The Healthy Bear in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Doctor

The Healthy Bear

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9654 6088

Address: 267 Collins St 3000 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://thehealthybear.com/about

Likes: 8635

Add/Update information

Reviews

Tags

• Doctor
• Medical and health
• Health & wellness website

25.01.2022 Morning Melbourne

25.01.2022 For anyone who depends on lip reading this is an excellent hack when wearing a mask.

25.01.2022 BC Canada, NYC, Sydney and VIC health agencies have suggested glory hole sex as a COVID safer form of sex, but what are the risks?

24.01.2022 With the recent Grindr assault just wanted to share some safety tips. Please share with your mates if they are active on the apps.

24.01.2022 Ive seen a few people sharing this pic making fun of this lady. What I see is a person who is wearing a face mask and who has made an effective face shield out... of what she could access. Over this week we are going to see people doing their best with face masks and protection. Now is a time to support each other. See someone without a mask and you have a spare? Gift this person the protection they need. The vast majority are doing what they can with what they have. What hacks have you found during the lockdown? See more

23.01.2022 Quick guide to starting PrEP. https://isprepforme.com/how-to-start-prep/

23.01.2022 Check out this video I found from the NHK network in Japan. Simple experiment - put glowing paint onto a persons hands and see what happens in a dinner setting... Ill let the video speak for itself. Team: Hand washing is important, soap and water is amazing, alcohol based hand sanitiser if you cant get to water. Important times are : before you eat, after going to the bathroom and any time you are going to touch your face. ... Stay safe team! See more

23.01.2022 On the first of February 2020 the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) changed the poisons schedule moving amyl products from a grey zone of leather/video head cleaner/room odoriser to a medicine - for most products it means you would now need a prescription from a doctor. Some products were completely banned and one group was listed to be able to be sold via pharmacies after consultation. So what has this meant in the community?...Continue reading

23.01.2022 Please stay safe in the smoke. If you are looking at masks the minimum would be a P2 or N95 mask. Surgical masks or the foam masks do nothing! They need to fi...t tight against the face- men shave your beard! Also consider keeping away from smoke as much as you can. HEPA air purifier can also be an option for rooms you spend most of your time in. See more

21.01.2022 Quick thoughts on Covid and travel.

21.01.2022 I've had a few patient without medicare who have been paying hundreds of dollars for PrEP. I was happy to share that they are allowed to import PrEP into Australia. The price is much better than the aussie retail. Full details are available here: https://isprepforme.com/import-prep/

20.01.2022 Seriously! Who is the amazing doggo!

19.01.2022 For those who are on PrEP but struggling to get in with your doctor... You know you can do PrEP via telehealth right? If you would like an appointment you can book on (03) 9654 6088, full details here: https://bit.ly/PrEP-telehealth https://youtu.be/8GW4XlnGm2w

17.01.2022 Melbourne is so quiet.

14.01.2022 Today I wanted to share some thoughts to consider when it comes to dining out during the COVID-19 pandemic wherever you are in the world. Eating in a cafe or restaurant presents an set of circumstances that when the Coronavirus comes into play could make transmission a risk. This video was created as a way to stimulate conversation about ways to enjoy dining out while still staying COVID safe.

14.01.2022 Hey team, there has been a measles case in Sydney. If you are not sure of your vaccination status it may be worth considering getting a top up. Your immunity can also be checked with a simple blood test. If you are HIV positive, consider getting your immunity checked, if you need a top up and your CD-4 count is above 200 you should be safe to get the vaccination however talk with your doctor. Early signs of measles include: cough, runny nose, sticky itchy eyes, fever and rash... that covers most of the body including the palms of the hands. If you feel you may have measles, seek medical attention. Ask to be seated away from other people and wear a face mask to reduce risk of spread. Measles is spread from droplets from coughs and sneezes. Pls share if you have friends that may be at risk. See more

13.01.2022 Quick update on Masks. https://thehealthybear.com/soom-face-mask-review/

12.01.2022 This was shared in a American friends wall... Spot the problem? ***When you get tested, you must isolate at home until you get the result*** WIthout this vital... part we will have ongoing infections.. If you were worried enough to get the test, you are urged (and in some places, under law) to stay home, isolated till you get your result. NO shops, NO dinners and especially No visiting Grandma!!! See more

11.01.2022 facemask pattern for guys with beards...

11.01.2022 Just wanted to reassure people that while telehealth is great sometimes 1:1 appointments are needed! I am here for you baby! Clarification of Telehealth and 1:1 appointments during the Coronavirus Crisis. https://youtu.be/NQ79KHb6Hp0

10.01.2022 With the lockdown easing people are now weighing up the pros and cons of sex and intimacy... New guidance was published by Australias sexual health body this week, this is a quick roundup of their guide.

10.01.2022 Quick mental health check in... How are you going? This is a video I made last night sharing some of my own frustrations but also some tips for self care during a world crisis... Hugs! What are you doing to care for you? COVID-19 Mental Health Check In

10.01.2022 A recent publication by ASHM has mentioned some new HIV infections in the context of people having stopped PrEP due to social distancing with COVID. This article is a quick guide to PrEP, how to start it again as well as PrEP on demand during the Coronavirus Pandemic. https://thehealthybear.com/covid-prep-hiv/

09.01.2022 So today is RUOK today. I know that some people have concerns that it is trite or worse that it offers no real support for people who are struggling. I agree, everyday we should be able to talk with people about how we are going. We should be able to feel safe to say stuff like, look I am having a tough time and I dont know what to do without having someone tap us on the back of the hand and say, oh well thats not good, hope it improves. You see one of the biggest issues ...is that we are never taught how we can all help a person who is in psychological distress... Some tips from a dude who has worked in psychiatry. -Listen. Open your ears, shut your mouth. Let people express how they are feeling. -Ask are you looking for help? Can I help guide you to help? -Never be afraid to ask are you worried you might harm yourself?... Asking the question reduces the risk of suicide. It literally can save a life. I does not implant the idea of self harm or suicide. Remember you dont have to fix the problem, but we can all be part of the solution. Listen, offer help to getting an appointement with their GP, or if they are really low grab their hand and bring them to the emergency department for further urgent help. We are all capable of helping people, we just need to get past the fear of opening a can of worms. If there are worms its ok, we can all help people gather them up and guide the worms to the garden where they serve a better purpose. If you are feeling low please reach out. If the first person you asked may not have read this post, reach out again. We are out there and we do care and want to help. Can I ask 2 things... 1) please share this post and 2) please watch this video of a presentation I did in the USA a few years back. Hugs. Dr George https://youtube.com/watch?v=GJV_WNmNJ9I

08.01.2022 Just a quick video to alert about a recent spike in gay app fishing/scamming. Be on the lookout for any profile that is looks for verification - Video explains the standard process they follow.

07.01.2022 Surely Im not the only person whos hands are being slammed with all the washing? Here is what I am doing to protect my digits from getting too dry and breaking down! Protect your hands baby, you need them! Protecting Your Hands During The COVID-19 Crisis

07.01.2022 To anyone who needs this today!

06.01.2022 Ohh the podcast I recorded this week is out! Lots of stuff covered including the Palaeolithic reason why having an erection is bad when being chased my a lion! Welcome to my crazy mind.

06.01.2022 Hey team... So yes, with Coronavirus leading to many people being socially isolated Ive had a few people asking about tips for early exploration of anal play... https://youtu.be/dVFMXC7Tsn8...Continue reading

06.01.2022 This isnt going to be popular but I urge you to please share... Please dont knit face masks... They are not safe and I explain why in this video. COVID-19. Please dont knit face masks.

06.01.2022 For anyone living with HIV in Australia the medications Stribild and Eviplera are being taken off the PBS. If you are on either of these medications its an idea to talk with your HIV doctor to talk about different medication options you could look at.

05.01.2022 Dear Candice. I hope you get all you rightly deserve in life.

05.01.2022 WHO has multilingual courses on COVID-19... please share and help people stay informed! https://openwho.org/courses?topic=COVID-19

05.01.2022 Hey Team: A quick roundup of the current masks I am recommending if you are sewing or buying masks during the COVID-19 pandemic. As mentioned in the video: Jesse Mask: https://media.rainpos.com/220/jessemask.pdf plat Mask: https://aplat.com/blogs/shus-notebook/diy-cloth-face-mask SoomLab Masks: http://soomlabmasks.com... Please stay safe, keep washing your hands, using physical distance and only leaving home if absolutely essential. Please stay safe. Together we will get thought this pandemic!

03.01.2022 Just some thoughts on how we may want to approach intimacy with the loosening of lock down restrictions...

03.01.2022 [New Mask Rules For Melbourne: Links to patterns and recommended face mask supplier] New face mask rules will be enforced from Wednesday - you must wear a face ...mask when outside of the house in Melbourne and Mitchell Shire Press release here: https://www.premier.vic.gov.au//200719-Face-Coverings-Mand Links from video: Patterns for face masks: Pleated surgical style Face Masks: https://sarahmaker.com/how-to-sew-a-surgical-face-mask-for/ Easy sewn Olsen Face Masks: https://www.google.com//free-fabric-face-mask-sewin/%3Famp The mentioned Soom Masks: https://bit.ly/soomlabs discount code: get-the-discount Dont forget that hand washing and social distancing is now super important. When putting on and taking off your masks, dont touch the front, that is where the virus will be if its been filtered out. Stay safe team. George **Please share with anyone that may be needing help finding patterns or places to get masks. **

02.01.2022 One of the more common questions I am asked around HIV testing is how accurate is the test, during the 90 days of the window period... This post helps share how accurate the test is during those 90 days. https://rapidhivtesting.com.au/how-accurate-is-the-hiv-tes/

01.01.2022 TL:DR How to restart PrEP Spring has sprung, lockdown is opening up as are people’s sex lives. If you are on PrEP and have stopped during the lockdown this vide...o explain how to restart. Key points: -If you have had sex without PrEP in place it’s very important to get a full sexual health screening before you restart. -if you are gay or a man having sex with other men you just need to take 2 tablets of PrEP 2 to 24 hours before your next sexual encounter. You then return to daily tablets. PrEP on demand may be other option details here: https://isprepforme.com/consent/on-demand/ - If you are female, a person with trans experience or a heterosexual male you need to take one tablet of PrEP daily for 7 days before you will have protective levels of the medication. - As always talk with your doctor and be sure to get a regular sexual health screening. Please feel free to share if you have any friends on PrEP who might find this helpful. Dr George