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  • February 25, 2019

    Benefits of Walking! There's a reason why walking is one of the most popular forms of activity in Australia. Walking helps to reduce stress, be more alert, have a healthier body and build strong relationships. Walking is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. It can be done just about anywhere and is free. Walking also has a very low risk of injury as it is low impact (not jarring on the joints) and doesn't require any special equipment or training. Join our local walking group and discover the benefits of walking https://walking.heartfoundation.org.au/walking/group/mt-druitt-medical-centre-walking-group

  • February 25, 2019

    Did you know we are on FACEBOOK? Stay up to date, find reliable information and news you can trust, We post regular links on useful health information as well as providing reliable, factual information on health topics you may see in the news. Please like and follow us on Facebook and that way you won't miss a beat! https://www.facebook.com/mtdruittmedicalcentre/

  • April 16, 2018

    2018 Influenza Vaccine - Has come in It is recommended that vaccinations are given end of April to May. Information about 2018 Influenza Vaccination Program This year there will be two main types of vaccines available 1. Four Quadrivalent vaccines which will cover two A strains of influenza (H1N1/Michigan and H3N2/Singapore) and two B strains of influenza (Phuket and Brisbane) 2. Two higher immunogenicity trivalent influenza vaccines (TIVs), for use in 2018 for adults aged 65 years or older, which will cover two A strains of influenza (H1N1/Michigan and H3N2/Singapore) and one B strain of influenza (Phuket) The following are eligible for free seasonal influenza vaccine: o all children aged six months to less than 5 years o all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 15 years and over o people aged 6 months and over with medical conditions predisposing to severe influenza o all pregnant women o all people aged 65 years and over Recent evidence suggests that protection from Influenza vaccination may begin to drop after 3-4 months. Peak Influenza virus circulation is typically June to September. http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/…/Pages/default.aspx

  • March 29, 2017

    2017 INFLUENZA VACCINE IS HERE! We have just received stocks of the 2017 Influenza Vaccine. The flu vaccine is recommended for everyone from six months of age, but is available free under the National Immunisation Program for people who face a high risk from influenza and its complications. These are: * People aged 65 years and over * Aboriginal and Torres Strait people aged six months to less than five years * Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are aged 15 years and over * Pregnant women * People aged six months and over with medical conditions such as severe asthma1, lung or heart disease, low immunity or diabetes that can lead to complications from influenza. The 2017 vaccine covers 4 strains of influenza : two A strains of influenza (Michigan and Hong Kong) and two B strains of influenza (Brisbane and Phuket)

  • March 10, 2017

    2017 Influenza Vaccinations: Influenza Vaccinatiions are due in the second half of April this year.

  • July 5, 2016

    TO BOOK ON MOBILE PHONES: Download the Health Engine App today! (available in the App Store for iPhones or Google Play for Android) Then simply add Mt Druitt Medical Centre as a favourite and book away!

  • May 23, 2016

    CHILDRENS PANADOL RECALL Consumers and health professionals are advised that GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Australia, in consultation with the TGA, is in the process of recalling three batches of Children's Panadol 5-12 years suspension, supplied in 200 mL bottles. It has been identified that an ingredient used in the manufacture of these medicines may have been contaminated with small particles that could contain trace minerals and inert fibres. The quantity of these particles would be small and they may not be visible in the product. If this occurs, there is a very low risk of allergic reaction and there is also potential for the medicine to be less effective over time. The affected batch numbers are: • 136418 (strawberry flavour) • 136444 (strawberry flavour) • 136443 (orange flavour) The expiry date for each of the recalled products is February 2018. The batch number and expiry date are located at the bottom of the bottle label and embossed on the base of the outer box. No other batches, bottle sizes or products are affected by this recall.

  • April 7, 2016

    LOCAL MEASLES CASES Two children, who most likely caught the highly infectious disease in India, travelled on flight AI302 from Delhi to Sydney on March 30. They visited a medical centre in Blacktown and Mt Druitt Hospital while infectious on Saturday. NSW Health said people who hadn’t been vaccinated should look out for symptoms, including fever, sore eyes, coughing and a rash spreading from the head and neck.

    LOCAL MEASLES CASESTwo children, who most likely caught the highly infectious disease in India, travelled on flight...

    Posted by Mt Druitt Medical Centre on Wednesday, 6 April 2016

  • March 7, 2016

    NOTICE: regarding the 2016 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine, State and territory health departments will deliver National Immunisation Program funded vaccines in EARLY APRIL 2016. WHO is eligible to receive free National Immunisation Program influenza vaccines - Pregnant women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged six months to less than five years, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 15 years of age and over, people aged 65 years and over and people aged six months and over with medical conditions predisposing them to severe influenza.

  • January 19, 2016

    NOTICE: Dear Patients, We would like to inform you of an upcoming change in our scheduling software. The change is expected to be put into effect on Monday 15 February. All staff, receptionists and doctors alike, will be learning how to use this new software so we appreciate your understanding and cooperation during the transition period and early days. We hope to be back up and running efficiently in no time.

  • November 18, 2015

    We are now on FACEBOOK! For up to date, reliable information and news you can trust, please like us on Facebook. We have set up a Facebook page for our patients to help you with your health. We will be posting regular links on useful health information as well as providing reliable, factual information on health topics you may see in the news. https://www.facebook.com/mtdruittmedicalcentre/

  • March 19, 2015

    Seasonal Influenza Vaccination 2015 - The national Seasonal Influenza Immunisation Program for 2015 will commence on 20 April 2015. This is later than the usual start date, due to a change in two strains from the 2014 vaccine. This double-strain change, which is an unusual occurrence, has caused manufacturing delays. The delay will not affect vaccine supply volumes, and no vaccine shortages are anticipated.

  • February 6, 2015

    Lifestyle check-up - Diet and Exercise Why not start the year with a lifestyle check up with our Dietitian (Dea) and our Exercise Physiologist (Daniel). A healthy lifestyle can help manage or prevent chronic disease, chronic pain and obesity. Our Dietitian, Dea can help with making healthier food choices to suit your goals. Our Exercise Physiologist Daniel, can help to make sure you are exercising right for the goals you are trying to achieve. Speak to one of our GPs when your in next or contact our allied health staff directly if you have any questions. Dea: 0413 435 196 or d.krismarietta@gmail.com Daniel: 0431 207 285 or danielparker@newedgeperformance.com.au. Medicare and health fund rebates may be available for consultations.

  • November 17, 2014

    Its Skin Cancer Action Week! Time to consider booking in for an annual skin check. Dr Saxon Smith, Dermatologist and president of AMA NSW writes : "This week also serves as a good reminder to get to your family doctor for a skin check, especially if you have fair skin or a family history of skin cancer,” “Most of the time, skin cancer is preventable and you can protect yourself by wearing protective clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat as well as seeking shade during peak UV times. “The Cancer Council recommends that whenever UV levels are three or above you should slip, slop, slap, seek and slide. “There’s more to skin cancer than melanoma – and while melanoma is the most deadly form, people should be on the lookout for any changes in their skin.

  • August 28, 2014

    Dea and Daniel are now running Small Group Diabetes Education sessions. These have been proven to be extremely useful in helping our patients to better control their condition.

  • August 13, 2014

    Annual Health Assessment - As part of our commitment to keeping our patients as well as possible, we recommend having a full checkup every year for all those over the age of 75. This is often a good way of identifying health issues and conditions that are potentially preventable or able to be remendied in order to improve health and quality of life. The health assessment includes assessing day to day function and discussing appropriate interventions with you where necessary. We can also take the opportunity to review your medications to make sure you are only on what you need to be on. Please contact us if you have any questions on this.