Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for all people aged 6 months and over (unless medically contraindicated) to reduce their chance of becoming ill with influenza. All children aged 6 months to less than 5 years are eligible for free influenza vaccines under the National Immunisation Program (NIP). Influenza vaccines and the COVID 19 Vaccine […]
As the world’s population ages, the pursuit of healthy aging becomes an increasingly important societal goal. Frailty is a common condition that often accompanies the aging process and is characterised by a loss of physical and sometimes mental functioning, making individuals more vulnerable to poor health outcomes. This includes increased incident of falls, fractures, […]
We all know someone that has been affected by Breast and Gynaecological cancers. In Australia approximately 20,000 women will be diagnosed this year – that’s over 50 women every day! Although breast cancer is very common, with modern medical advances, those diagnosed today have a 90% chance of surviving greater than 5 years. Gynaecological […]
What is a Health Assessment? An Annual Health Assessment is available to all patients over the age of 75 and is an in-depth look at all aspects of your health. This assessment provides a great opportunity to review your overall health and your physical, psychological and social function and discuss with your doctor any concerns […]
What is a Health Assessment? At Your Family Doctors we care about your health. That is why we offer a health check for everyone aged between 45 and 49 years to help prevent or reduce the risk of chronic conditions like diabetes, osteoporosis or heart disease. Prevention really is better than cure. Early intervention makes […]
The government funded flu vaccines have finally arrived at YFD for those at risk of severe illness from the flu. This includes: Children from 6 months to under 5 years Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from 6 months Pregnant women People aged 65 years and over People with serious health conditions (including severe asthma, […]
We know exercise is good for your health, but did you know regular exercise can decrease your risk of many cancers such as bowel cancer, endometrial cancer and post-menopausal breast cancer? Obesity is also linked to many cancers, so by maintaining a healthy weight through diet and exercise, you can also reduce the risk of […]
Cardiovascular disease accounts for over 1 in 4 deaths in Australia as is the leading cause of death for older Australians. Approximately 1.2 million Australians are living with heart disease, stroke or vascular conditions. However, cardiovascular disease is largely preventable and by reducing cardiac risk factors, leading a healthy lifestyle and having regular checks […]
As we find ourselves in another lockdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we need to make sure we continue to prioritise our health. Lockdowns not only affect our mental wellbeing, but also our physical health, with disruption to our healthy lifestyle routines and regular health checks . It looks like Covid-19 is here to stay […]
The question on many of our patients mind is – where do we get our Covid Vaccinations on the Central Coast? There is a lot of information out there, different vaccines are recommended for different age groups, and the goal posts keep changing based on best available evidence – so it is easy to get […]
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