Warrawong Medical Centre in Warrawong, New South Wales, Australia | Medical and health

Warrawong Medical Centre

Locality: Warrawong, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 4275 1800

Address: 43 King St 2502 Warrawong, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 If you’re worried about your health during the COVID-19 pandemic, try the online Coronavirus (COVID-19) Symptom Checker. It will give you fast, quality health information and advice and let you know what to do next: bit.ly/396KOst

25.01.2022 Are you finding it difficult talking to your child about the coronavirus? It's normal to be feeling anxious at these times and it’s natural for children to p...ick up on our feelings and emotions. Children may need extra attention and reassurance and it is important we ask them how they are feeling and clarify any misunderstandings. We’ve developed an online booklet for young children you can read together that explains what the coronavirus is and how we can stop it from spreading. Download it here: https://bit.ly/3aKRiPd

25.01.2022 An ode to our incredible health workers. Painted in Melbourne by Brigitte Dawson and Melissa Turner.

24.01.2022 The NSW Government is strongly encouraging NSW citizens to wear a mask in high-risk settings to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in NSW. Wearing a face mask... provides an additional physical barrier to protect the community and help reduce community transmission. Continue to practise physical distancing, wash your hands regularly and if you are unwell stay in and get tested. For more information about the protection that masks provide against COVID-19 visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au/media-/health-advice-update-on-masks

23.01.2022 Warrawong Medical Centre will be closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day. Wishing you all a happy, healthy and safe holiday season. From everyone at the practice.

20.01.2022 Happy 2020! We will be re-open tomorrow (2nd January).

18.01.2022 Smoke from bushfires is affecting large parts of NSW, reducing air quality. Follow these tips to reduce exposure to bushfire smoke. Find out more: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//a/Pages/bushfire-smoke.aspx

17.01.2022 ARE YOU USING A SPACER? With the current air quality conditions around Australia people with #asthma are relying on their reliever / puffer medication more hea...vily. It is very important that you use a #spacer with your puffer. Using a spacer allows more medicine to get into the airways where it is needed. A spacer is recommended for all ages, not just children. http://ow.ly/NCbi50xVJhR #AsthmaMedication

16.01.2022 Even if you have very mild symptoms get tested for COVID-19. Find a COVID 19 clinic near you: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics

15.01.2022 Having trouble keeping on top of your child’s vaccinations? See how the free Save The Date To Vaccinate app sends reminders straight to your phone.

15.01.2022 #CONSERVEPOWER Bushfires in Southern NSW have impacted the electricity network with reports supply stations and transmission lines in the Snowy Mountains have b...een damaged. Matt Kean MP is calling on residents across NSW reduce their demand on the electricity network tonight. Things you can do to help: - turn off pool pumps - set your air conditioner to 24 or 25 degrees - not use washing machines, dryers or dishwashers - turning off appliances and lights in rooms not being used AEMO, TransGrid and energy distributors are working to keep power supply stable. For more information: https://bit.ly/2FlawNu

14.01.2022 Five cases of measles acquired in Sydney Be alert for symptoms of measles as there are now five people diagnosed with measles who hadn’t travelled outside Sydne...y. All five people first developed symptoms between Christmas and New Year’s Day and there may be other people infected with measles who haven’t yet seen a doctor or been tested. Read the full media release: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20200104_3.aspx

14.01.2022 While not everyone is eligible for this procedure, it gives us hope for future breakthroughs

11.01.2022 The best way to protect yourself and your family from novel coronavirus is to practice good hygiene. Find out more: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//dise/Pages/coronavirus.aspx #novelcoronavirus #coronavirus #2019nCoV

09.01.2022 Button Batteries are found in many toys and novelties which are around at Christmas. If ingested, button batteries can become stuck just above the stomach and s...tart to cause serious, life threatening burns in less than 2 hours. Babies and toddlers are at particular risk as they put everything in their mouths and their small size means batteries are more likely to become lodged. Keep all button batteries and products containing button batteries out of reach of children. If you think a battery has been swallowed call the Poisons Centre on 131126. More information can be found on our website. https://www.poisonsinfo.nsw.gov.au//Button-Battery-Factshe

09.01.2022 Bulk Billing Doctors available 6 days. Visit our website to book online!

08.01.2022 There has been a lot of discussion amongst my colleagues in general practice about the response to the novel coronavirus outbreak. I have just spoken at length ...with Kerry Chant from NSW Health about this. (Chinese subtitles are available: ) They are very clear that they are asking people to call their GP for a conversation -- not to attend in person. It is important that you have clear instructions. If you have travelled to China in the past 14 days and you have symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat or breathlessness, please avoid contact with other people. Do not go into crowded places, or take public transport. Do not go to your GP. General practices are not equipped to handle a case of this virus. If you are unwell, you can phone your GP, or your nearest emergency department or call the HealthDirect helpline on 1800 022 222 for advice. If you have suspected novel coronavirus, you will require specialized investigation, isolation and treatment in a hospital. We understand that advice will evolve as more information about the incubation period and the transmission of the virus emerges. #coronavirus #Sydney #CoronaOutbreak #update

08.01.2022 WARNINGDid you know the temperature under the canopy of an enclosed pram can be up to 15 degrees hotter than outside? On hot days, keep you and your baby cool and seek shade. For more tips on keeping bub #HealthyInTheHeat visit: www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/HealthyInTheHeat

08.01.2022 Not sure how long your child should stay home from childcare, preschool or school with an infectious illness? Check out the recommended minimum periods of exclusion: https://bit.ly/2VRuzvV

08.01.2022 TELEHEALTH: Important changes to telehealth appointments will take effect next week. From Monday 20th July you will only be eligible to receive rebates on telehealth appointments if you have attended a physical consultation at the Practice within the last 12 months. Medicare have strengthened these arrangements in line with advice from the Australian Medical Association and RACGP to promote patients receiving continuous care from a regular GP. If you require a telehealth con...sultation and have not attended the Practice within this period, a full, private fee will apply. Exemptions apply for infants aged <12 months. For more information or to book an appointment please contact Reception or visit our website www.warrawongmedicalcentre.com.au

08.01.2022 If you are experiencing flu symptoms, we ask that you call the practice first to seek advice before turning up and entering the building. Thank you.

07.01.2022 MEASLES WARNING: If you've spent time in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs and Inner West over the past week be alert for symptoms of measles. Symptoms include fever, so...re eyes and a cough followed three or four days later by a red blotchy rash. List of locations below. Saturday 28 December - Flemington Markets, Parramatta Road, Homebush, 10.30am to 1pm Hong Dat Butcher, 299 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, around 1.30-2pm - Cityheroes Pool & Billiards, 6/505 George St, Sydney 2000, from 3pm 6.30pm Sunday 29 December - Roll’d restaurant, Sydney International Airport, from 2.30pm 8.30pm Monday 30 December - Chemist Warehouse Marrickville, 3/258 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, around 7.30-8.30pm - Vietnamese Street Food, 294 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, from 9-10pm Wednesday 1 January - Cang Restaurant Mascot, Etherden Walk, Mascot NSW 2020. 1-2.30pm Saturday 28 December Thursday 2nd January - Kiara North Apartment Building, 671- 675 Gardeners Road, Mascot NSW 2020 Public transport: 28 December 2019 - Train: (Mascot to Flemington) at between 9am to 9.30am - Train (Flemington to Redfern) departing between 12-12.30pm - Bus (Redfern to Marrickville) replacement bus for train around 1.15pm - Bus 418 (Marrickville to Mascot) departing around 1.50-2pm - Train Mascot to Town Hall (arrived Town Hall at 3pm) - Train from Museum to Mascot departing around 6pm 29 December 2019 - Bus 420 or 400 Mascot to Intl Airport 2:30pm - Bus 400 or 420 Intl Airport to Mascot, at 8:10pm 30 December 2019 - Bus 418: At 7pm caught bus to Marrickville shops from Mascot - Bus 418 from Marrickville to Mascot, departing 9.30pm 31 December 2019 - Bus 418 to Marrickville (from Mascot) at 12pm - Bus 418 Marrickville to Mascot at 1.30pm While the locations pose no ongoing threat to the public, people who may have been exposed to the woman, by being in the same place at the same time, are at risk of developing measles until 19 January, as it can take up to 18 days for symptoms to develop following exposure to measles. Unvaccinated people who attended the same locations on the same day and at the same time as this case should contact their local public health unit on 1300 066 055 for advice.

07.01.2022 COVID-19 advice for people returning from high risk countries NSW Health urges people returning from Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Japan, Singapo...re, South Korea and Thailand to be vigilant in monitoring themselves for respiratory symptoms or fever. In addition to the outbreak in mainland China, there are increasing reports of transmission of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) or the potential for outbreaks in these countries. Read the full media release: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20200228_00.aspx

07.01.2022 Flare-ups do happen, and in children they are most often caused by colds and flu. These are almost impossible to avoid. A flare-up is different to having #asthm...a symptoms. They are generally more severe and require urgent medical attention. A sign that a flare-up is looming is where your child’s symptoms don’t respond to reliever medications, or return quickly after a dose. Learn more about flare ups here: http://ow.ly/6pkM50ycFY5

06.01.2022 Have you been wondering whether you should wear a mask? Currently, face masks are not recommended for the general population.

06.01.2022 Stay home and get tested for COVID-19 if you have any symptoms. Find a COVID-19 clinic near you: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics

05.01.2022 Technology + healthcare =

05.01.2022 A great video to show kids if they're feeling a bit nervous about getting tested.

04.01.2022 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

02.01.2022 Newest information regarding Covid-19--- please disregard previous update Anyone returning from overseas (any country) in the last 14 days and have flu-like symptoms needs to contact us by phone. Doctors are able to do phone assessments only. Unwell patients should not attend the surgery.... If required, our doctors can write a referral to be tested at both Southern IML Pathology and Laverty Pathology. Patients need to call them first and make an appointment to be tested - you can't just turn up. Southern IML Pathology tel: 4224 7474 37 Denison Street, Wollongong OR Laverty Pathology tel: 4295 8900 Suite 10, Centre Health Complex 9-25 Captain Cook Drive Barrack Heights If severely unwell, patients should attend the emergency department. Patients need to wear a mask.

01.01.2022 We are open again today (27th Dec.) We hope you had a lovely Christmas. We will close again on 1st January.

01.01.2022 We are NOT a COVID-19 testing clinic. If you have an flu symptoms, have returned from overseas, or been in contact with someone with flu symptoms DO NOT enter our medical centre. Call reception first for advice on your next steps to take. You must self-isolate for 14 days if you: have returned from overseas travel (from any country) have had close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19... are unwell with symptoms If you do not isolate yourself correctly, you may put others at risk.