Monaro Medical Practice

08/12/2025

As we prepare to wrap up 2025, Monaro Medical Practice would like to thank our wonderful community for your continued support throughout the year.

Please take a moment to review our Christmas Opening Hours below:

Wednesday 24th Dec 8:00am - 1:00pm
Thursday 25th Dec CLOSED
Friday 26th Dec CLOSED
Saturday 27th Dec CLOSED
Sunday 28th Dec CLOSED

Monday 29th Dec 8:00am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 30th Dec 8:00am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 31st Dec 8:00am - 1:00pm
Thursday 1st Jan CLOSED
Friday 2nd Jan 8:00am - 5:30pm

If you need scripts, referrals, care plans, medication reviews, pathology results or routine follow-ups, we encourage you to book your appointment now so you are covered over the holiday period.
📞Call us on 02 8529 8920
or 🌐 Book online @ www.monaromedicalpractice.com.au

If you require medical assistance outside of our opening hours, you can contact:
🏥 Cooma Hospital – available 24/7
📞 HealthDirect: 1800 022 222 for nurse triage and medical advice

We look forward to caring for you again in 2026.

Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas and a safe, happy New Year. 🎄✨

05/12/2025

💙 Fast Facts Friday – Christmas Edition 🎄

The festive season is busy but your health still matters.

Here are 5 quick facts to keep you well this Christmas:

1. 🎄 Stress levels peak in December
Even 10 minutes of downtime can lower cortisol and improve mood.

2. 💧 Hydration drops in hot weather
Most adults need around 2–3L a day more when travelling or active.

3. ❤️ Heart health risks increase over the holidays
Rich food + heat + stress can trigger symptoms. Don’t ignore chest pain.

4. 🦠 Summer viruses are still circulating
Gastro, flu and respiratory viruses remain common this time of year.

5. 🏃‍♂️ Small habits make a big difference
A walk after lunch, sunscreen, good sleep and balanced meals all help.

If something doesn’t feel right, book an appointment with your Doctor before the Christmas rush.

📞 call us on 02 8529 8920
🌐 or book online www.monaromedicalpractice.com.au

02/12/2025

💙 Help us protect hearts and prevent future cardiac events.
Join the COLCARDIO-ACS Study.

By taking part in the COLCARDIO-ACS Study, you can play a vital role in a ground-breaking research effort.
This study is exploring whether Colchicine - a safe, affordable and widely used medication, can help reduce the risk of repeat heart attacks and other cardiovascular events.

🩺 Who Can Join?
• Adults 18+
• Recently experienced a heart attack or unstable angina

Your involvement could help us discover a new way to protect high-risk patients across Australia and around the world.

📞 To learn more or register your interest, please contact us and ask for Kira on 02 8529 8920 or email admin@monaromedicalpractice.com.au
You can also speak to your GP at your next appointment.

28/11/2025

💙 Fast Facts Friday – Movember Finale 💙

5 Health Signs Men Should Never Ignore

As Movember comes to a close, here is your reminder that looking after your health doesn’t stop on December 1st. Men are tough - but that doesn’t mean you should ignore changes in your body.

Here are 5 signs every man should pay attention to:

🚨 Unexplained fatigue
Persistent tiredness can signal sleep apnoea, anaemia, thyroid changes, low testosterone or heart issues.

⚖️ Sudden weight changes
Rapid gain or loss may be linked to diabetes, stress, hormonal imbalance or underlying illness.

🔥 Ongoing pain or swelling
Chest discomfort, abdominal bloating, joint aches or testicular swelling that lasts more than 2 weeks needs checking.

🌙 Snoring or poor sleep
Up to 1 in 4 Aussie men experience sleep apnoea, increasing heart attack and stroke risk.

🩸 Changes in bowel or bladder habits
Blood, pain, frequency changes or difficulty urinating can be early signs of bowel or prostate conditions.

✨ If something feels “off,” don’t wait it out. Early checks save lives.

We are here for you, to book an appointment with one of our Gp's
📞 Call our reception team on 02 8529 8920
🌐 or book online www.monaromedical.com.au

21/11/2025

💙 Fast Facts Friday - Movember Edition

This week we are focusing on men’s physical health because early detection saves lives.

Here are 5 things every man should know:

🩺 Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australian men.
Ask your GP when to start screening, especially if you are over 50 or have a family history.

⚠️ Testicular cancer is most common in young men aged 18–39.
Regular self-checks help catch changes early.

❤️ Heart disease is still the leading cause of death in Australian men.
Blood pressure, cholesterol and lifestyle factors play a major role.

🧪 Routine blood tests can detect issues early.
Diabetes, liver and kidney function, cholesterol, hormones, deficiencies and more.

🏃‍♂️ Around 70% of chronic disease risk is linked to lifestyle factors.
Better sleep, reducing stress, moving more and moderating alcohol matter.

If it has been a while since your last check-up or something feels off book your appointment by calling us on 📞 02 8529 8920 or book online
🌏 www.monaromedicalpractice.com.au

18/11/2025

Stem cell donor information session

Blood stem cell donors save lives of those facing life-threatening blood cancers and disorders, like Cooma's Lisa Haines (see The Monaro Post article 29 October, 2025). To learn more about blood stem cell donation and how you can sign up to the registry there is an information session at Cooma Ex-services Club on 28 November from 3pm-6pm.

12/11/2025

💙 Wellness Wednesday - Movember Mini Break Edition 🥸

This Movember, we are not just talking about men’s health - we are moving for it!

🕑 Take 2 minutes today for a “Moustache Move”:
✅ Stand up from your desk and stretch
✅ Walk outside and breathe deeply
✅ Check in with your body and your mates!

Small moves make a big difference for your mental and physical health.
Because looking after yourself is manly too. 💪

To book an appointment call our reception team on
📞 (02) 8529 8920 or book online🌐 www.monaromedical.com.au

11/11/2025

07/11/2025

✨Fast Facts Friday - Movember 💙

Life can throw some big curveballs - but there is a lot we can do to look after ourselves and our mates.

Here are 5 things every man should know:

💙Life gets tough - it’s normal to struggle sometimes.
🤝Check in on your mates - even the ones who seem fine.
🔧Small changes matter - sleep, mood, social withdrawal are important signs.
💬Talking helps - you don’t need the perfect words, just listen.
⏳You don’t have to wait until you are in crisis - reaching out early makes a difference.

This November, try the ALEC approach:
Ask → Listen → Encourage action → Check in.

We are here when you are ready 💙

To book an appointment call 📞 02 8529 8920 or book online
www.monaromedical.com.au

05/11/2025

💙✨ Wellness Wednesday ✨💙

Let’s Talk Men’s Health - Movember Edition 🥸

This month is all about supporting the men in our lives - our partners, dads, sons, mates, brothers, uncles and colleagues.
Because men’s mental and physical health matters. 💛

If you or someone you care about has been experiencing:
😔 Feeling flat, stressed or overwhelmed
💤 Changes in sleep or energy
💭 Trouble concentrating or feeling “not quite yourself”
🧔 Concerns about prostate or testicular health
⏳ Or “it’s been a while” since a check-up

You are not alone.
And you don’t need to wait until things get worse.

🤝A check-in with a GP can make a real difference 💬

🩺We are here for you.
Confidential. Supportive. No judgement. 💙

To book your appointment call us on 📞 (02) 8529 8920 or book online 🌐 www.monaromedical.com.au

Let’s look out for the men we love - today and every day 💙✨

31/10/2025

🕸️ Fast Facts Friday - Halloween Edition 👻

There are plenty of spooky health myths out there…
Let’s clear a few up!

Myth: Cold weather gives you a cold.
Fact: ❌ The weather itself doesn’t cause illness - viruses do. We just spend more time indoors which makes them spread more easily.

Myth: You should wait as long as possible to get that mole checked.
Fact: ✅ Early skin checks save lives. If you notice a change in size, colour or shape - get it looked at.

Myth: Sugar makes kids hyper.
Fact: 🍬 Research shows the excitement of events (like birthday parties!) is usually the cause of “hyperactivity,” not sugar alone.

Myth: You only need sunscreen in summer.
Fact: ☀️ UV levels in the Snowy Monaro are high year-round - sunscreen is for every season.

If you ever have a question about a health myth - just ask your GP.
We are here to help. 💙
To book an appointment call us on 📞 02 8529 8920 or
🖥️ Book Online: www.monaromedicalpractice.com.au