Karrinyup St Luke Medical Centre

10/10/2024

Visit one of our Doctors to discuss your options. Dr Lata Boyce our hormone expert or one of our other fabulous female GPs. Dr Wasana Kulathunga, Dr Jian Ruan, Dr Pooja Rajput and Dr Sumithra Ratnayake

08/07/2024

Australians living with all types of diabetes should have equitable access to the technology they need to live well.
Right now they don’t and this needs to change.
Right now in Australia, access to diabetes technology isn’t fair and equitable. Some people have technology like CGM devices and insulin pumps, while others go without.
Our fight starts and ends with community. Together, we are raising our voice and fighting for change.

Let’s unite in the fight for tech.

11/06/2024

Men's Health Week

Monday 10 to Sunday 16 June 2024

This week is all about raising awareness and taking action to prioritise men's health.

We understand today’s men are much more likely to seek help for physical health issues than our dads and grandfathers. Unfortunately, this is not the case when it comes to mental health.

Like your physical health, the earlier you can get on top of looking after your mental health and wellbeing, the better.

From physical fitness to mental wellbeing, let's break the stigma and encourage open conversations about men's health issues.

04/06/2024

Respiratory Syncytial Virus Awareness Week: 2-8 June

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Awareness Week is an important time to spread crucial awareness about RSV and the importance of RSV protection.

22/04/2024

02/10/2023

If you hold a valid Medicare or Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veteran card and have been to see us in person twice over the last 24 months, you’re now eligible to register in MyMedicare.
MyMedicare formalises the relationships between patients, their general practice and their preferred GP.
By registering in MyMedicare you can access longer funded telehealth consultations with our practice.
For more information, chat to us at your next appointment, or visit health.gov.au/MyMedicare.

11/09/2023

R U OK?Day 2023 is Thursday 14 September and is our national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, ‘are you OK?’ and start a meaningful conversation whenever they spot the signs that someone they care about might be struggling with life.
Got a feeling that someone you know or care about isn’t behaving as they normally would? Perhaps they seem out of sorts? More agitated or withdrawn? Or they’re just not themselves. Trust that gut instinct and act on it. Learn more about the signs and when it's time to ask R U OK? https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

28/04/2023

Vaccination is the best protection against influenza (flu).
With winter approaching it is important to book in for your flu vaccine, continue to practice healthy hygiene habits (washing hands, stay home when you are sick) and to stay up-to-date with COVID vaccinations.
The flu vaccine is free for all Western Australians during May.

08/03/2023

Flu vaccines are due to arrive by the end of March. Ensure you book in to one of our flu clinics. Call 9341 7770 or book online via hotdoc

20/02/2023

Book an appointment to have a healthy heart check today

14/10/2022

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness. This offers an opportunity for us all to focus on breast cancer and its impact on those affected by the disease in our community. Regular screening can help find breast cancer early, especially for woman who may have no symptoms.

Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among Australian women (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer). Since the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) started funding research in 1994, the five-year survival rates have improved from 76% to 91%. However, there is still progress to be made and the NBCF is aiming to reach zero deaths from breast cancer by 2030.
BreastScreen WA recommends that screening mammograms should be performed on women 40 years or over with no breast symptoms every two years. To book a free screening mammogram or for further information, visit BreastScreen WA.

16/09/2022

GP referral required for PCR testing
From 1 October 2022, a referral from a GP or other medical practitioner will be needed to access PCR testing at COVID testing clinics operated by private pathology providers.
Public COVID clinics will continue to offer PCR testing without a referral for people who:
✔️ have COVID-like symptoms or
✔️ are close contacts
RATs are a safe, convenient and quick option to detect COVID-19. If your first RAT result is negative and you still think you may have COVID-19, it’s recommended to test again after 24 hours and stay home until your symptoms clear!

Read more at www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/COVIDtesting