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24.01.2022 R U OK?Day reminds us that every day is the day to ask someone, "are you okay'? If you or someone you know is struggling, encourage them to seek support and speak to a GP about a mental health care plan. Book an appointment today www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #theresmoretosay #ruok #ruokday

24.01.2022 Please contact us via phone prior to making a booking or visiting the medical centre, if you have any flu-like symptoms, including fever, cough, headache, sore throat, shortness of breath and/or loss of smell or taste Please advise at the time of booking if you have been in an area identified as a COVID-19 hotspot in the last 2 weeks or in close contact with a confirmed case of COVID-19. It is recommended that all patients attending for a face-to-face appointment, wear a ma...sk while inside our practice. Please bring your mask with you, if you have one. Thank you for your understanding during this time.

23.01.2022 During COVID-19 it is important that people with cardiovascular disease continue to follow their care plan and attend regular appointments with their health management team. Book a face to face or telehealth consultations with your GP www.woywoy.ipn.com.au

23.01.2022 1 in 20 kids are born with a birth defect or genetic disease - thats one in every classroom! Jeans for Genes Day is about finding cures for sick kids and supporting the Childrens Medical Research Institute. Help us find tomorrows cures today. Learn more https://www.jeansforgenes.org.au/ #jeansforgenesau

23.01.2022 DID YOU KNOW: Making an Asthma Action Plan is the single most effective way to control your asthma? Action Plans lead to better control of your asthma, less time off work or school, fewer hospital visits, better lung health, and less use of reliever medication. Don’t get stuck with Asthmatic Airways. See your GP for an Asthma Action Plan today! Download the EasyVisit app or visit www.woywoy.ipn.com.au to book an appointment. #AsthmaHealth #AsthmaActionPlan #LungAwarenessMonth #easyvisit #seeyourgpeasily

23.01.2022 Worldwide, 290 million people unaware that they are living with viral hepatitis. Without finding the undiagnosed and linking them to care, millions will continue to suffer, and lives will be lost. On World Hepatitis Day, we call on people from across the world to take action and raise awareness to find the missing millions. Book an appointment with your GP to become aware www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #WorldHepatitisDay #FindtheMissingMillions

23.01.2022 If you have rheumatoid arthritis or psoriatic arthritis and use immunosuppressant medication, the most important thing you can do to manage your arthritis health during COVID-19, is to follow your care plan and attend regular appointments with your health management team. Book a face to face or telehealth consultations with your GP www.woywoy.ipn.com.au

22.01.2022 Do you know the difference an Asthma Action Plan makes? Action Plans can lead to better control of your asthma, fewer flare-ups, and less use of reliever medication. Ask your GP for an Asthma Action Plan now www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #AsthmaHealth #AsthmaActionPlan #LungAwarenessMonth

21.01.2022 Spring is here, which may cause some problems for your asthma. Take a breather this National Asthma Awareness week and focus on your asthma health. Book an Asthma check-up with your GP today! www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #AsthmaWeek2020 #AsthmaHealth

21.01.2022 Welcome to 2021! We wish all of our patients a very happy and healthy new year. #2021

20.01.2022 The Daffodil Day Appeal gives hope by raising life-saving funds for world class cancer research, in the hope of a cancer-free future. Find out how you can help improve the lives of nearly 150,000 Australian's who are diagnosed with cancer every year https://www.daffodilday.com.au/ #DaffodilDay

20.01.2022 Many men are reluctant to ‘bother’ the doctor with something they believe to be trivial, often waiting until the issue becomes extreme. Others are uncomfortable with exposing their vulnerability and would rather suffer in silence. Whatever the reason, developing a long-term relationship with your GP is one of the best ways to live a long, healthy life, supported by a doctor who understands your life circumstances and monitors your risk factors for diseases along the way. Read our blog for three reasons why blokes should see their GPS at least once per year https://bit.ly/3uVVe9n

19.01.2022 Going dry in July has great health benefits including a clearer head, more energy, sleeping better, weight loss, healthier skin and of course, no hangovers! If this appeals to you, find out more https://bit.ly/2D1HmFe and speak to your GP.

19.01.2022 While COVID-19 is still in the community, it is important that you maintain good hygiene practices, social distance and stay home if you are unwell. See below for a reminder of how you can keep yourself and others safe during COVID-19.

19.01.2022 If you have had a stroke or in a high risk group, the most important thing you can do for your health during COVID-19 is to follow your care plan and attend regular appointments with your health management team. Book a face to face or telehealth consultations with your GP www.woywoy.ipn.com.au

18.01.2022 Womens Health Week is a timely reminder for women of all ages to make their wellbeing and mental health a priority. Read our blog for three self-care strategies to stay healthy and happy throughout this challenging year, and beyond. Read our blog: https://bit.ly/33dQ2lc

18.01.2022 Our nursing team is a fundamental part of a larger network of nurses, providing care to millions of Australians every year. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, they have gone above and beyond to help provide care for our patients. Please join us as we celebrate 2020 the International Year of the Nurse and Midwife. https://bit.ly/IPNNurse2020 #YOTN2020 https://youtu.be/1engpFlkn1g

18.01.2022 In Australia a blood donation is needed every 24 seconds and our regular donors are starting to feel the squeeze. World Blood Donor Day is your reminder to donate blood. Take the eligibility test to see if you’re eligible to donate blood https://www.donateblood.com.au/eligibility#

17.01.2022 Dementia Action Week 2020 aims to demonstrate that many people living with dementia can continue to live well for many years after their diagnosis. Many continue to make significant contributions to our community, they engage, make their own choices and live rich and active lives. Book an appointment with your GP to discuss your dementia care www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #dementiacare #dementiaactionweek

16.01.2022 Congratulations! If you've made it this far thats 3 weeks without alcohol. Have you noticed you are losing weight easier and remembering things better? There are numerous health benefits to going without alcohol. Book an appointment your GP to find out more www.woywoy.ipn.com.au @DryJuly #DryJuly

16.01.2022 It’s a good idea to check in with your GP annually, so there is an understanding of your baseline level of physical health and life situation. From here, you can set some measurable health goals together. This baseline acts as a helpful comparison tool when you return for your next check-up. An annual visit may include check-ups on your blood pressure, heart rate and cholesterol to minimise the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, heart attacks and strokes down the track. It’s important to include a skin check during your annual visit to identify any abnormalities or suspicious moles. Download the Easyvisit app or visit http://ow.ly/xEPD50Fex2b to book your annual health check.

15.01.2022 SPECIAL HEALTH ALERT for people with allergies ! Summer may be great for swimming and going to the beach but hot, dry days tend to make allergies worse. The main culprit during the warmer months is grass. Remember to shower and change when coming indoors because grass pollen can be brought inside by people and pets. Stay in control of your allergies by booking an appointment at our new allergy clinic. Download the EasyVisit app or visit http://ow.ly/A2Sm50COHW2 to book an appointment #AsthmaHealth #AsthmaActionPlan #seeyourgpeasily #easyvisit

15.01.2022 With the stress COVID-19 has placed on everyone's lives, its now more important than ever to look after your overall health. Womens Health Week is a timely reminder for women of all ages to make their wellbeing and mental health a priority. Book a check-up with your GP today www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #Women'sHealthWeek2020

15.01.2022 Across Australia, F.A.S.T. heroes save lives every day, simply by knowing and recognising the signs of stroke. You can be a F.A.S.T. hero and save the life of a loved one, a colleague, a stranger or even yourself by understanding F.A.S.T. (Face. Arms. Speech. Time) signs of stroke and calling and triple zero (000) if you suspect a stroke. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3judb9s #strokeweek2020

15.01.2022 Are you going Dry in July? Dry July encourages you to go alcohol-free to raise funds for people affected by cancer. Not only are you raising funds for cancer patients, their families and carers, having a month off alcohol has great health benefits. Find out more https://bit.ly/2D1HmFe @DryJuly

14.01.2022 This year, National Diabetes Week focuses on the emotional and mental health of people living with diabetes. People living with diabetes can make up to 180 extra decisions daily about their food consumption, medication and exercise. We want people living with diabetes to know they are supported. Speak to your GP about how you can better manage your diabetes www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #headsupondiabetes #NationalDiabetesWeek2020 #Diabetes

14.01.2022 Pop on some bold lipstick during liptember and start the conversation about women's mental health. If you are struggling, book an appointment with your GP to discuss a mental health care plan www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #liptember

13.01.2022 Women’s Health Week is a timely reminder for women of all ages to make their wellbeing and mental health a priority. Read our blog for three self-care strategies to stay healthy and happy throughout this challenging year, and beyond. Read our blog: https://bit.ly/33dQ2lc

13.01.2022 It's time to get silly for a serious cause. Red Nose Day aims to raise funds to help save the lives of babies and children during pregnancy, birth, infancy and childhood. Your support on Red Nose Day helps save little lives. Learn more https://rednoseday.org.au/ #RedNoseDay2020

13.01.2022 If you have a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 you will be asked to self-isolate. It is important that you follow the below guidelines to ensure you protect yourself and those around you. For more information visit https://bit.ly/3ixtdz3

12.01.2022 Did you know only around 1 in 4 people have an Asthma Action Plan? Poor asthma control can reduce quality of life, increase flare-ups, time in hospital and even threaten your life! But it doesn’t have to be this way. Ask your GP for an Asthma Action Plan today www.woywoy.ipn.com.au ... #AsthmaHealth #AsthmaActionPlan See more

11.01.2022 DID YOU KNOW: Up to 80% of heart disease could be prevented? Work with your GP and there’s a great chance you could avoid developing heart disease complications, even if you have risk factors. Exit the Heart Disease Highway by asking your GP for a Heart Health Check today www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #HeartHealth

11.01.2022 Tradies, make sure your health is the most important part of your toolkit. This Tradies Health Month, book in an annual check-up with your GP www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #tradieshealth

11.01.2022 Have you met Dr Arash Vajedsamiei? Dr Arash is the newest Doctor to join Woy Woy General Practice. He is an experienced GP who will be working at the practice on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays and is currently accepting new patients. Visit https://www.ipn.com.au///our-doctors/dr-arash-vajedsamiei/ to book your appointment with Dr Arash !

11.01.2022 Did you know Bowel Cancer is Australia’s second deadliest cancer? This week, 296 Australians will be diagnosed with bowel cancer and 103 Australians will lose their lives to bowel cancer. While the risk of bowel cancer increases significantly with age, the disease doesn't discriminate, affecting men and women, young and old. Yet, bowel cancer is one of the most treatable types of cancer if found early. Learn more about bowel cancer during Bowel Cancer Awareness Month: https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/

11.01.2022 1 in 5 Australians are affected by mental illness annually, yet many don’t seek help because of the stigma. During the COVID-19 pandemic, prioritising mental health and wellbeing has been more important than ever. Book an appointment with your GP to discuss a mental health care plan www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia #InThisTogether

11.01.2022 This DonateLife Week, we encourage more Australians to register to be an organ and tissue donor, and to have a chat about it with their family and friends. Find out more by visiting https://donatelife.gov.au/ @DonateLifeAustralia #DonateLife #DonateLifeWekk #DonateLifeWeek2020

10.01.2022 SPECIAL HEALTH ALERT for people with asthma ! Asthma can get worse in current conditions because your lungs can be sensitive to triggers such as pollen, dust, or smoke. Stay in control of your asthma by booking an Asthma Action Plan today! Article headline: Why it’s important to see your GP for Asthma Action Plan? https://bit.ly/3czmaEp #AsthmaHealth #AsthmaActionPlan

10.01.2022 PKD Awareness Day raises awareness for Polycystic Kidney Disease, which affects more than 25,000 Australians. Take your kidney health seriously and book a check-up with your GP www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #NationalPKDAwarenessDay #ENDPKD

10.01.2022 It's safe to say that 2020 has caused a lot of stress and its okay to feel overwhelmed or anxious. Stress Down Day reminds us to seek support if you feel it's needed. Speak to your GP about a Mental Health Care Plan www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #StressDownDay2020 #mentalhealth

09.01.2022 During COVID-19, the most important thing you can do, if you have asthma, is to follow your care plan and attend regular appointments with your health management team. Book a face to face or telehealth consultation with your GP www.woywoy.ipn.com.au

09.01.2022 Diabetes is a serious health problem which can affect the entire body, reducing both the quality and length of our lives. It is the result of the body not being able to regulate glucose properly, leading to unhealthy levels in the blood. Uncontrolled diabetes can cause many different complications including heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease, limb amputations, depression, anxiety and blindness. Detour diabetes and book a Diabetes Health Check with your GP www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #headsupondiabetes #NationalDiabetesWeek2020 #Diabetes #detourthedisease

08.01.2022 SPECIAL HEALTH ALERT for people with Hay fever! Hay fever often gets worse in Spring when you are exposed to certain ‘triggers’. Stay in control of your hay fever by booking an appointment at our new allergy clinic’ Download the EasyVisit app or visit www.woywoy.ipn.com.au to book an appointment #AsthmaHealth #AsthmaActionPlan #seeyourgpeasily #easyvisit

08.01.2022 Living with a chronic condition, like asthma, can be a life-long challenge, managing symptoms, avoiding triggers, and navigating various treatment plans and medications. However, it is manageable with a personalised Asthma Action Plan. Read our blog to understand why it's important to see your GP for an Asthma Action Plan. https://bit.ly/3czmaEp #AsthmaHealth #AsthmaActionPlan

08.01.2022 Your GP can stop heart disease before it starts! You may have no symptoms when heart disease begins. That’s why it’s important to stay on top of heart health from the start. Work with your GP to manage your risk factors by asking for a Heart Health Check today! www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #HearthHealth

07.01.2022 Still not sure if youre using your mask correctly? You've probably seen them as they enter the medical centre, at the supermarket or on the streets: People wearing surgical face masks pulled down under their noses, touching their face masks or wearing them inside out. There's a right way and plenty of wrong ways to use face masks to help fight the spread of COVID-19. Here's a quick refresher to help you make sure you are wearing your mask correctly. Book your next appointm...ent today and remember to wear your mask! http://ow.ly/Ajws50B9gGX https://vimeo.com/450961629

06.01.2022 Welcome Dr Arash Vajedsamiei. Call (02) 4344 4466 or visit http://ow.ly/nuch50AIDNJ to book an appointment.

06.01.2022 On behalf of the staff and doctors at our medical centre, we want to wish all of our patients a safe and healthy Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for your continued support through a trying year. We look forward to another year as part of your community. #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear

05.01.2022 During the COVID-19 pandemic, it's important to stay connected to your healthcare team and your support network. Its important people continue to have regular healthcare appointments with their GP's and other members of their diabetes healthcare team. Contact your GP for a lockdown check-up. Book an appointment now https://bit.ly/35ULuBb #restartwell source: Diabetes Australia

04.01.2022 Every day 55 Australians are diagnosed with breast cancer, with breast cancer being the most common cancer in women in Australia (apart from non-melanoma skin cancer). In October we aim to bring awareness to breast cancer, while encouraging women to take care of their health and have a breast screening. Book an appointment with your GP www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

03.01.2022 During COVID-19 it is important that you maintain your regular healthcare, particularly if you have diabetes. If you have diabetes, the most important thing you can do is to follow your care plan and attend regular appointments with your health management team. Book a face to face or telehealth consultations with your GP by visiting www.woywoy.ipn.com.au

03.01.2022 What stopped COVID-19 could have increased your risk of diabetes. Contact your GP for a lockdown check-up. Book an appointment now https://bit.ly/35ULuBb #restartwell

02.01.2022 Globally, men die on average six years earlier than women, and for reasons that are largely preventable. We can all take action to live healthier, happier and longer lives by: 1. Spend time with people who make you feel good 2. Talk more about your mental health 3. Know the numbers about prostate cancer... 4. Know thy nuts 5. Move more Book a men’s health appointment with your GP today! Download the EasyVisit app or visit www.woywoy.ipn.com.au to book. #Movember #MensHealth #easyvisit #seeyourgpeasily

02.01.2022 Around 100,000 Australians develop diabetes each year, thats one person every 5 minutes. The best way to manage diabetes is to get diagnosed as soon as possible before serious complications start to develop. Detour diabetes and book a Diabetes Health Check with your GP www.woywoy.ipn.com.au #headsupondiabetes #NationalDiabetesWeek2020 #Diabetes #detourthedisease

01.01.2022 Happy Father's Day to the amazing dad's in our community! Thank you for all that you do and we hope you have a great day. #FathersDay #ThankYouDad

01.01.2022 Breathing in and out. Many of us take this for granted, but for 2.7 million Australians who have asthma, around 40,000 people end up in hospital with severe flare-ups and breathing difficulties every year. Most of these flare-ups could be prevented with better control. This National Awareness week, help us ground asthmatic airways and ask your GP for a new Asthma Action Plan https://bit.ly/32L7kFZ #AsthmaWeek2020 #AsthmaHealth

01.01.2022 June 14 20 is Men’s Health Week which focuses on the relationship between men and their mental and physical health. More males die at every stages through the life course, more males have accidents, more males take their own lives and more males suffer from lifestyle-related health conditions than females at the same age. Yet, men are less frequent visitors to general practitioners, and the perception is that they don't prioritise their health. Men’s Health Week aims to bring awareness of men's health and to raise the profile of men, their health outcomes and health needs. Learn more: https://www.menshealthweek.org.au/