When we think of a broken heart, we usually think about a cartoon of a heart torn in two however ‘Broken Heart Syndrome’ has real connection between mental health and stress induced cardiac consequences which can not be fixed with a extra large tub of cookie dough ice cream.
A highly publicised study at Deakin University has shown that women are experiencing ‘Cognitive Changes’ during pregnancy. Symptoms are reported to be experienced by 4 out of 5 pregnant women and can include poor concentration and absent mindedness and memory problems. Continue reading
Have you noticed the amount of luscious and groomed moustaches making an appearance on men’s faces around your suburb this November? These “moed-up” Men might be taking part in “Movember”, which is a men’s health initiative that helps to raise money to support Men’s Health on a global scale.
This annual charity event takes place across the month of November. It encourages men to grow a moustache, to help raise funds and awareness for men’s health projects.
Movember targets the most prominent health issues faced by men: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.
Spring evokes the idea of sunshine, fresh blooms and warmth however if you suffer from Hayfever or Asthma it can be more than uncomfortable.
Hay fever (allergic rhinitis) is a reaction caused by triggers breathed in through the nose causing swelling and inflammation. Continue reading
SRFMP would like to extend a warm welcome to the Allied Health team that have joined the new location.
Daisy Coyle – Dietician & Nutritionist
Ben Gleeson – Psychologist
Diana Moghadas – Physiotherapist
Adena Silverstein – Psychologist
The Allied Health team work closely with the GP’s to provide comprehensive clinical care to the patients and offer the ease of one central location for this.
Sydney Road Family Medical Practice requires all patients attending the practice to wear a face mask. Equally we ask that only the patient, or patient and carer attend the site. These precautionary measures will ensure the ongoing safety of our patients, staff and Doctors.
Please do not attend the site if you are experiencing cold or flu like symptoms and have not had a recent negative Covid test. Please make a tele-health booking or attend a Covid screening clinic.
All patients will undergo Covid-19 screening, on arrival at the practice.
We thank you in advance for your understanding and adherence to these requests
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