prepared for it when it does. Weve now completed nearly 8,000 tests in Western Australia, 1,000 of which have been from regional Western Australia. The tests have uncovered 52 cases, the remaining tests all returning negative results. One patient, who was in a stable condition in hospital with COVID-19, has been discharged and has now fully recovered. ---- - New COVID-19 clincs - Today we announcing more locations for COVID-19 clinics which will open across the metropolitan area and in and in regional WA. They are planned to be located at Rockingham, Armadale, Joondalup and Midland. Further details will be announced in coming days. ---- - Travel advice - Today, the Prime Minister announced that Australias borders will be closed to everyone except for Australian residents, citizens and their family members. It will come into effect at 6.00PM or 1800 AWST this Friday. Australians are now advised NOT to travel overseas. Level four advice is now in place for EVERY overseas country, this is the first time this has ever happened. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is also advising all Australians overseas who intend to come home to do so immediately. Western Australians should only travel interstate if it is absolutely essential. Restrictions have been placed on travel to WA's remote Aboriginal communities, who are especially vulnerable. Anyone arriving in Australia from overseas will to be forced to self-isolate for 14 days. International cruise ships will also be banned from docking in Australia for at least 30 days. ---- - Schools - The official medical advice is clear - closing schools is not currently recommended for Australia. There is no medical evidence that indicates closing schools helps to slow the spread of COVID-19. If schools close, many families would have to leave their children in the care of grandparents, who are most at risk. It would also have a massive effect on our front-line health workers, many of whom would have to stop working to care for their children. If there is a need to temporarily close a school down - we will do that. However, prematurely closing all schools could do much more harm than good. Thank you to all staff at our schools for their important service at this challenging time. ---- - Panic buying - I want to reassure all Western Australians that we have ample supplies of food and medicine. The shortages we are seeing on supermarket shelves and in our pharmacies is not a result of supply issues. It is a result of panic buying. This hoarding of supplies MUST stop. Purchase what you need, when you need it. Buying multiple months worth of groceries at the moment is simply unaustralian and disgusting. It means that the most vulnerable in our community are sadly going without. ---- - Vulnerable people in our community - The National Cabinet has agreed to a number of measures to protect and support elderly Australians. There will now be restrictions on visitors to residential aged care facilities. Anyone who has been overseas or in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 within a fortnight will be banned from visiting aged care homes. Aged care residents will only be able to receive one visit a day, with a maximum of two people visiting. We ask all regular visitors and staff to be extremely vigilant and take every precaution. To address specific challenges facing people with disability in this COVID-19 environment, the nations Disability Ministers yesterday decided on an action plan to ensure the best possible care is provided across the disability sector. Specific measures in this plan will be finalised and announced in coming days. ---- - State Emergency Declaration - A State of Emergency and a Public Health Emergency has been declared for Western Australia. These declarations provide the State Government, the WA Police Force and the Chief Health Officer with the powers and flexibility they need to enforce quarantine and self-isolation measures, as was agreed at the National Cabinet meeting between the Prime Minister, State Premiers and Chief Ministers. We will be using powers under the Public Health Act and Emergency Management Act to enforce the new rules regarding self-isolation of travellers, cruise ships and organised gatherings. Penalties of up to $50,000 will apply. Anyone entering or returning to Australia from overseas are required to self-isolate for 14 days after arrival. They are required to go straight to their home or accommodation and remain there for the full 14 day period, with the exception of seeking medical assistance if necessary. Western Australians who are aware of someone breaching a requirement to self-isolate - please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or WA Police on 131 444. These are precautionary steps in the best interests of our community. The decision does not mean schools, universities, public transport or airports will need to close. Our State pandemic plan outlines options that can be exercised - should we need to go down that path. ---- - Testing and COVID clinics - Due to a national shortage and high-demand for testing, we've adjusted the requirements to be tested for COVID-19 at this time - which will bring Western Australia in line with other Australian jurisdictions. This is due to a global shortage of the chemical reagent required for laboratory testing and follows deliberations at the Council of Australian Governments meeting. This new testing criteria will ensure testing of high-risk patients can occur at the height of the expected pandemic. Effective immediately, COVID-19 testing in WA will only be available to individuals who: 1. Have fever (temperature of 37.5 deg or above) or respiratory illness AND 2. Can provide evidence of recent overseas travel (for example, airline ticket or passport stamp) OR have had close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case OR are a health or aged care worker, with direct patient contact. All COVID-19 testing in the metropolitan area will be performed only at the three COVID clinics, which are operational between the hours of 8am-8pm, 7 days a week. They are based at Royal Perth Hospital (Ground Floor, Ainslie House, 48 Murray Street), Fiona Stanley Hospital (Allied Health 2, Gymnasiums, East End, Bedbrook Row), Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (C Block, Hospital Avenue) and In regional areas, people should go to a public hospital, health service or remote health clinic. Please call ahead if you are concerned that you have contracted COVID-19. Additionally, a new COVID-19 clinic opened today in Bunbury and will operate 10am - 4pm every day. It is based at the Bunbury Health Campus (Corner Bussell Highway And Robertson Drive). Patients at COVID-19 clinics are required to bring proof of recent travel or identify the confirmed case they have been in contact with. The criteria for testing will be updated according to changes in the disease pattern in WA. Patients will be screened and where appropriate tested, provided with appropriate information and referred for further medical treatment if necessary. If people do not meet the criteria they will not be tested. Those individuals who are tested and well enough, will be asked to self-isolate while they await test results. Anyone who is confirmed to have COVID-19, who does not require hospitalisation will be asked to stay in home isolation as instructed by the public health team. It is also extremely important that people who are unwell and are concerned they have COVID-19 should immediately self-isolate and then seek further medical advice. More locations for COVID-19 clinics across the metropolitan area and in regional WA will be considered if there is a need to meet future or increased demand. ---- We are preparing and taking every precaution to protect Western Australia from COVID-19. The Western Australian health system and our hospitals are very well prepared to manage infectious disease situations and have well established systems and processes in place. The WA Governments Pandemic Plan has been updated to respond to COVID-19, and it is now publically available. You can see the plan for yourself at https://www.wa.gov.au/covid19 under WA Government Response. The State Government is taking this very seriously and we need to be prepared for a pandemic. Every action we take and decision we make is to protect Western Australians. We have already taken action with a suite of measures to prepare the State for the possibility of a pandemic. Western Australians should be going about their business as usual. It is important that we remain calm and use common sense. The best thing we can do to protect ourselves is quality personal hygiene and exercise social distancing by avoiding unnecessary personal contact. That includes covering coughs and sneezes, washing hands often with soap or sanitiser, staying home from work or school if unwell, avoiding shaking hands or hugging, and maintaining distance from others in public. Please also continue to follow the advice of authorities and doctors - anyone who is instructed to self-isolate must take the request seriously, stay home and not put others at risk. This means you dont leave your property, you dont go to work or school, you dont go on outings and you dont have visitors - only leave the house to seek medical attention. People simply need to be aware, observe good health and make sure they have accurate information, from credible sources. ---- Official information regarding COVID-19 in Western Australia - www.wa.gov.au/covid19 WA Department of Health information www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/coronavirus Coronavirus information hotline 1800 020 080 Smartraveller information regarding travel advice for Australians - www.smartraveller.gov.au

08.01.2022 We’d like welcome Dr Zelko Pecotich to the team! Dr Zelko Pecotich is a medical graduate of University of Queensland and brings with him 25 years of GP experience. He is fluent in English & Croatian... Bookings are available from Monday 2nd November 2020. Appointments can be made through our website or by phoning us on 08 6381 6800 Specific areas of interest include: Paediatrics Diabetes Mental health Travel medicine Chronic Disease Management Health Assessments Men’s Health checks Procedures: Cryotherapy Immunisation Once again, Welcome to the Team Dr Zelko Pecotich

08.01.2022 To our surprise, we received an unexpected delivery yesterday. A massive shout out to Baked 180 for our delivery of baby cakes. They were so delicious, all the staff enjoyed having a snack throughout our extremely busy day Thank you from the bottom of our hearts

07.01.2022 Flu Vaccine for all ages available at Nova Medical Centre Manning. Free for ages 5 & Under, Primary school students, 65 & Over and chronic disease patients. Book online at https://novamedical.com.au, or call 9349 9900.

06.01.2022 Please read the self-isolation guidelines if you are returning from overseas If you have any questions, contact the Coronavirus Information Hotline on 1800 020 080

05.01.2022 Today is International Nurses Day! A big thank you to our hard working and amazing team at Nova, for the work that they do and keeping us safe. We appreciate all that you do, and to extend our appreciation for all the nurses out there.

05.01.2022 Lets help minimise the spread of coronavirus by keeping your distance! Remember to wash your hands frequently

05.01.2022 DID YOU KNOW? Did you know that 1 in 12 people will develop bowel cancer in their lifetime? Blood in your bowel movement, unexplained weight loss, persistent change in bowel habit & severe abdominal pain are all symptoms you should have checked by your GP. #bowelcancerawarenessmonth

05.01.2022 Meet the Team A warm welcome to Dr Zelko Pecotich Dr Zelko is an experienced GP and is fluent in English & Croatian! ... Bookings are available from Monday 2nd November 2020. Appointments can be made through our website or by phoning us on 08 9349 9900. Once again, Welcome to the Team Dr Zelko Pecotich

04.01.2022 Let's help minimise the spread of coronavirus by keeping your distance! Remember to wash your hands frequently

04.01.2022 Nova Medical Centre is continuing face to face consults as usual. We also offer Telehealth & Video consults when required. At Nova Medical Centre we have strict infection control policies in place. Our medical centre is cleaned throughout the day to make sure that we maintain the highest standards of Infection Control. We also have different waiting area for vulnerable patients. All face to face consults are carried out while our Doctors wear suitable PPE as required. ... We care about your health & well being and ask that if you have any sign of Flu, cough or shortness of breath, please let the reception know while you make an appointment. We at Nova Medical Centre thank you for your support, and assure you that we are always available to serve your healthcare needs. #covid19 #healthcarefirst #telehealth #support #frontline #medical #socialdistancing

04.01.2022 During difficult times, its important to take every opportunity to support your mental health and wellbeing. Read and share our tips below for how you can cope... with the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19). Members of our community continue to support one another over at our dedicated Coping with the coronavirus online forum thread: bb.org.au/33cNdQU. Its a safe place where anyone can share how theyre feeling about the coronavirus and offer support to those affected. You can also visit our dedicated information page about mental health and the coronavirus at bb.org.au/33e5eOL. If youre feeling distressed or overwhelmed, our mental health professionals are available 24/7 at the Beyond Blue Support Service on 1300 22 4636 or at beyondblue.org.au/getsupport for online chat (3pm-12am AEST) and email (responses within 24 hours). For immediate support call Lifeline on 13 11 14 and in an emergency, always call triple zero (000).

03.01.2022 Meet the Team A warm welcome to Dr Tzong Ruenn (Tommy) Lai. Dr Lai is an experienced GP and is fluent in English & Mandarin! He is available for bookings from Monday to Thursday & Sunday.... Bookings can be made through our website or by phoning us on 08 9349 9900. Once again, Welcome to the Team Dr Tommy Lai.

03.01.2022 We hope everyone is enjoying their long weekend! We wish to remind you that we will be open tomorrow Monday Public Holiday 9am - 5pm. Bookings can be made online by visiting www.novamedical.com.au or by calling us on 08 9349 9900. ... Stay safe #waday #longweekend

02.01.2022 R U OK? Day and World Suicide Prevention Day (Thursday 10 September, 2020) just passed. If you or someone you know needs some extra support working through the grieving process you may find the support of @grieflineorganisation helpful at this time: 03 9935 7400 (6am-2am) It is our national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone that every day is the day to ask, Are you OK? and support those struggling with life's ups and downs. This year's message is 'There's more to say after R U OK?'

02.01.2022 During difficult times, it's important to take every opportunity to support your mental health and wellbeing. Read and share our tips below for how you can cope... with the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19). Members of our community continue to support one another over at our dedicated Coping with the coronavirus online forum thread: bb.org.au/33cNdQU. It's a safe place where anyone can share how they're feeling about the coronavirus and offer support to those affected. You can also visit our dedicated information page about mental health and the coronavirus at bb.org.au/33e5eOL. If youre feeling distressed or overwhelmed, our mental health professionals are available 24/7 at the Beyond Blue Support Service on 1300 22 4636 or at beyondblue.org.au/getsupport for online chat (3pm-12am AEST) and email (responses within 24 hours). For immediate support call Lifeline on 13 11 14 and in an emergency, always call triple zero (000).

02.01.2022 This is our WA COVID-19 update for Wednesday 18th March 2020. Our regular public updates include up-to-date information, current advice and tips on how to bette...r protect yourself. It is important people are well informed on the virus, so as new information or advice becomes available we will share it. ---- - Current cases - With over 450 additional tests completed since yesterday's update, there have been four additional cases of COVID-19 detected in Western Australia. At this time we can confirm three of the cases recently returned from overseas the UK, Indonesia and Austria. The source of transmission for the fourth new case is being investigated, with the Department undertaking thorough contact tracing. We will provide details on that case once they are confirmed. Weve now completed over 7,000 tests in Western Australia and uncovered 35 cases, the remaining tests all returning negative results. Aside from the new case which remains under investigation, all current cases relate to people travelling outside the State or family members who have recently been overseas, and are all based in the Perth metropolitan area. One patient, who was in a stable condition in hospital with COVID-19, has been discharged and has now fully recovered. ---- - Mass gatherings - Today, based on the latest medical advice, an immediate ban on indoor non-essential gatherings of more than 100 people is now in place, in addition to the ban on all non-essential mass gatherings of more than 500 people. This includes, among other things, many hospitality businesses which will now need to restrict capacity. There are exceptions that include healthcare facilities, public transport, emergency service facilities, prisons, childcare centres, supermarkets, construction and mining sites, office buildings and schools. As always, all Western Australians should be exercising good personal hygiene and social distancing - washing your hands regularly, avoiding unnecessary personal contact and keeping 1.5 metres away from others wherever possible. ---- - Schools - The official medical advice is clear - closing schools is not currently recommended for Australia. There is no medical evidence that indicates closing schools helps to slow the spread of COVID-19. If schools close, many families would have to leave their children in the care of grandparents, who are most at risk. It would also have a massive effect on our front-line health workers, many of whom would have to stop working to care for their children. If there is a need to temporarily close a school down - we will do that. However, prematurely closing all schools could do much more harm than good. Thank you to all staff at our schools for their important service at this challenging time. ---- - Aged care - The National Cabinet has agreed to a number of measures to protect and support elderly Australians. There will now be restrictions on visitors to residential aged care facilities. Anyone who has been overseas or in contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19 within a fortnight will be banned from visiting aged care homes. Aged care residents will only be able to receive one visit a day, with a maximum of two people visiting. We ask all regular visitors and staff to be extremely vigilant and take every precaution. ---- - Travel advice - Australians are now advised NOT to travel overseas. Level four advice is now in place for EVERY overseas country, this is the first time this has ever happened. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is also advising all Australians overseas who intend to come home to do so immediately. Western Australians should only travel interstate if it is absolutely essential. We're also looking to restrict all non-essential travel to WA's remote Aboriginal communities, who are especially vulnerable. Anyone arriving in Australia from overseas will to be forced to self-isolate for 14 days. International cruise ships will also be banned from docking in Australia for at least 30 days. ---- - State Emergency Declaration - A State of Emergency and a Public Health Emergency has been declared for Western Australia. These declarations provide the State Government, the WA Police Force and the Chief Health Officer with the powers and flexibility they need to enforce quarantine and self-isolation measures, as was agreed at the National Cabinet meeting between the Prime Minister, State Premiers and Chief Ministers. We will be using powers under the Public Health Act and Emergency Management Act to enforce the new rules regarding self-isolation of travellers, cruise ships and organised gatherings. Penalties of up to $50,000 will apply. Anyone entering or returning to Australia from overseas are required to self-isolate for 14 days after arrival. They are required to go straight to their home or accommodation and remain there for the full 14 day period, with the exception of seeking medical assistance if necessary. Western Australians who are aware of someone breaching a requirement to self-isolate - please contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or WA Police on 131 444. These are precautionary steps in the best interests of our community. The decision does not mean schools, universities, public transport or airports will need to close. Our State pandemic plan outlines options that can be exercised - should we need to go down that path. ---- - Testing and COVID clinics - Due to a national shortage and high-demand for testing, we've adjusted the requirements to be tested for COVID-19 at this time - which will bring Western Australia in line with other Australian jurisdictions. This is due to a global shortage of the chemical reagent required for laboratory testing and follows deliberations at the Council of Australian Governments meeting. This new testing criteria will ensure testing of high-risk patients can occur at the height of the expected pandemic. Effective immediately, COVID-19 testing in WA will only be available to individuals who: 1. Have fever (temperature of 37.5 deg or above) or respiratory illness AND 2. Can provide evidence of recent overseas travel (for example, airline ticket or passport stamp) OR have had close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case OR are a health or aged care worker, with direct patient contact. All COVID-19 testing in the metropolitan area will be performed only at the three COVID clinics, which are operational between the hours of 8am-8pm, 7 days a week. They are based at Royal Perth Hospital (Ground Floor, Ainslie House, 48 Murray Street), Fiona Stanley Hospital (Allied Health 2, Gymnasiums, East End, Bedbrook Row) and Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital (C Block, Hospital Avenue). A new COVID clinic will open in Bunbury tomorrow on Thursday 19/3/2020 and will operate 10am - 4pm every day. In regional areas, people should go to a public hospital, health service or remote health clinic. Please call ahead if you are concerned that you have contracted COVID-19. Patients at COVID clinics are required to bring proof of recent travel or identify the confirmed case they have been in contact with. The criteria for testing will be updated according to changes in the disease pattern in WA. Patients will be screened and where appropriate tested, provided with appropriate information and referred for further medical treatment if necessary. If people do not meet the criteria they will not be tested. Those individuals who are tested and well enough, will be asked to self-isolate while they await test results. Anyone who is confirmed to have coronavirus, who does not require hospitalisation will be asked to stay in home isolation as instructed by the public health team. It is also extremely important that people who are unwell and are concerned they have COVID-19 should immediately self-isolate and then seek further medical advice. More locations for COVID clinics across the metropolitan area and in regional WA will be considered if there is a need to meet future or increased demand. ---- We are preparing and taking every precaution to protect Western Australia from COVID-19. The Western Australian health system and our hospitals are very well prepared to manage infectious disease situations and have well established systems and processes in place. The WA Governments Pandemic Plan has been updated to respond to COVID-19, and it is now publically available. You can see the plan for yourself at https://www.wa.gov.au/covid19 under WA Government Response. The State Government is taking this very seriously and we need to be prepared for a pandemic. Every action we take and decision we make is to protect Western Australians. We have already taken action with a suite of measures to prepare the State for the possibility of a pandemic. Western Australians should be going about their business as usual. It is important that we remain calm and use common sense. The best thing we can do to protect ourselves is quality personal hygiene and exercise social distancing by avoiding unnecessary personal contact. That includes covering coughs and sneezes, washing hands often with soap or sanitiser, staying home from work or school if unwell, avoiding shaking hands or hugging, and maintaining distance from others in public. Please also continue to follow the advice of authorities and doctors - anyone who is instructed to self-isolate must take the request seriously, stay home and not put others at risk. This means you dont leave your property, you dont go to work or school, you dont go on outings and you dont have visitors - only leave the house to seek medical attention. People simply need to be aware, observe good health and make sure they have accurate information, from credible sources. ---- Official information regarding COVID-19 in Western Australia - www.wa.gov.au/covid19 WA Department of Health information www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/coronavirus Coronavirus information hotline 1800 020 080 Smartraveller information regarding travel advice for Australians - www.smartraveller.gov.au