Pneumococcal disease is a group of clinical conditions caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae. It can cause severe diseases including meningitis, pneumonia and bacteraemia. As people age, their immune systems naturally decline and this increases susceptibility to pneumococcal disease. A single dose of a pneumococcal conjugate vaccine is recommended for all [...]
Hypertension (high blood pressure)is the leading risk factor for preventable deaths in Australia, contributing to over 25,000 deaths every year through stroke, heart disease, kidney disease and dementia. One in three Australian adults has hypertension, but only half of these people have been diagnosed and are receiving appropriate treatment. The [...]
Choosing a medical centre that you can entrust with your health is one of the most critical decisions in life. The Adelaide Hills medical centre you select will affect the quality of healthcare services you receive. That is why you should wisely choose your medical centre. If you are searching [...]
As of July 1st, 2024, there have been 6,277 cases of influenza reported in South Australia for the year, according to the National Notifiable Disease Surveillance System. It is important to note that this may not be an accurate reflection because of the number of people who do not present [...]
Dry July is a fundraiser that encourages you to go alcohol-free in July to raise funds for people affected by cancer. The funds you raise as part of your Dry July will provide invaluable services for cancer patients, their families and carers – whether it’s a lift to a life-saving [...]
MyMedicare is a voluntary patient registration model. It aims to formalise the relationship between you as a patient and your general practice, your GP and the team of health care providers that you may need. It is voluntary and free to register in MyMedicare. If you choose not to register [...]
Choosing a good medical centre for you and your family is not easy. Numerous factors need to be taken into account. That is why you should research to find the best Adelaide Hills medical centre for your needs. At Stirling Central Health Clinic, we are a comprehensive medical centre in [...]
When it comes to your and your family's health, you cannot make any compromises. That is why you need to choose the best medical centre in Adelaide Hills. It is easier said than done. However, the Adelaide Hills medical centre you choose should check all boxes. It should offer the [...]
Every week in Australia, 299 people will be diagnosed with bowel cancer. While the risk of bowel cancer increases with age, the disease affects people of all ages. However, it is one of the most treatable types of cancer when detected early. During the early stages, there may be no [...]
Australia needs over 1.7 million donations every year to meet demand which means three donations every minute. National Blood Donor Week in June encourages people to donate blood if you meet the eligibility criteria. After blood is donated, the Australian Red Cross will usually separate it into red blood cells, [...]
