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Pivotal Health

Locality: Cleveland, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 3286 1122

Address: Shore Street West 4163 Cleveland, QLD, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 Public Health Alert Queensland Health has expanded its list of venues where confirmed COVID-19 cases have visited. Anyone who has been to these locations ...at the times specified should monitor their health and if they develop any COVID-19 symptoms, even mild, get tested. New locations include: Sunnybank Kingsfood Restaurant, Market Square Shopping Centre 18 August 2020 Between 7pm and 8:30pm Graceville Graceville Netball Courts, Faulkner Park 22 August 2020 Between 8am and 4pm Jimboomba Perks Caf, Jimboomba Central Shopping Centre 24 August 2020 Between 10am and 10:45am Jimboomba Woolworths, Jimboomba Central Shopping Centre 24 August 2020 Between 11am and 11:15am Greenbank Pub Lane Tavern, Greenbank Shopping Centre 26 August 2020 Between 7:30pm and 9:30pm The updated list is available at: https://www.qld.gov.au//cor/current-status/contact-tracing. To find your nearest fever clinic, visit: https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing.

25.01.2022 Today marks the end of the GP training year and the last day Dr Tristan will be at Pivotal Health. We wanted to take this opportunity to thank Tristan for his amazing contribution to the practice and our patients over the past 12 months. We have been very lucky to have such a bright, friendly and caring registrar. What a first year to be a GP with the challenges and changes with COVID. You are already an amazing GP in our eyes and we wish Tristan all the very best with the remainder of his Training and may you have a long and success career.

25.01.2022 For your convenience we will reopen tomorrow morning 8am-12noon. Book online via https://bit.ly/2wtqK6w or call 3286 1122 after 8am tomorrow

25.01.2022 "We know that we will see more cases. Its critical that people if they have any symptoms at all, dont think its anything else, because its most likely to be COVID-19." MORE: https://ab.co/3ls0Wfw Heres the latest on COVID in Queensland from Chief Health Officer Dr Jeannette Young.

25.01.2022 Appointments available for this afternoon and tomorrow. Face to Face and Telehealth appointments available. Call 3286 1122 to book or online https://bit.ly/2wtqK6w.

25.01.2022 New 24 hour COVID testing Centre now open at Eight Mile Plains. https://www.qld.gov.au//cor/current-status/contact-tracing

25.01.2022 You may have noticed the smell of bushfire smoke in the air overnight. Smoke and increased air pollution from fires can trigger asthma symptoms. If you are asthmatic, try to reduce exposure to smoke by staying indoors with the doors and windows closed, doing as little outdoor activity as possible and using re-circulated air in the car. If you are concerned about your symptoms, please call us on 3286 1122 and see your GP.

24.01.2022 Please be aware of the following alert from QLD health.

24.01.2022 Day 10 - Gone Fishing for the weekend...... Going to catch a big one!! Not sure is we will see Mirena at our Christmas dinner????

24.01.2022 Coming in for a skin check? To ensure that we can accurately assess you skin for possible sun damage we ask that you please remove any make up prior to your appointment.

24.01.2022 Under the weather today when we are closed? Bulk billed home visits available via Hello Home Doctor Service on 134 100 ... Closest emergency department is Redlands Hospital Weippin Street Cleveland Ph 3488 3111 For life threatening emergencies call @qldambulance on 000

23.01.2022 Shout out to one of the QLD Health Heros! Thank you for sharing your COVID story Topaz!

23.01.2022 We are now closed until Saturday morning. Should you need medical care when we are closed...... For bulk billed home visits call @Hello Home Doctor Service on 134 100. The closest hospital emergency department is ... Redlands Hospital Weippin Street Cleveland Phone 3488 3111 If the matter is life threatening call @qldambulance on 000

22.01.2022 Please ensure you are aware of the following information prior to entry to the practice.

22.01.2022 Day 8 - COVID negative and feeling much better... Dancing on the ceiling.

22.01.2022 A huge thank you to Amelia who has sent us some ear savers for our ear loop masks via the FaceBook Group Adopt a Healthcare Worker Queensland. These will definitely save our ears. Amelia is a 17 young lady who is donating her tone and ear savers to health care workers at no cost. What a lovely young lady who restores our faith in humanity ! We really appreciate it!

22.01.2022 Public Health Alert Queensland Health has expanded its list of venues where confirmed COVID-19 cases have visited. Anyone who has been to these locations at... the times specified should monitor their health and if they develop any COVID-19 symptoms, even mild, get tested and isolate until they receive their test result. New locations include: Redbank Plains Hungry Jacks, Town Square Redbank Plains Shopping Centre 8 September 2020 Between 8.00pm and 1.00am The updated list is available at: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/covid-19/contact-tracing To find your nearest fever clinic, visit: https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing

22.01.2022 It is hard to know where to find up to date reliable and relevant information about COVID 19. The best place to start is the QLD Health dedicated COVID 19 website. Information accessible via this site - up to date public health alerts - up to date contract tracing locations... - where to get tested - public health advice on isolating - how to stay well - important phone numbers and much more Go to http://ow.ly/Dcr850BbjXJ See more

21.01.2022 0 cases in QLD today. Keep up the good work Wash your hands Stay 1.5m away from others ... Wear a mask if you cannot social distance If you are sick ... get tested and stay home See more

21.01.2022 Exciting news released by the QLD Government today. A huge redevelopment and expansion of Redlands Hospital including an ICU. Just what our community needs - care close to home.

21.01.2022 Please check the latest locations for contact tracing.

21.01.2022 Public Health Alert Queensland Health has expanded its list of venues where confirmed COVID-19 cases have visited. Anyone who has been to these locations ...at the times specified should monitor their health and if they develop any COVID-19 symptoms, even mild, get tested and isolate until they receive their test result. New locations include: Springwood - Spa Choice, Pacific Hwy 29 August 2020 Between 10.30am and 11am Underwood - Spa World, Compton Rd 29 August 2020 Between 11am and 11.30am Springfield - Dosa Hut 29 August 2020 Between 11.55am and 12pm Springfield - Indian Spice Shop 29 August 2020 Between 12pm and 12.05pm Yamanto Dominos 30 August 2020 Between 11.45am and 12.30pm Yamanto Woolworths 30 August 2020 Between 12pm and 12.20pm Yamanto Woolworths - 31 August 2020 Between 11am and 11.15am Yamanto - Country Market 31 August 2020 Between 11.20am and 11.40am Yamanto Priceline 31 August 2020 Between 11.40am and 11.45am The updated list is available at: https://www.qld.gov.au//cor/current-status/contact-tracing To find your nearest fever clinic, visit: https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing

20.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS: ADELAIDE IS NOW A COVID HOTSPOT Adelaide has a new cluster of 17 cases (so far) of COVID19. QLD Health authorities are concerned about the complexity of cases and are asking any one who has arrived in QLD since last Monday to come forward, be tested and isolate for 14 days (since arriving). In response to this development and to keep everyone safe, we ask that if you are any of your close contacts have arrived in QLD in the last 14 days that you inform us PRIOR to entering the practice.

20.01.2022 HEALTH ALERT: A NSW resident who travelled to Queensland this week has since tested positive to COVID-19. Queensland Health has identified some locations that p...erson travelled to while in Queensland. 16 December 2020: VA925 Sydney to Brisbane 16 December 2020, after 11:30am: The Glen Hotel, Eight Mile Plains If you have been to either of the above locations at these times and develop any symptoms, you should isolate immediately and get tested. Source: Annastacia Palaszczuk MP

20.01.2022 Although masks can seem a little scary, our team of wonderful #HealthHeroes across the state are there to help you in your time of need. Just remember that behind each mask is a smile Thanks to our friends at Childrens Health Queensland.

20.01.2022 Public Health Alert Queensland Health has expanded its list of venues where confirmed COVID-19 cases have visited. Anyone who has been to these locations... at the times specified should monitor their health and if they develop any COVID-19 symptoms, even mild, get tested. New locations include: Waterford West - Madhouse Discount Variety, Waterford Plaza 26 August 2020 Between 1.50pm and 2.15pm Loganholme - Hyperdome Shopping Centre 26 August 2020 Between 3.15pm and 5.45pm Loganholme - Best & Less, Hyperdome Shopping Centre 26 August 2020 Between 3.15pm and 4.05pm Loganholme - K-Mart, Hyperdome Shopping Centre 26 August 2020 Between 4.05pm and 4.30pm Loganholme - The Reject Shop, Hyperdome Shopping Centre 26 August 2020 Between ~4.35pm and ~4.55pm Loganholme - Footlocker, Hyperdome Shopping Centre 26 August 2020 Between 5pm and 5.30pm Loganholme - Platypus Shoes, Hyperdome Shopping Centre 26 August 2020 Between ~5pm and 5.30pm Beenleigh - Pizza Hut 27 August 2020 Between 4.30pm and 4.35pm Eagleby - TSG Tobacconist 27 August 2020 Between 4.50pm and 5pm The updated list is available at: https://www.qld.gov.au//cor/current-status/contact-tracing To find your nearest fever clinic, visit: https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing

20.01.2022 Happy Birthday to the one and only Dr Adrian! Thank for sharing your day with us at work and choosing a yummy cake! Oops no before photo!

20.01.2022 A Zero day today in Queensland. Remember..... Social Distance and wash your hands Wear a mask (if you are unable to social distance) or when entering our practice Stay home if you are sick... Get tested if you have ANY symptoms call us for a telehealth appointment Be kind to each other Only gather in groups of 10 or less (in your home or outdoors) Have a lovely weekend

19.01.2022 Further restrictions are easing in Queensland, from 4pm today, (Friday October 16): Up to 40 people can dance at weddings with a COVID Safe Plan Dancing wil...l be permitted at Year 12 school formals Gatherings of 40 people will be allowed in homes and public places Outings from aged care facilities can resume. We need all Queenslanders to continue playing their part by: Staying at home if you are sick If you're experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, no matter how mild, go and get tested. Staying 1.5 metres away from other peoplethink two big steps. Washing your hands lots with soap and water, or hand sanitizer Sneezing or coughing into your arm or a tissue. Then put the tissue in the bin.

19.01.2022 Public Health Alert Queensland Health has expanded its list of venues where cases of the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre cluster visited. Anyone who has b...een to these locations at the times specified should monitor their health and if they develop any COVID-19 symptoms, even mild, get tested. New locations include: Wacol Puma Fuel 16 August Between approximately 4.00pm and 4.10pm Browns Plains Petbarn 22 August Between 10.30am and 10.45am Browns Plains Bunnings 22 August Between 10.45am and 11.15am Browns Plains The Good Guys 22 August Between 11.15am and 11.35am Forest Lake Coles at Forest Lake Shopping Centre 23 August Between 5.00pm and 5.15pm Oxley The Good Guys 24 August Between 9.00am and 9.45am Oxley Woolworths at The Station 24 August Between 10.00am and 10.30am The updated list is available at: https://www.qld.gov.au//cor/current-status/contact-tracing. To find your nearest fever clinic, visit: https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing.

19.01.2022 When you notice the signs someone is struggling, take the time to ask R U OK? If they say theyre not OK make time to listen, encourage action and check in. Remember, theres more to say after R U OK? Learn what to say next at https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask #theresmoretosay

19.01.2022 Day 7 - oh no! Mirena is feeling under the weather today. She has had her COVID test and is now awaiting the results. Bed rest for today and hopefully back to mischief tomorrow

19.01.2022 As we reflect on the year that was and the things that have changed since this time 12 months ago we would like to wish you all a very Happy and Healthy 2021. Thank you for all of your support throughout the year and we look forward to caring for you in the future. HAPPY NEW YEAR!

19.01.2022 Queensland has 2 cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) today. There are currently 29 active cases of COVID-19 in Queensland. Currently, 18 of the active cases are in ...hospital. To date, 1,084 people have recovered and sadly, 6 people have died of the disease. This brings the total number of cases to 1,124. Each day, total cases may not equal active plus recovered plus deaths, as information for some cases is still pending and will be updated in due course. Detailed information about COVID-19 cases in Queensland including maps of cases by HHS and LGA, likely source of infection, age and gender, testing completed, and self-quarantine notices issued, can be found here: www.health.qld.gov.au/covid-data

19.01.2022 Despite the 3 Day Lockdown we are open today providing essential medical services to our patients. Face to face and Telehealth appointments available. Call 3286 1122 or book online via https://bit.ly/2wtqK6w

19.01.2022 URGENT!! PLEASE READ THE CURRENT HEALTH ALERT THAT HAS JUST BEEN RELEASED BY QLD PUBLIC HEALTH

19.01.2022 December 2nd - Unfortunately Mirena did not come off unscathed following her parachuting adventure. Doctors diagnosis..... fractured fibula and tibia and sprained wrist.

18.01.2022 To keep everyone COVID safe...... When entering the practice please use hand sanitiser on arrival See reception and get a mask (if you do not have your own) Have your temperature checked... Answer the screening questions See more

18.01.2022 The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month marks the moment the guns fell silent on the Western Front after the bloodshed of World War I. Over the past century, this moment has been adopted across the globe as a time to remember those who served and sacrificed in all wars and conflicts. At 11am today commit to pausing for just one minute to remember those who gave their lives in service to their country, those who returned home injured or ill, and those who have bravely served our country and those who continue to serve today. Lest We Forget

18.01.2022 As COVID restrictions ease further, we have reintroduced our repeat prescription clinics that will run twice a week. Monday @ 1:30pm and Friday @ 9:00am Here is the practice policy on attending the script clinic.... Script clinics are for patients requiring repeat prescriptions only for medication that they take regularly. To attend script clinics, the patients must have attended the practice for a normal appointment in the last 6 months and the prescription cannot be for strong pain killers, sleeping tablets or antidepressant drugs. There is no out of pocket expense for patients who attend the script clinics. Script clinics run twice a week, bookings are essential. Please ask our reception staff for more information about this service and for times.

17.01.2022 Gastro is a highly infectious condition, so washing your hands thoroughly with soap and water for 20 seconds is an important way to reduce your risk. When it c...omes to gastro, it's very important to keep unwell children at home. To stop gastro germs spreading further, children should not return to childcare or school until at least 24-48 hours after symptoms have ceased. See more

17.01.2022 Queensland has 0 cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) today. There are currently 5 active cases of COVID-19 in Queensland. Currently, 3 of the active cases are in ho...spital. To date, 1,159 people have recovered and sadly, 6 people have died of the disease. This brings the total number of cases to 1,171. Each day, total cases may not equal active plus recovered plus deaths, as information for some cases is still pending and will be updated in due course. Detailed information about COVID-19 cases in Queensland including maps of cases by HHS and LGA, likely source of infection, age and gender, testing completed, and self-quarantine notices issued, can be found here: www.health.qld.gov.au/covid-data

17.01.2022 Being tested for COVID19? Is is important that you stay home and isolate until you are contacted with your results. If you have been tested after getting a referral from us, we will call you with the results as soon as they arrive. If you have been tested at the clinic at the Redlands hospital they will contact you

17.01.2022 Due to changes made by the Federal Government we will be changing our billing policies for telehealth consultations from Monday 12th October. Full details can be found in the following link https://bit.ly/PHNews10-20 We will continue to bulk bill telehealth for Pension card holders... Health Care Card Holders Children under 16 Chronic Disease Care Planning and Mental Health Care Plans There will be an out of pocket fee (claimable from Medicare*) for all other patients. The fee will be $20 out of pocket after claiming from Medicare. * Patients who have not been into the practice for a face to face visit in the past 12 months are not eligible for a Medicare Rebate. We have introduced a Pivotal Health COVID Support Program for patients and their immediate families who have been impacted financially by COVID19. For more information regarding this program and the benefits, click on the following link https://bit.ly/PHNews10-20

17.01.2022 Public Health Alert: Brisbane, Sunshine Coast Following further contact tracing work today, Queensland Health has expanded its list of venues where a conf...irmed COVID-19 case has visited. Contact tracing is currently underway with the PHU contacting those determined to be close contacts directly. While the risk to Queenslanders is considered low, anyone who has been in these venues at these dates and times should monitor their health and if they develop any COVID-19 symptoms, even mild, get tested and isolate until they receive their test results. 16/12/20 - Virgin flight VA925, Sydney to Brisbane - Arrival time 9.00am/9.30am 16/12/2020 - Brisbane Domestic Airport, Brisbane City - 9.00am/09.30am to 09.54am 16/12/2020 - Hertz Car Rental, 1980 Sandgate Road, Boondall - 10.00am (Exchanged vehicle at 10.15am) to 10.30am 16/12/2020 - The Glen Hotel, Eight Mile Plains - 11:00am to 2.30pm (Any patrons after 2:30pm should continue to monitor for symptoms and get tested if any develop) 17/12/2020 - Hertz Car Rental, 1980 Sandgate Road, Boondall - 8.30am (Exchanged vehicle at 8.55am) to 9.00am 17/12/2020 - The Prince Charles Hospital Fever Clinic, Chermside - 10.19am to 10.26am 16/12/20 - Hungry Jacks, Kawana Waters - 8.00pm to 10.00pm 17/12/20 - Coles Express, Mooloolaba - 7.00am to 7.30am 16/12/20 - Kawana Waters Nightcap Hotel, Buddina - 9.00pm to 7.00 am on 17/12/20 16/12/20 - Sunshine Coast University Hospital, Birtinya - 5pm to 8.30pm For anyone with concerns or is unsure if they need to get tested or isolate, please call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84). To find your nearest testing clinic, visit https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing. The list of contact tracing locations is available at https://www.qld.gov.au/health/covid-19/contact-tracing

17.01.2022 Data shows that during the COVID crisis that people put off important cancer screening tests such as mammograms, cervical screening (pap smears), bowel screening, skin checks and prostate checks. Are you overdue for your screening? Make an appointment with your GP to discuss this further.

17.01.2022 Following an increase in cases in Greater Sydney, additional restrictions are being implemented to protect Queenslanders. From 1am Monday 21 December 2020, Grea...ter Sydney will be declared a COVID-19 hotspot. Non-Queensland residents wanting to enter Queensland after 1am Monday 21 December will not be permitted unless provided with an exemption. If their exemption request is approved, they must undertake mandatory hotel quarantine for 14 days from when they enter Queensland. Queensland residents returning from Greater Sydney will have 24 hours after 1am Monday 21 December to get a border pass, return to their residence in Queensland, get tested and quarantine at home for 14 days from when they left the hotspot. From 1am Tuesday 22 December, Queenslanders returning from Greater Sydney will be required to get a border pass to enter Queensland and undertake 14 days of mandatory hotel quarantine. Anyone already in Queensland who has been in Greater Sydney since 11 December should get tested and home quarantine until they get their result. Home quarantine requirements including not taking visitors and remaining in your home. To find your closest testing location, visit https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing

17.01.2022 Welcome to 2021 .....We are open today (Saturday) appointments available. Call 3286 1122 after 8am or book online https://bit.ly/2wtqK6w

17.01.2022 Please take note of this new COVID alert from QLD Health. If you have been to any of the listed locations below or have been on the flights listed, please ensure you inform us prior to entering the practice.

17.01.2022 Our 2020 end of year Newsletter is now live http://bit.ly/3rmhMiP

17.01.2022 Our latest newsletter released this week outlines the changes to the billing of telehealth consultations from this coming Monday 12th October. Make sure you read our newsletter for all the details. Available in the following link https://bit.ly/PHNews10-20

17.01.2022 Day 15 - Oh dear Mirena! What have you done???!!!!

16.01.2022 A new list of venues to be aware of.

16.01.2022 As you may have heard. We have had a positive COVID19 case in the Redlands - Russell island. Please check the below list on locations currently being contact traced by QLD health. Please follow QLD healths advice and stay safe and well.

16.01.2022 Dads take many shapes and forms. To all of the different types of dads and dads who are. I longer with us. Happy Fathers Day!

16.01.2022 In response to the recent COVID 19 cluster in Adelaide and to keep everyone safe, we ask that if you are any of your close contacts have arrived in QLD in the last 14 days from ADELAIDE that you PLEASE inform us PRIOR to entering the practice.

15.01.2022 DON'T MISS OUT!!! VERY LIMITED STOCK IN 2020!!! Our Front Desk Manager Beth has again produced a beautiful 2021 calendar showcasing photographs she has taken herself of the Redlands. Available at the practice for $20.00. Drop in and see reception today to purchase one. Stocks are very limited this year so get in quick before they run out.... Great Christmas present for friends and family here and overseas (and cheap to post!!). Beth Wode Photography

15.01.2022 Public Health Alert Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane Following further contact tracing work overnight, Queensland Health has expanded its list of venues where a... confirmed COVID-19 case has visited. While risk to staff and patrons is considered low, anyone who has been to these venues at these dates and times should monitor their health and if they develop any COVID-19 symptoms, even mild, get tested and isolate until they receive their test result. Townsville, Hyde Park - Icon Cancer Centre Townsville - 30 September - from 9.00am to 9.30am Cairns - Tha Fish - 3 October - from 5.45pm to 8.30pm Palm Cove - Vivo Palm Cove - 5 October - from 5.15pm to 9:00pm Brisbane CBD - Georges Paragon Restaurant - 6 October from 7.30pm To find your nearest testing clinic, visit https://www.qld.gov.au/covid19testing The list of contact tracing locations is available at https://www.qld.gov.au/health/covid-19/contact-tracing

15.01.2022 It’s December 1st! Look who has parachuted into Pivotal Health last night!!! A little tangled in the Christmas tree but in one piece. Meet Mirena the Scout Elf. Keep an eye out for what she gets up to over the next weeks leading up to Christmas.

14.01.2022 As we get ready to say good bye to the very eventful 2020 we will be open all day tomorrow until 4pm. Appointments are available. Call 3286 1122 or online https://bit.ly/2wtqK6w

14.01.2022 Day 9 - Snow Angels are the best :)

14.01.2022 Just a reminder that our new telehealth billing policy begins today ..... For more information click on the following link https://bit.ly/PHNews10-20

14.01.2022 A new update from the QLD Public Health Dept tonight. If you have attended any of the listed locations below, please get COVID tested and isolate until you receive a negative result. PLEASE DO NOT ENTER the practice if you or any of your household contacts have been to the below locations. Telehealth appointments are still available if you require an appointment but are required to isolate.

13.01.2022 Updated information: From 1am Monday 4 January, anyone who has been in Victoria on or since 21 December will be restricted from entering vulnerable facilities, ...including aged care facilities, hospitals, disability accommodation and correctional facilities. While Queensland’s borders remain unchanged, anyone currently in Queensland who has been in Victoria on or since 21 December should get tested immediately and quarantine at home or their accommodation until they receive a negative result. We are closely monitoring the situation in New South Wales and Victoria and urge Queenslanders to reconsider non-essential travel to these states as it is an evolving situation. If you do decide to go to Victoria or New South Wales, you need to be aware of the potential consequences, such as border changes and not making it home to Queensland before hotel quarantine is imposed. If you’re already in Victoria or New South Wales, consider coming home. Stay up to date with the latest COVID-19 updates here: https://www.qld.gov.au//conditions/he/coronavirus-covid-19

13.01.2022 Please let us know if you attended this football game prior to entering the practice.

13.01.2022 Don't forget we are closed for the 4 days over the Christmas weekend. We have bulk billed script clinics running for your convenience. Call 3281 1122. Don't be caught out by running out of medication.

12.01.2022 An important post for parents from Childrens Health Queensland

12.01.2022 Day 14 - causing shenanigans with googly eyes in the vaccine fridge.

12.01.2022 For all of you GP needs we are open this morning. Telehealth and Face to Face appointments are available. Call 3286 1122 to arrange an appointment or book online https://bit.ly/2wtqK6w

11.01.2022 If you have cold or flu like symptoms, such as a cough, fever, sore throat, shortness of breath or runny nose, even if these are mild, you should get tested for... COVID-19. For more information and to find your nearest testing clinic, visit: https://www.health.gov.au//what-you-need-to-know-about-cor

11.01.2022 NEW COVID GUIDELINES AT PIVOTAL HEALTH In response to the QLD Government's 3 day lockdown and mandatory mask wearing from 6pm tonight we have introduced mask wearing in the practice for all doctors, staff, patients and visitors. We do ask that any non essential companions to appointments wait outside the practice.... In addition to masks we continue to ask that you wash your hands on entry and exit and have your temperature checked on arrival. We will be open normal working hours during the lockdown period. You are allowed to leave your home for medical appointments, however if you would prefer telehealth appointments are still available. We thank you for your continued support during this challenging time.

11.01.2022 Queensland has 2 cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) today. There are currently 28 active cases of COVID-19 in Queensland. Currently, 16 of the active cases are in ...hospital. To date, 1,084 people have recovered and sadly, 6 people have died of the disease. This brings the total number of cases to 1,126. Each day, total cases may not equal active plus recovered plus deaths, as information for some cases is still pending and will be updated in due course. Detailed information about COVID-19 cases in Queensland including maps of cases by HHS and LGA, likely source of infection, age and gender, testing completed, and self-quarantine notices issued, can be found here: www.health.qld.gov.au/covid-data

11.01.2022 We are open today and have appointments available. Call 3286 1122 or book online via https://bit.ly/2wtqK6w

11.01.2022 Our latest newsletter is out now. It includes important information about changes to the telehealth billing policy that will take affect from Monday 12th October. To access the newsletter click the following link http://bit.ly/PHNews10-20

11.01.2022 November is full of Pivotal Health birthdays! More cake today to celebrate Dr Simone's birthday over the weekend. Happy Birthday Simone!

11.01.2022 Day 11 - Mirena joined us at our annual Christmas dinner last night. A great night was had by all.

11.01.2022 Congratulations to our Dr Russell who competed in the Raby Bay Triathlon yesterday! We are proud of you!

10.01.2022 Happy first day of Spring!

10.01.2022 Happy Birthday for yesterday Dr Tristan!

10.01.2022 Our closest testing centre is the Redlands Respiratory Clinic based on the grounds of the Redlands Hospital on Weippin Street, Cleveland. Follow the signs on Weippin Street.

09.01.2022 Day 13 - Looks like Mirena has been getting the munchies..... We found her getting into our Christmas treats in the tea room.

09.01.2022 Day 3 - Today Mirena launches our Chirstmas Coloring In Competition. The competition will run until 5pm Monday 21st December. The best entry will win a $40 Events Cinema voucher. Simply pop into the practice to pick up a colouring sheet or download here https://bit.ly/33zf1As , colour in and return to the practice with your name, age and phone number. Winner will be announced and contacted on Tuesday 22nd December. We are looking for creative and colourful entries to brighte...n up our practice this festive season. GOOD LUCK!

09.01.2022 Day 4 - Stuck to the wall for the weekend to ensure Mirena doesn't get up to any Elf mischief this weekend.

09.01.2022 More locations added to the contact tracing list.

09.01.2022 COVID-19 update for Gold Coast From 8am tomorrow, restrictions on gatherings and aged care will extend to the Gold Coast, after two Pimpama residents test...ed positive to COVID-19. Gatherings in peoples homes and outdoors are limited to 10 people for residents in Gold Coast, Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan City, Scenic Rim, Somerset, Lockyer Valley, Moreton Bay, and Redlands council areas. Everywhere else, gatherings in peoples homes and outdoors are limited to 30 people. Visits to aged care and disability accommodation services are limited on the Gold Coast and in Greater Brisbane, Ipswich and surrounds. Venues and events that follow COVID Safe Industry Plans can continue operating, including cafs, restaurants, clubs, pubs, weddings and funerals. Please stay safe: Wash hands often and thoroughly Maintain social distancing Cover coughs or sneezes Stay at home if unwell Get tested if youre showing any signs of COVID-19.

07.01.2022 Day 16 - With all of this rain we have seen a couple of spiders trying to get out of the rain.... Mirena met one this morning ...oooooppppss

07.01.2022 We have a number of resources from R U OK? available in the practice. - How to start a conversation? - Where to get help?

07.01.2022 The new GP training term begins this week and we welcome Dr Jessica O'Loughlin to the Pivotal Health family from Wednesday. Jess joins us for her first year of GP training after completing her residency years at the Ipswich Hospital. We look forward to having Jess on board and for you all to meet her.

07.01.2022 A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE https://youtu.be/erHLP29tzPE Today is R U OK? Day Got a feeling that someone you know or care about it isnt behaving as they normally would? Perhaps they seem out of sorts? More agitated or withdrawn? Or theyre just not themselves. Trust that gut instinct and act on it. Learn more about the signs and when its time to ask R U OK? http://ow.ly/Je1T50BlzLv... By starting a conversation and commenting on the changes youve noticed, you could help that family member, friend or workmate open up. If they say they are not ok, you can follow our conversation steps to show them theyre supported and help them find strategies to better manage the load. If they are ok, that person will know youre someone who cares enough to ask.

07.01.2022 We are open today until 4pm. Appointments are available. Not all appointments published online.

07.01.2022 Tomorrow is R U OK?Day, a reminder to start a conversation that could change a life today, tomorrow and any day its needed. Learn what to say after R U OK? so ...you can keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not OK. Visit www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask #RUOKDay #theresmoretosay #RUOK See more

06.01.2022 PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT Queensland Health has added the following new locations where cases of the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre cluster have visited: COOMERA ...15 August 2020, Coomera Westfield, 11:20am to 11:25am 23 August 2020, IGA Coomera, 2:20pm to 2:20pm 24 August 2020, Coomera Westfield, 5:30pm to 6pm 26 August 2020, Coomera Westfield, 9:30am to 10:25am FOREST LAKE 27 August 2020, Priceline Pharmacy, 9am to 9:10am 27 August 2020, Coles Forest Lake Shopping Centre, 9:15am to 9:30am GRACEVILLE 22 August 2020, Graceville Netball Courts & Canteen, Faulkner Park, 1pm to 3pm INDOOROOPILLY 18 August 2020, Spotlight, 9am to 11am 22 August 2020, Kmart, Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, 3:15pm to 4:45pm LARAPINTA 18 August 2020, Logan Motorway BP and McDonalds, 3:50pm 21 August 2020, Logan Motorway BP and McDonalds, 7am 24 August 2020, Logan Motorway BP and McDonalds, 4:20pm to 4:30pm 25 August 2020, Logan Motorway BP and McDonalds, 6:40am to 6:45am 25 August 2020, Logan Motorway BP and McDonalds, 4:20pm to 4:30pm 26 August 2020, Logan Motorway BP and McDonalds, 5:45pm to 5:50pm OXENFORD 22 August 2020, Bunnings Oxenford, Noon to 12:05pm 26 August 2020, Kmart Oxenford, 11am to 11:10am 26 August 2020, Bunnings Oxenford, 11:20am to 11:50am PIMPAMA 15 August 2020, Pimpama Junction Centre, 10am to 11:50am 16 August 2020, Chemist Warehouse Pimpama City Centre, 8:20am to 8:30am 16 August 2020, Pimpama Junction Centre, 12:20pm to 12:25pm 16 August 2020, Zarraffas Pimpama City, 10am 17 August 2020, Zarraffas Pimpama City, 6:30am 17 August 2020, Coles Express Pimpama City Centre, 6:18am 17 August 2020, Coles Express Pimpama City Centre, 4:25pm 19 August 2020, Zarraffas Pimpama City, 6:30am 21 August 2020, Coles Express Pimpama City Centre, 9pm 22 August 2020, United Service Station Pimpama, 4:00pm to 4:20pm 22 August 2020, Pimpama McDonalds, 8:30am to 9:30am 22 August 2020, Coles Pimpama City, 1pm to 2pm 23 August 2020, Coles Pimpama City, 2:10pm to 2:20pm 23 August 2020, Coles Pimpama City, 4:05pm to 4:20pm 26 August 2020, Woolworths Pimpama Junction, 10:40am to 10:50am 26 August 2020, Woolworths Pimpama Junction, Noon to 12:15pm 26 August 2020, Zazars Kebabs, 12:15am to 12:25am REDLAND BAY 21 August 2020, Southern Bay Cyclones Rugby Union (Cyclones vs Logan Saints), 8pm to 10pm SOUTHPORT 26 August 2020, GCUH Fever clinic, 7pm to 7:20pm TOOWOOMBA 16 August 2020, The Southern Hotel Toowoomba, 8:15am to 10am 16 August 2020, Queens Park Markets East Toowoomba, 10am to 11am UPPER COOMERA 17 August 2020, Coles (72 Reserve Road) Upper Coomera, 8pm to 8:10pm WOOLOONGABBA 27 August 2020, PAH Fever Clinic, 12:40pm to 12:55pm Anyone who has been to these locations at the times specified should monitor their health and if they develop any COVID-19 symptoms, even mild, get tested.

06.01.2022 Just a reminder that it has been highly recommended by QLD Health that ALL staff, patients and visitors wear a mask whilst in the practice. We understand that not everyone is able or comfortable to wear a mask. If this is you, please discuss this with us to ensure that we keep you safe and well.

06.01.2022 New locations added to the contact tracing list linked to the hotel cleaner who tested positive COVID

06.01.2022 Very 2020! 3 More days to go

05.01.2022 Need to be tested for COVID but we are closed? There are a number of testing centres open 7 days a week. The closest to us is : Redlands COVID Respiratory Clinic Community Health Centre (Redlands Hospital)... Weippin Street Cleveland Open 7 days 8:30am-4pm QLD Health has been opening other clinics this week. For other testing centres go to http://ow.ly/5TNq50Bbklz

04.01.2022 When was the last time you had your skin checked? Early detection is key in the fight against Melanoma. Book your skin check appointment today.

04.01.2022 Day 23 - Lemonade for sale .... 50cents

04.01.2022 Day 17 - within all of the COVID updates and reviewing our policies Mirena managed to get up to a little mischief today and lighten the mood.

03.01.2022 Day 6 - That cheeky elf Mirena escaped from the wall over the weekend and was caught this morning in the photocopier.

03.01.2022 We are all back on deck tomorrow for 2021 from 7:30am for all of your GP needs.

03.01.2022 Some helpful hints for this Monday morning.

02.01.2022 Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer, so getting the Cervical Screening Test every five years (formerly known as the pap smear) is an important way for early detection. Learn more about the importance of screening, here: http://cancerscreening.com.au/cervical/

02.01.2022 Not just adults we need to think about on R U OK? Day.

02.01.2022 We are open today until 4pm for all of your GP needs. We will then be closed for 4 days and reopen on Tuesday 29th December at 7.30am. Call 3286 1122 for an appointment as not all appointments may be published online.

02.01.2022 Wishing you all a lovely Christmas. We know that some of you have been affected by the new COVID border restrictions and we will be thinking of you all today.

02.01.2022 UPDATED COVID ALERT!!! We have changed our COVID Patient Alert based on the latest information from the QLD Public Health Unit. Please ensure you read all signage prior to entering the practice. If you have returned from Victoria since the 21st December 2020, you must be tested for COVID. ... FOR EVERYONE'S SAFETY PLEASE DO NOT ENTER THE PRACTICE IF you have returned from Victoria since 21st December you have had known close contact with someone who has returned from greater Sydney since 11th December or Victoria since 21st December you have had contact with a known case of COVID you have any flu like or COVID symptoms i.e. - sore throat - runny nose - fever - cough - loss of taste and/or smell - vomiting and/or nausea - diarrhoea - fatigue - sneezing WE WILL STILL SEE YOU EITHER BY TELEPHONE OR OTHER SAFE CONSULTATION OPTIONS. We thank you for your continued support and compliance with our COVD safe policies.

02.01.2022 Day 20 - WATCH OUT! Snow ball fight!

02.01.2022 As you know we are asking that all patients wear masks when entering the practice. If children tolerate a mask it is great if they could wear one. If not we completely understand. We are unable to get childrens size masks but here is a handy video on how to easily adjust a normal surgical mask to fit a childs face or smaller adult face.

02.01.2022 URGENT: Please ensure that you read and understand the following information prior to entering Pivotal Health for ANY reason (i.e. not just appointments). DO NOT ENTER if you or any known contacts have visited Sydney's Northern Beaches or Greater Sydney since 11th December 2020. If you fall into the above category you must call prior to entry . If you require an appointment or need to be COVID tested under QLD guidelines, please call the practice and you will be offered a t...elehealth appointment. We need your help to keep everyone safe and well. Thank you for your assistance

01.01.2022 This Christmas and New Year we will only be closed on the public holidays. For medical care when we are closed Bulk Billed Home Visits call Hello Home Doctor Service on 134 100.... Closest Emergency Department is Redland Hospital Phone 3488 3111 For all life threatening emergencies please call @qldambulance

01.01.2022 Did you know that Dr Hunter performs Vasectomies in the practice? A New Years resolution maybe?? Make an appointment with Dr Hunter to find out more information or https://pivotalhealth.com.au/services/vasectomy/

01.01.2022 Youre never too young to look out for one another and ask R U OK? When you ask the question, youre not expected to fix their problems or know the best way to help and support. But you can listen to what theyre saying and tell a teacher, school counsellor or trusted adult if youre worried about someone. R U OK? has tips and resources that guide you on what to say when theyre not OK.... Learn what to say after R U OK? at www.ruok.org.au