Little Pears

07/12/2025

tis the season to remember

24/11/2025

Don't forget to pick up one of our kids colouring in pages for our colouring in competition! Located at the front desk!

18/11/2025

Today we celebrate positive male role models and highlight the importance of men's health and wellbeing.

-Men are less likely to seek medical care, often delaying treatment until conditions become serious
-Mental health challenges in men can present as anger, irritability, or physical symptoms rather than sadness
-Men account for 75% of su***de deaths—breaking the stigma around asking for help saves lives
-Regular check-ups and early intervention significantly improve health outcomes

Positive male role models demonstrate that seeking help is strength, not weakness. Whether you're a father, mentor, coach, or friend—your actions matter.

-Normalise conversations about physical and mental health
-Schedule regular health check-ups
-Build strong social connections and support networks
-Show boys and young men that expressing emotions is healthy and normal

At Little Pears, we're here to support the men in our community with comprehensive, compassionate care. Reach out—your health matters.

13/11/2025

On this day, we honour Sir Frederick Banting, whose co-discovery of insulin transformed diabetes care forever. World Diabetes Day brings our global community together to raise awareness, promote prevention, and support those living with diabetes.

Diabetes affects millions worldwide, but with proper management, people can live full, healthy lives
Lifestyle changes and early intervention can significantly reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes
Access to education and healthcare is essential for effective diabetes management
Breaking down stigma helps create a more supportive environment for all

The blue circle is our symbol of hope and unity in addressing the diabetes epidemic.
At Little Pears Family Practice, we're committed to providing comprehensive diabetes care, screening, and education. Let's work together toward a healthier future.

12/11/2025

Today we celebrate the transformative power of kindness in healthcare and beyond. At Little Pears Family Practice, we witness daily how small acts of compassion can make a significant difference in someone's health journey.
The impact of kindness:

Reduces anxiety and stress in both patients and healthcare providers
Strengthens the therapeutic relationship and improves health outcomes
Creates a supportive environment where healing can flourish
Inspires others to pay kindness forward, building stronger communities

Offer support to someone facing a health challenge
Thank a healthcare worker or caregiver
Check in on a friend or family member who may need encouragement
Practice self-compassion—your wellbeing matters too

Kindness is medicine for the soul. Let's make it part of our daily practice.

11/11/2025

If you drop food on the floor and pick it up within 5 seconds (some people say 3 seconds, others say 10), it's still safe to eat because bacteria don't have time to transfer to the food.

The Reality: The 5-Second Rule is FALSE!

Bacteria transfer is instant:
Scientific research has shown that bacteria transfer from surface to floor happens immediately upon contact - not after 5 seconds, not after 3 seconds, but instantly. Studies have demonstrated that harmful bacteria like E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria can contaminate food in less than one second!

09/11/2025

Many people believe they should rinse or wash raw chicken under the tap before cooking it to remove bacteria and make it "cleaner."

The Reality: DON'T Wash Raw Chicken!

Why washing is dangerous:
When you rinse raw chicken under running water, you're not killing bacteria - you're actually spreading it. The water spray creates tiny droplets that can carry bacteria like Campylobacter and Salmonella up to a metre away from your sink. These contaminated droplets land on:

Your kitchen counters
-Nearby utensils and dishes
-Dish towels
-Your clothes
-Other foods
-Taps and sink handles

This process, called cross-contamination, significantly increases your risk of food poisoning rather than reducing it.

The bacteria can't be washed off anyway:
Water alone doesn't kill bacteria - only proper cooking does. Any bacteria on the surface of the chicken will be destroyed when you cook it to the safe internal temperature of 75°C.

What You Should Do Instead

✅ Take chicken straight from the package to the pan or baking dish - no rinsing needed
✅ Pat dry with paper towel if needed (then immediately discard the paper towel)
✅ Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water after handling raw chicken
✅ Clean and sanitize any surfaces, cutting boards, and utensils that touched the raw chicken with hot soapy water or a sanitizing solution
✅ Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 75°C internally - this kills all harmful bacteria

07/11/2025

Is it true or is it a myth? 🤔 Australian Food Safety Week 8-15 November 2025 as we bust common food safety myths. Learn the truth about keeping your food safe!

✅ 4.67 million cases of food poisoning occur in Australia each year
✅ Food poisoning leads to 47,900 hospitalisations annually
✅ 38 deaths are caused by food poisoning each year in Australia

If you have major concerns, head to your nearest ED.

20/10/2025

Pediatric Appointments - Christmas Period 🎄

As we approach Christmas, our pediatric services are experiencing high demand. While we will always do our best to accommodate urgent medical needs, appointment availability may be limited during this busy time.

For urgent matters such as medication scripts, paperwork, or school camp forms, we recommend contacting your regular GP. They can often assist with these requests more quickly, ensuring you receive timely support without the wait for a specialist appointment.

We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we work to provide the best care for all our young patients during this festive season.

If you need to contact us urgently, please send your request through to admin@littlepears.com.au or call us on 08 8166 0888

02/10/2025

From October 2nd, our appointment fees will be changing to reflect updated practice costs.

We remain committed to providing quality care to our patients. If you have any concerns, please contact reception if you'd like more information about the new pricing structure.

11/09/2025

Today is RUOK? Day and we want to encourage everyone to check in on our loves ones every day not just today and remember the importance of one conversation.

When you notice a change in someone’s behaviour, no matter how small, trust that gut instinct and start a conversation that could change a life. Learn more: ...

12/08/2025

Please be aware of another measles case in SA