Terrace Clinic

10/02/2026

If you have agnosia, you will find it difficult or impossible to recognise certain things that should be familiar, even though your senses such as vision or hearing are working normally.
If you, or someone you know, have signs of agnosia, see your doctor for advice.

08/02/2026

Hernias can be hard to spot, so it’s important to pay attention to changes in your body.
25% of men will develop a hernia in their lifetime, compared to only 2% of women.
There are several types of hernia, and each can cause different signs, such as a lump, pain or discomfort when lifting or coughing.
If you notice any of these symptoms, see your doctor.

05/02/2026

Burn out is when you feel mental, physical and emotional exhaustion. It can affect anyone 😢
If you are feeling burnt out, it’s important to practice selfcare. Getting plenty of sleep, eating healthy, making time to exercise regularly and talking to someone you trust can help 🫶

03/02/2026

What is your runny nose trying to tell you?
The colour of your snot can have different meanings and can tell you how your body is functioning. Respiratory infections such as a cold or a flu, even allergies or hay fever might be some possible causes. How your runny nose is treated will depend on what’s causing it.
Here’s how you can take care of yourself at home:
😴 Rest
🚰 Keep hydrated
💊 Use a saline nasal rinse or nasal spray if needed
📱Use the healthdirect Symptom Checker if your symptoms become more severe.
To help stop the spread always cover your nose and mouth when sneezing or coughing and wash your hands regularly ✅

01/02/2026

School’s back, so get ready for the germs!
As your child heads into the classroom and playground, they might come home with an illness or two during the year ahead. If they do, remember to keep them home to help stop the spread - other parents will thank you.

29/01/2026

Fatigue is one of the top symptoms people enter into the Symptom Checker. Why? Because it can be constant, unexplained and impact your daily life. Small tasks can feel like too much. It can also be linked to stress, underlying illnesses, menopause and mental health concerns.
Small changes at home can help!
- Get 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night
- Eat a healthy diet with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables.
- Avoid junk food and try to cut down on or avoid alcohol and caffeine.
- Get regular exercise to help improve your sleep and lessen fatigue.
- Practice slow breathing
👉 If you're worried about your symptoms or fatigue isn’t improving, check your symptoms with the healthdirect Symptom Checker: https://brnw.ch/21wRGpP

29/01/2026

28/01/2026

Using an AED can increase someone’s chance of surviving a cardiac arrest.
When CPR is performed and an AED is used within the first 3 to 5 minutes of a cardiac arrest, survival rates can increase to 60-70%. AEDs are shockingly simple to use. No training needed. Just turn it on and follow the prompts.
Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21wWEDf

27/01/2026

To protect yourself and your loved ones from the effects of asthma, know the common asthma triggers and see your GP to develop or update your asthma action plan.
For more information, visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/asthmahayfever or call the Asthma Helpline on 1800 ASTHMA (1800 278 462), Monday to Friday, 8.30am-4.30pm.

26/01/2026

Heat rash is a common skin condition caused by heat. It's also called prickly heat, sweat rash or miliaria.
Heat rash appears in places where sweat collects, such as:
👉 under your breasts or armpits
👉 neck and upper chest
👉 skin folds
👉 groin
👉 around your waist.
See your doctor if the rash doesn't get better after a few days in a cooler place, covers a large area, looks different from usual heat rash, or keeps coming back.
Source: healthdirect

25/01/2026

Terrace Clinic will be closed on Monday the 26th of January.

In case of emergencies during this time please call 000, 13SICK on 137425 or Health Direct on 1800 022 222.

We will reopen as normal on Tuesday the 27th of January.

Stay cool and have a Happy Australia Day.

24/01/2026

Hot weather can be tough, especially if you rely on medical equipment or medications.
Here’s what you need to know:
💡 If your medical equipment needs power or your medication needs refrigeration, have an emergency plan ready for power outages.
💊 Some medications can affect how your body handles heat, making it harder to stay cool or notice dehydration.
👩‍⚕️ If you have a chronic health condition, speak to your GP about staying safe during extreme heat.
Plan ahead to keep your health on track this summer.
For more tips on staying healthy in the heat, visit sahealth.sa.gov.au/healthyintheheat