Shelley Pritchett, Author at Queen Street Medical Centre

We’ve made a pledge to GO PINK! We’ve raised a total of $3373

Did you know that every day 57 people in Australia are diagnosed with breast cancer and 9 people lose their lives to this disease? That’s a total of over 3200 Australian’s that die from breast cancer every year.
Queen Street Medical Centre Nurses have made a pledge to GO PINK! raising funds for research.

09/06/24

Access the COVID-19 Online Antiviral GP Script Service today!

Having trouble getting an appointment within 24 hours, you could use the online COVID-19 Antiviral GP Script Service if you have tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 5 days.

06/03/24

GP shortage, and what it means

Due to a shortage of General Practitioners, we are not accepting new patients. Existing patients should book well in advance due to limited availability, with some doctors experiencing up to 4 weeks of wait times. You can order your prescriptions and repeat referrals online. Thank you for being so understanding.

22/02/24

Exercise Stress Test

A cardiac exercise stress test shows how well your heart handles exercise.

20/12/23

5 expert tips on how to look after your baby in a heatwave

Extreme heat events are becoming more frequent and intense in Australia, causing illness or worsening existing conditions and leading to increased hospital admissions and deaths, particularly among vulnerable populations like babies.

02/12/23

Your Guide to New Year’s Resolutions

As we ring in another new year, it’s only natural that we start thinking about those dreaded resolutions. You know, those promises we make to ourselves with the best intentions, only to find ourselves abandoning them by February.
But fear not, my sceptical friends, because this year, we’re going to approach our resolutions with a different mindset.

21/11/23

Worried about getting a blood test? 5 tips to make them easier (and still accurate)

Blood tests are a common medical procedure that offers valuable insights into a person’s health. Whether you’re getting a routine check-up, diagnosing a medical condition or monitoring treatment progress, understanding the process can make the experience more comfortable and practical.
For the majority of patients, blood collections are a minor inconvenience. Others may feel uneasy and anxious.

17/11/23

Do you have a pathology request from your doctor?

For your convenience, the Southern IML pathology collection centre is located onsite at Queen Street Medical Centre Moruya.

23/10/23

Fitness to dive

The underwater world is breathtaking, but you must know your health and fitness before diving in. Fitness-to-dive medical assessments ensure you are ready to enjoy this thrilling activity safely.

06/07/23

Sexual Health and HIV Care: talk, test and protect

Providing you with the latest information and treatment options professionally and compassionately.

07/06/23

Medical termination of pregnancy

Unplanned pregnancies are common. Choosing how to manage an unplanned pregnancy is a personal decision and for some, terminating the pregnancy is the most appropriate option.

30/05/23

The truth about menopause

A Catalyst special. Myf Warhurst is on the cusp of a big change: the change. Myf wants to know what’s in store. What is menopause, what are the symptoms and what can she do about it?

05/05/23

Need minor surgery? Don’t wait in an emergency room

You need minor surgery for a cut, removing a foreign object, or any other non-emergency issue. You don’t have to wait in the emergency room or for an appointment at a surgical centre.

09/03/23

If you’re eligible for the free flu shot – book online now

We are now receiving weekly deliveries of flu vaccine from the government – so if you’re eligible to receive a free (gov-funded) flu shot, please click on one of the BOOK A FLU VAX buttons to see clinic dates and make your appointment. Please do not call us.

08/03/23

Book your Bivalent COVID-19 vaccine booster today

The Moderna bivalent COVID-19 vaccine can be used in people aged 18 years and older for the first or second booster dose (i.e. the third or fourth dose for most people), according to the current ATAGI recommendations for booster doses.

20/01/23

Self-collection now an option for your cervical screening test

Are you due for your Cervical Screening Test (CST), previously known as a PAP test?
Your CST is due every 5 years for eligible people aged between 25 to 74 years of age. Regular cervical screening is your best protection against cervical cancer.