Rich River Health Group in Echuca, Victoria | Medical centre

Rich River Health Group

Locality: Echuca, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5480 6700

Address: 214 Ogilvie Ave 3564 Echuca, VIC, Australia

Website: https://familydoctor.com.au/echuca

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25.01.2022 Next week - July 13-20 is National Diabetes Week Diabetes affects 1.1 million Australians - if you are one, or may be at risk of developing diabetes, see one of our doctors today to make sure your diabetes is well controlled and minimise complications.

25.01.2022 It's important that we continue to reach out and support those around us throughout difficult time. It's also just as important to remember to ask for help as well as the company and care of those supporting us. Don't forget to seek support as well as give it. #selfcare #lookafteryourself #community

25.01.2022 As regional Victoria prepares to enter into Stage 3 restrictions this week, we want to remind you that we will still be open our regular hours;moving forward - for both face to face and telehealth/telephone consultations! Also note the 5km rule does not apply for medical care. We are still here to look after your and your family's health, and we have taken all precautions to ensure the practice is safe to attend including social distancing in the waiting room (chairs spaced 1....5m apart), wiping down with disinfectant of surfaces every two hours, touchless payments, staff and doctors wearing masks (and all patients are required to wear masks as per Victorian government requirements) and more. Your safety and health is our priority. You don't have to wait until business hours to book your next appointment - book online at our website anytime day or night!

24.01.2022 Something to think about.... #mondaymotivation #mondaymood #mondaymorning

24.01.2022 It's easy to forget the little wins of life and become overwhelmed with the big things. No matter how small, a win is a win and should be celebrated. #lifeisagame #sundaymood

24.01.2022 It's time for work from home bingo! How many of these can you cross off?

23.01.2022 If you haven't already had your flu shot - we still have vaccinations available (both government funded and private purchases). Also if you had your flu shot early in the year (March/April), you may want to consider a top up flu shot now as the influenze immunisation is only effective for 3 months.

23.01.2022 Keep a dedicated work space. To increase productivity and make sure that you maintain separation between your personal and work life, create a space which is solely dedicated to working. This will reduce distractions and help you to get some emotional distance from your work. #workfromhome #takecareofyourself #tips

22.01.2022 Your health doesn't wait for COVID 19. Neither should your appointment. We have every measure in place to ensure that your visit to our practice is safe as it's important to continue seeing your doctor so that nothing goes undiagnosed. All of our doctors are seeing their patients for face-to-face appointments again and look forward to welcoming you back into the practice.... #dontwaitmate #seeyourgp

21.01.2022 Our GP's are specialists in their field - recognised by the specialist colleges RACGP and ACCRM. Your GP is not just there for a referral or script, but to look after your TOTAL health as a whole - physical and mental. #notjustaGP #specialistinlife #healthmatters #

20.01.2022 While the world is a bit odd at the moment and appointments have been cancelled throughout the year, here's a friendly reminder to ensure that you get your dental check-up this year. #dontwaitmate #checkup #selfcare

20.01.2022 When was the last time you enjoyed a good book? Reading is proven to improve brain connectivity and fight depression symptoms, but it seems to be getting less common to pick up a book. Let's make it popular again. Instead of watching TV or a movie, let's read a book!... #letsreadmore #knowledgeispower #readmorebooks

20.01.2022 The COVIDSafe app is working to help slow the spread of coronavirus. Learn more about how downloading the app can help protect your family and community at www.health.gov.au/resources/apps-and-tools/covidsafe-app #covidsafe #covid19 #download #downloadtheapp

20.01.2022 Our allied health practitioners (including psychologists, physio, podiatrists, dieticians, diabetes educators and more) are all still working and ready to see patients - either in person or on the phone via telehealth. Book in now and dont compromise on your health!

20.01.2022 All too often our own health takes a backseat even though we wouldn't settle for anything less than perfect care when it comes to those we love. This is a reminder to prioritise yourself just as highly as those who you love. #selfcare #wellness #takecareofyourself

20.01.2022 Inspiration to start your weekend! #friyay #inspireme #goodstarttotheweekend

20.01.2022 As of May there were nearly 100,000 fewer GP visits. By December that number is expected to be much larger which is highly concerning. It's very important that you don't miss an appointment or hold off making an appointment because of COVID-19. We are safely conducting face-to-face appointments therefore there is no reason to hold off. Please book in to see your GP. #dontwaitmate

19.01.2022 Australian Red Cross Lifeblood are in urgent need of 16,000 additional people to give blood or plasma by the end of November. Please consider donating. Visit: https://www.donateblood.com.au/

18.01.2022 As the working week comes to an end, its time to laugh! #fridayfeeling #fridayfun #fridayfunday #factfriday #happyfriday

17.01.2022 We have every precaution in place to ensure that our practice is safe for you to see your doctor face-to-face again. You can book your next appointment online or call the practice. #dontwaitmate #seeyourgp #weareopen

17.01.2022 Feeling down and need to talk to someone? 2020 has been tough and being in lockdown or self isolation/quarantine even harder. Talk to one of our understanding GP’s and we can organise 20 medicare subsides visits to a psychologist under a GP plan. Lets all look after each other during these difficult times. - we are here to help. #help #talk #psychologist #isolation #feelingdown #difficulttimes #medicare

16.01.2022 Dont forget to wash your hands - not only does it help prevent the spread of CoViD-19 but also the flu, common colds, gastro bugs and bacteria. #washhands #handwashing #preventionbetterthancure

16.01.2022 If you're working from home at the moment, be sure to schedule and take your breaks. It's important for your mental health to step away from your work and have some 'me time'. #workfromhome #takecareofyourself #tips

15.01.2022 The worst part about wearing a mask is that we can't easily smile to each other! Let's start signing instead of stopping smiling. #signyoursmile #smilemore #positive... You can see more sign language here: http://www.auslan.org.au/dictionary/words/smile-1.html

14.01.2022 As the working week comes to an end, its time to laugh! #fridayfeeling #fridayfun #fridayfunday #factfriday #happyfriday

13.01.2022 We're here for you during these odd times. Please remember to stay in touch with your doctor as they can provide support or simply be someone that you can talk to. We can get through this together. #areyouok #wearehereforyou #community #support

13.01.2022 We are still open for consultations - both in person and by phone/video!

12.01.2022 Happy Sunday! #lazysunday #lookafteryourself #dontwaitmate

11.01.2022 Some words of wisdom for the midweek... #wednesdaywisdom #wednesdayhumpday #wednesdaywords

10.01.2022 Burnout or emotional exhaustion is a state of emotional and physical exhaustion stemming from any of the stressors from life. It's important to recognise burnout and learn how to properly deal with it. This is a great resource to assist with handling burnout and recovering from it. If you need any assistance please reach out and speak with one of our doctors.... https://www.helpguide.org//burnout-prevention-and-recovery #burnout #selfcare #wearehereforyou

09.01.2022 According to Healthdirect, 4 in 10 Australian adults don't get enough sleep and feel tired as a result. Many of us also think that we're getting enough sleep but don't realise that we're not getting quality sleep which means that we still feel tired. So what is quality sleep? According to the Sleep Foundation, the key determinants of quality sleep are:... - Sleeping more time while in bed (at least 85 percent of the total time) - Falling asleep in 30 minutes or less - Waking up no more than once per night; and - Being awake for 20 minutes or less after initially falling asleep. Some ways of making sure that you get a good night of quality sleep include optimising your bedroom, not eating late at night and reassessing your alcohol intake. You can see more ways to get better sleep here: https://www.healthline.com/nutriti/17-tips-to-sleep-better If sleep is an issue for you, talk to one our GPs, they can help. #qualitysleep #selfcare #yourfamilydoctor

08.01.2022 Today is International Men's Day with the theme this year being: Better health for men and boys. The six objectives of International Men's Day are: - Valuing male role models, - Acknowledging the contribution of men and boys,... - Improving male health, - Tackling discrimination and disadvantage, - Fostering positive gender relations, and - Making the world a safer place for everyone. You can see more about International Men's Day here: https://www.internationalmensday.info/

08.01.2022 Just some of the benefits of walking daily include: - increased cardiovascular and pulmonary (heart and lung) fitness - reduced risk of heart disease and stroke - improved management of conditions such as hypertension (high blood pressure), high cholesterol, joint and muscular pain or stiffness, and diabetes... - stronger bones and improved balance - increased muscle strength and endurance - reduced body fat. Make time to put your body first, and get out for a walk each day! You can see more about the benefits of walking here: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au//walking-for-good-heal

07.01.2022 Did you know that you can find out when your doctor is next available and book your next appointment with them online? Our online platform is helping us to create a better patient experience for you with more information and an easy to use interface. Book your next appointment wherever you are, quickly and easily. #telehealth #gp #familydoctor

05.01.2022 We are pleased to have Dr Rohini Jose return to Rich River Health Group. Rohini completed medical school and surgical training in India before making the move to Australia in early 2015. She began her Aussie medical journey in Mount Gambier, South Australia, where she spent two years enjoying rural and remote medicine. She went on to further upskill in Child Health, Emergency Medicine, and Mental Health in Melbourne. She is interested in all aspects of General Practice, particularly Child & Adolescent Health, Mental Health and Minor Procedures. She has returned to Echuca for the last leg of her general practice training, this time bringing her family along. In her spare time she enjoys the outdoors, gardening, and keeping up with her toddler.

05.01.2022 Getting through an anxiety attack or helping someone else isn't always easy but there are a few things that can help. Taking time to go through these steps and repeating them as necessary can be an effective way of handling anxiety. If you need further assistance, you can reach out, we're always here to help.... #dontwaitmate #anxietysupport #anxietytips

05.01.2022 If you're working from home at the moment, try to get into the habit of exercising during the time you would normally be commuting to work. It's important mentally and physically not to fall into a lazy schedule and instead stay as active as possible. You can try:... - online fitness classes, - going for a walk or a run, - going for a bike ride, - stretching. Try to schedule in some more exercise for next week! #workfromhome #takecareofyourself #tips

02.01.2022 If you are concerned you may have CoViD-19, or have a fever or cough/sneeze/runny nose/sore throat - please make a phone appointment first (you can book this online) before coming into the practice - for the safety of other patients and our staff. Thank you!

02.01.2022 There's a lot of talk at the moment about how best to handle working from home but what about staying sane during a normal work week? . It's easy to get into the habit of spending the evening in front of the TV, but breaking that habit can mean something that's exciting to look forward to and makes you feel more productive. ... Try scheduling to learn something new or take the time to teach someone else something new. #takecareofyourself #tips #learnsomethingnew

01.01.2022 Do you have a chronic condition and havent been able to see your doctor to stay on top of things. We can provide advise, care plans and monitoring via telehealth with your regular GP. Don't let your health deteriorate - book in a phone or video consultation now!

01.01.2022 Allergies or COVID-19? September brings with it Spring time which is also the most common time of the year to suffer from allergies. So what is the difference between allergies and COVID-19?... You can keep in mind what your normal allergy symptoms are but it's also good to be aware that: - Viral symptoms are progressive and worsen quickly, and - Allergies are reactive to the environment and normally come and go. If you're unsure of your symptoms, give us a call to speak with a GP and get tested for COVID-19. #spring #allergies #covid19