Central Gippsland Family Practice

11/12/2025

Sending warm wishes for a healthy and happy festive season.

Enjoy time with those you cherish and please take care.

Below are our reduced clinic hours over the Christmas/New Year period.

If you require medical attention when we are closed, please attend Latrobe Urgent Care Centre. https://www.lchs.com.au/services/general-health/latrobe-urgent-care-clinic-ucc/

In the case of an emergency, please dial 000 or attend your local emergency department.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all the staff at Central Gippsland Family Practice.

08/12/2025

Central Gippsland Family Practice has a new website!

Please bookmark our new site so you can easily access appointments, clinic updates, and patient resources anytime.

…and you might even see a couple of friendly faces while you’re there!

Comprehensive care for every family member

21/10/2025

Are you getting quality sleep? Quality sleep is uninterrupted, refreshing rest that leaves you feeling energised.

Most adults need 7–8 hours of sleep each night — but it’s not just about quantity, it’s about sleep quality too.

Habits for Better Sleep:
🕰️ Set a regular sleep schedule (yes, even on weekends!)
📖 Create a calming bedtime routine – try reading
🌡️ Optimize your sleep space – cool, dark, and quiet
☕ Avoid caffeine, alcohol, & heavy meals before bed
📵 Limit screen time – blue light messes with melatonin
🛌 Can’t sleep? Don’t toss & turn – get up & try a calming activity
🏃‍♀️ Stay active during the day – but not right before bed

And remember: If you're still having trouble sleeping, speak to your GP. They can help identify underlying issues and get you back on track.

18/09/2025

🚶‍♀️ Just 30 Minutes a Day Can Change Your Life! 💙

Looking for a simple way to boost your health? Walking just 30 minutes a day can:

✅ Lower your risk of heart disease
✅ Improve mood and reduce stress
✅ Help manage weight
✅ Strengthen muscles and joints
✅ Boost your immune system

No gym membership needed — just your shoes and a little time. Whether it's around your neighbourhood, during lunch break, or after dinner, a daily walk can go a long way toward better health.

💡 Pro Tip: Start with 10 minutes and build up. Every step counts!

04/09/2025

👶💉 Protect Your Little One with the New Prevenar 20 Vaccine! 💉👶

Starting 1st September, Central Gippsland Family Practice is offering the new Prevenar 20 vaccine, now protecting against 20 strains of pneumococcal bacteria that can cause:

🦠 Pneumonia
🧠 Meningitis
💉 Blood infections
👂 Ear infections

This vaccine is safe, effective, and recommended for infants and children under 5, helping build strong immunity during their most vulnerable years.

✅ Included in the childhood immunisation schedule
✅ Now available – book your child’s vaccination today!

📅 Call us on 51279800 or book online to protect your child with Prevenar 20.

19/08/2025

Perimenopause and Menopause Health checks now available !

Perimenopause and Menopause bring big changes - and your health needs support through every stage. Whether you are starting to notice symptoms or already navigating the transition, a dedicated health check can give you the clarity, reassurance and guidance you need.

Common symptoms we can help assess include;
* hot flushes
* sleep disturbances
* mood changes
* irregular periods
* brain fog
* low libido

To book for a perimenopause/menopause health check please contact Reception on 51279800.

08/08/2025

Local Ostomy (Stoma) Support Group available

24/07/2025

Is It Time for a Skin Check?

In Australia, where sun exposure is high, regular skin checks are essential for early detection of skin cancer and other skin conditions. With skin cancer being one of the most common cancers in the country, a simple check-up could make all the difference.

At Central Gippsland Family Practice, we offer thorough and professional skin checks with our experienced GPs. Whether you’ve noticed a new or changing mole or just want to stay on top of your health, we’re here to help.

We recommend booking a skin check if you:
*Have fair skin or lots of moles
* Spend a lot of time outdoors
* Have a personal or family history of skin cancer
* Notice any new, changing, or unusual spots
* Haven’t had a skin check in over 12 months

Regular skin checks are a quick, non-invasive way to protect your long-term health. If something suspicious is found, our GPs can provide advice, perform a biopsy if needed, or refer you to a specialist for further treatment.

Book Your Appointment Today
Booking a skin check is simple:
📞 Call us on (03) 5127 9800
🏥 Or visit our friendly reception team in person

Don’t put it off—your skin deserves care and attention. Make your health a priority and book your skin check at Central Gippsland Family Practice today.

03/07/2025

We are pleased to announce that as of 1st July 2025, we now offer bulk billing for all patients holding a valid Medicare card.

This means no out-of-pocket costs for eligible medical services — your visit is fully covered by Medicare.

19/06/2025

We have been advised of a circulating scam involving individuals calling patients and falsely claiming to be from a GP clinic. They may attempt to obtain your personal details over the phone under the pretense of updating your records.

If you receive a suspicious call, do not share any personal information. Hang up immediately and contact us directly using our official phone number to verify the legitimacy of the call.

Your privacy and safety remain our highest priorities.

— Central Gippsland Family Practice

19/06/2025

Commencing 1st July 2025, The National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP) aims to detect lung cancer early, in eligible Australians without symptoms of lung cancer by using a low-dose computed tomography scan (low-dose CT scan).

You are eligible for the National Lung Cancer Screening program if you are:

* Between 50 and 70 years old
* Show no signs or symptoms of lung cancer (for example coughing up blood, shortness of breath)
* Have a history of at least 30 pack-years of cigarette smoking and are still smoking or have quit in the past 10 years.

Our GP's can help you work out your ‘pack-years’ based on how many ci******es you smoked and for how many years.

All scans, as a part of the Lung Cancer Screening program, will be covered by Medicare.

Please contact the clinic on 51279800 to make an appointment to see if you are eligible.

28/05/2025

Take a Simple Step to Protect Your Health

The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program offers a free, easy-to-use test to help reduce illness and death from bowel cancer.

Aged 45–49?
You're now eligible to request your first free screening kit.
Call 1800 627 701 or click here https://www.ncsr.gov.au/information-for-participants/request-a-free-bowel-test-kit.html to arrange a test kit to be sent to you.

Aged 50–74?
You’ll continue to receive your free kit automatically in the mail every 2 years.
Didn’t receive your kit? Call 1800 627 701 to request one.

Early detection saves lives — don’t miss your chance to screen.

The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program offers a free, simple test for eligible Australians to reduce illness and death from bowel cancer. - Eligible people aged 45 to 49 can request their first free bowel cancer screening kit be mailed to them using this form. - Eligible people aged 50 to 74 wi...