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How can you tell if someone is having a stroke? The Australian Stroke Foundation helps us recognise the signs of stroke – Think… F.A.S.T. (Face, Arms, Speech, Time) Using the F.A.S.T. test [...]

Dr Ines Charalambous Telehealth Appointments Dr Ines is still on maternity leave but from 10th March 2025, we are pleased to advise she will be offering telehealth appointments from 10am – [...]

Bowel Screening Program: Taking a Step Towards Early Detection and Prevention Australia’s National Bowel Screening Program is a crucial initiative designed to detect and prevent bowel [...]

Outdoor play Playing outside gives your child the chance to explore the natural environment and have adventures. Kids can play favourite games, test their physical limits, express themselves and [...]

The festive season is a wonderful time of year filled with celebrations, delicious food, and time spent with loved ones. However, with the abundance of indulgent meals and treats, it’s easy to go [...]

There’s a reason why they call this time of year the ‘silly season’. While our calendars are jam-packed with work parties and family celebrations, Australia’s emergency [...]

The warmer weather means snakes are out and about in the Geelong region.  Park Street General Practice Geelong gives some advice on snake bites. If you see a snake, the best thing to do is keep [...]

Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus—the same virus that causes chickenpox. While it can affect people of all ages, it is more common [...]

We still need to remain vigilant to minimise COVID transmission in the Geelong Region.   How often should you have a COVID booster? Booster doses are recommended or can be considered based [...]

The days are short and there are less hours of sunlight. Are you struggling to maintain a happy, healthy mindset? If so, you may just be experiencing the Winter Blues. The good news is there are [...]