Naracoorte General Practice

13/11/2025

Cervical Cancer Awareness Week: 17–23 November 2025
Here’s how you can protect yourself and spread the word:
• Get vaccinated: One (1) free dose of the HPV vaccine is available for all young people under 25 years, male and female.
• Get screened: Cervical screening tests every five (5) years for women and those with a cervix aged 25–74.
• Choose your method: You can have your doctor carry out your screening or you can self-collect.
Learn more about cervical cancer prevention

A cancer in the cervix is mostly preventable. Find out the risk factors of cervical cancer and four ways to protect yourself.

02/11/2025

Movember is an annual event involving the growing of moustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of men’s health issues, such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and men’s su***de. It's time to grow a Mo!

15/10/2025

The team at Naracoorte General Practice would like to congratulate Catherine on this well deserved award! We were privileged to have Catherine with us on placement last year and for six weeks this year.

We wish Catherine the best for a very exciting future ahead working in rural medicine.

Congratulations to the state recipients of the Medical Student Of The Year award as part of the 2025 ACRRM Excellence Awards!

⭐Aadhikar Sharma (WA)
⭐Catherine Southam (SA)
⭐Parsa Javadpour (NT)
⭐Heidi Annand (VIC)
⭐Chloe Campbell (NSW/ACT)
⭐Eiryn Twidale (QLD)

These students were awarded because they are highly engaged in their studies with a clear focus on becoming a Rural Generalist. They demonstrate strong commitment to training in rural and remote locations and show leadership by actively contributing to their community.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4pOos7w

National winners will be announced at RMA25.

11/09/2025

R U OK?Day is a reminder to start a conversation ANY day of the year.

But what if someone tells you they're not OK?

Find tips on what you can say and do to support those you care about at ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

04/09/2025

Q FEVER VACCINATION CLINIC

Do you know your risk of Q Fever?

To book call 8762 8800

12/08/2025

Do you work with cattle, sheep or goats? Do you know your risk of Q Fever?

30/07/2025

Appointments available this Friday the 1st of August in the morning with Dr Caitlin Kerrigan.

To book call 08 8762 8800

22/07/2025

21/07/2025

WE ARE HIRING

Registered Nurse Full Time Permanent

Skills required:
- Current registration with AHPRA with post graduate experience as a Registered Nurse
- Knowledge of the immunisation schedule and cold chain management
- Dressing and wound care
- Patient Triage
- ECG & Spirometry
- Previous experience in GP/Outpatient Clinic desirable but not a requirement
Other important requirements:
- A warm and friendly personality with ability to work as part of a team of professionals
- Exemplary verbal and written communication
- The ability to work unsupervised, multi-task and problem solve

Position descriptions are available to email to ddewhirst@naracoortegp.com.au

Please email CV with cover letter addressing position to
The Practice Manager
Naracoorte General Practice
Email: ddewhirst@naracoortegp.com.au
Applications close Friday the 25th of July 2025

10/07/2025

National Diabetes Week 13-19 July 2025

This National Diabetes Week Diabetes Australia is focusing on prevention because it matters at every stage of the journey.

Whether it’s preventing type 2 diabetes or preventing complications for people living with all types of diabetes, awareness and action make a difference.

Diabetes is not ‘one-size-fits-all’ and each person’s journey is unique. Unfortunately, there’s still a lot of confusion and misinformation about diabetes. This misunderstanding can make life harder for people living with all types of diabetes.

However, with better understanding and support, we can create a healthier future – for everyone.

02/07/2025

SA Pathology Naracoorte is back to normal hours.

Monday: 8.00am - 3.00pm
Tuesday: 8.00am - 3.00pm
Wednesday: 8.00am - 12.00pm
Thursday: 8.00am - 12.00pm
Friday: 8.00am - 12.00pm

26/06/2025

Naracoorte General Practice will be closing at 2.00pm tomorrow Friday 27th of June.