Smith Street Practice in Tamworth, New South Wales | Medical centre

Smith Street Practice

Locality: Tamworth, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6766 7755

Address: 7 Smith Street 2340 Tamworth, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.smithstreetpractice.com.au

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25.01.2022 Non-urgent / Routine appointments: Please be advised there is currently a 3-4 week wait time for routine/non-urgent appointments (e.g. check ups, cervical screening, RMS medicals). It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure you see your usual doctor. Please call 6766 7755 after 11:00 am weekdays to secure an appointment.

23.01.2022 *Announcement* Smith Street Practice is implementing an automated reminder system via HotDoc. We are in the early days of rolling out this process and some of you may have already received a text message reminding you of your need for an appointment. To avoid any confusion below is template of what one of these messages may look like, all you need to do is follow the link and fill in your details as prompted.... Step 1) Receiving the text reminder, open the link. Step 2) Verify your details Step 3) View the details of your reminder The system is accepted as being in line with the RACGP standards for confidentiality. We understand this will be a learning process for both the practice and our patients, so feel free to call if you have any concerns or encounter and problems utilizing the new reminder system.

23.01.2022 In these tough times we are going through, many people are struggling to maintain good mental health and wellbeing. If you or a loved one are having difficulties, please make arrangements to see one of our team. There is always someone to listen and help as we all navigate COVID-19 together. There are also many great online resources available as a starting point, with specific support for people of all ages, cultural backgrounds and diverse communities. Details for a rang...e of resources are available via the link below. https://www.emhprac.org.au//uploads/2020/03/COVID-19-Facts

21.01.2022 If your child is sick, keep them at home. For primary school aged children, call your GP and ask about getting your child tested for COVID-19. COVID-19 sympto...ms can include fever, cough, sore/scratchy throat, shortness of breath, loss of smell or loss of taste, as well as other reported symptoms including fatigue, runny nose, muscle pain, joint pain, headache, diarrhoea, nausea/vomiting and loss of appetite. For more information: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/symptoms-and-testing

19.01.2022 Friendly reminder that we will be closed over the Christmas period from the afternoon of the 24th of December, to Tuesday the 29th of December and so we ask that you double check your scripts and book in advance to avoid the Christmas rush or potentially running out of medications. Cheers, The Smith Street Practice Team.

18.01.2022 Face masks are one important part of staying safe when out and about - do you know how to use one safely? Here is a handy guide to using disposable masks!

13.01.2022 The World Health Organisation website has some great information on the "Do's and Don'ts" of wearing a range of face masks. https://www.who.int//advice-for-/when-and-how-to-use-masks

10.01.2022 If you have a specialist appointment coming up, please make sure you have a valid referral before you attend your appointment. If you are unsure, call the Practice and the friendly staff can check for you.

10.01.2022 Staying active during COVID-19 It is important to remain active during COVID-19 conditions to support both your physical and mental health. According to the Government Department of Health, the recommendations are: ... You can still exercise in some public places. You can meet up with a friend, family member, or trainer. You can: walk jog ride a bike or scooter kick a ball at an oval Just remember to stay home if you are unwell, keep 1.5 metres apart, avoid physical contact, and wash your hands. At home: Physical activity you can do at home includes: Weights training if you don’t have any weights, make your own with filled water bottles, cans or jars Yoga Pilates Backyard sports Going up and down stairs On-the-spot running, star jumps, sit ups and push ups Gardening Dancing Virtual fitness classes Zoom or skype group lounge exercises with your friends For more information, visit: https://www.health.gov.au/

09.01.2022 COVID-19 & Travel: NSW Health recommends the following regarding travel: It is important to: ... Follow the rules for NSW Gatherings that apply to individuals and businesses Follow physical and social distancing guidelines Practise good hand hygiene Take extra care if you’re around vulnerable people Stay home if you have any symptoms, even if they are only mild In addition: If you are not currently travelling on the public transport network during peak times, now is not the time to start. All international travel is banned. For more information, visit the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs: https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/ All non-essential domestic travel should be avoided. Travel within NSW: Currently no limit on the distance a person may travel You can go on holiday anywhere in NSW For more information about travel in NSW, contact Service NSW on 13 77 88 For more information on any of the above, see the NSW Health COVID-19 website: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19 or the Australian Government Department of Health: https://www.health.gov.au/

09.01.2022 Call now for your 2020 Flu Vaccination if you haven't yet had one!

08.01.2022 2020 Flu Vaccines We currently have good supply of this years' flu vaccine. If you have not yet had your flu injection this year, please call the Practice on 6766 7755 to make an appointment, or ask your Doctor or Nurse for one when you are next in.

07.01.2022 JUST GOT TESTED FOR COVID-19? Click on the below link for further information after your Covid-19 test. https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//covid-19/pub/got-tested.pdf

06.01.2022 If your child is sick, keep them at home. For children under 5 years, if they have symptoms like a runny nose, fever, cough or sore throat, call your GP. In an... emergency, please call 000 or go to your closest emergency department. For more information: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/symptoms-and-testing

05.01.2022 Smith Street Practice would like to advise that as of October 1, Telehealth (phone) consultations are no longer routinely bulk-billed. This action coincides with the revised Medicare guidelines for phone consultations for GP's. Smith Street Practice does, however, offer a reduced fee for these privately billed consultations. This means that after the Medicare rebate, patients will be $30 out-of-pocket for their telephone consultations. If you prefer to have a face-to-face consultation with your doctor, a normal fee will apply.

04.01.2022 How to make your own face masks! Victoria State Government have a great step by step guide to make your own mask. Visit: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au//Design%20and%20preparation%20

03.01.2022 A snippet from today's Northern Daily Leader written by Smith Street Practice GP Dr Miriam Grotowski, and Professor Jenny May.