Vineyard Medical Centre

17/11/2025

💙 Movember: Let’s Talk Men’s Mental Health 💙

While Movember brings fun moustaches and fundraising, it also carries a serious purpose — shining a light on men’s mental health and su***de prevention.

Men are often taught to “stay strong” and “push through.” But the truth is:
🧠 Men need support too.
🤝 Asking for help is strength — not weakness.

📊 The reality:

Men are less likely to talk about their mental health — yet are at higher risk for su***de.
This isn’t just a statistic — it’s our brothers, fathers, friends, partners, and co-workers.

💬 This Movember, let’s change the conversation:

✔️ Check in on the men in your life
✔️ Encourage honest conversations
✔️ Remove the stigma around asking for help
✔️ Remind them it’s okay to not be okay

📣 If you need someone to talk to:

Reach out. You deserve support.
Help is here. You matter. 💙

📞 13 11 14 - Lifeline or text 0477 13 11 14
⏰ 24/7

👩‍⚕️ Speak to you’re treating practitioner

🧠 Book an appointment with one of our psychologist

Grow the ‘stache. Start the conversation.
Let’s make sure our men stay here — healthy, supported, and heard. 💪💙

14/11/2025

💙🌍 World Diabetes Day 2025: Diabetes and the Workplace 🌍💙

Millions of people living with diabetes face daily challenges managing their condition in the workplace — including stigma, discrimination, and exclusion. These challenges can have a serious impact on their health, confidence, and overall well-being.

This World Diabetes Day, we’re joining the global call for action:
➡️ “Know more and do more for diabetes at work.”

At Vineyard Medical Centre, we believe that every workplace should be a place of understanding and support. Employers and colleagues can play a huge role in helping those with diabetes thrive — through awareness, empathy, and access to the right care.

Let’s start the change for a better — together. 💙

📞 Call us on 9216 5600 or visit https://worlddiabetesday.org/ to learn more about diabetes support and workplace wellness checks.

13/11/2025

13/11/2025

📣 Important Notice

Our phone lines are currently down. We’re working urgently to resolve the issue and will update you as soon as they’re back online.

If you have a medical emergency, please call 000 immediately.

Thank you for your understanding and patience. 🙏

12/11/2025

🛁 Stay Fresh, Stay Healthy! 😎✨

Good personal hygiene isn’t just about smelling nice — it’s about keeping your body happy and healthy! Plus, nobody likes the “I forgot to shower” vibe. 😅

Why it matters:
✅ Stops germs in their tracks 🦠
✅ Keeps your skin and hair happy 💆‍♀️💇‍♂️
✅ Boosts confidence — because smelling like roses > gym socks! 🌹🧦

Top tips to stay fresh:
🧼 Wash hands regularly (germs hate soap!)
🛁 Shower daily (or at least when your pets start looking worried)
🪥 Brush teeth twice a day (your future self will thank you)
👕 Wear clean clothes (yes, even those favorite jeans)

Remember — staying clean isn’t just polite, it’s good for your health and your mood! 😄💙

10/11/2025

🌺 Remembrance Day

On this day, we pause to honour and remember the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our freedom.

At 11:00 AM, our clinic will observe one minute of silence to remember those who have fallen in service to our country.

We invite everyone to take this moment of reflection and gratitude with us.
Lest we forget. 🌺

10/11/2025

💙 Movember = Men’s Health Awareness Month 💙
This month, we’re shining a light on a topic that deserves attention all year long: Mens health

Prostate Cancer Awareness.

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men — but early detection can make a huge difference. ✅

👨‍⚕️ What you should know:
• Most common in men 50+
• Risk increases with family history
• Often has no early symptoms
• Screenings save lives

🧬 What can you do?

✔️ Talk to your healthcare provider
✔️ Know your family history
✔️ Maintain a healthy lifestyle
✔️ Don’t skip routine check-ups

Whether you’re protecting your own health or supporting the men you love, spreading awareness matters. 💪💙

Let’s encourage all the dads, sons, brothers, husbands, partners, and friends in our lives to take charge of their health this month and every month.

Early detection = more moments, more memories, more life. 💙✨

03/11/2025

🌟 November Health Awareness: Movember 🌟

This November, we’re raising awareness for Movember — a global movement committed to tackling some of the biggest health issues faced by men: mental health and su***de prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer.

Movember started in 2003 with just 30 men growing moustaches in Melbourne, Australia. Today, it’s a worldwide campaign that has funded over 1,250 men’s health projects and created real impact by sparking conversations and breaking the stigma around men’s health.

How you can get involved:

💈 Grow a Mo – Wear your moustache proudly to raise awareness.
🏃 Move for Movember – Run or walk 60km over the month for the 60 men we lose to su***de each hour, every hour, worldwide.
🤝 Host a Mo-ment – Gather friends, family, or colleagues to support the cause.
💵 Donate – Every dollar helps fund groundbreaking men’s health projects.

Together, we can help men live happier, healthier, and longer lives.

👉 Learn more at au.movember.com
👉 Donate here: au.movember.com/donate

Let’s change the face of men’s health this November. 💙

Movember, the month formerly known as November, is a moustache growing charity event held during November each year that raises funds and awareness for men's health.

31/10/2025

📬 November Patient Newsletter is Here!

Our latest newsletter is now available — filled with health tips, clinic updates, and important information to help you stay well this season.

📖 Read it online via our website, or
🏥 Pick up a copy next time you visit the clinic.

Stay informed, stay healthy! 💙

30/10/2025

🎃👻 Happy Halloween! 👻🎃

Our team are all dressed up today and ready to spread some spooky cheer! 🕸️🦇

If you’re looking for a safe space, or just want to add a little extra fun to your day, bring the kids down for some trick-or-treating! (Until we ru out)🍬🍭

We can’t wait to see your little ghouls, witches, and superheroes. 🧙‍♀️🧛‍♂️✨

Stay safe & have a fang-tastic Halloween! 🖤🧡

30/10/2025

📢 Clinic Closure Notice – Melbourne Cup Day 🐎🎉

Our clinic will be closed on Tuesday, 4 November for the Melbourne Cup public holiday.

If you have a medical emergency, please dial Triple Zero (000) immediately.
For urgent medical care that is not an emergency, please visit your local Urgent Care Clinic.
If you require a home visit from a visiting GP (locum), contact 13 7425.

We’ll reopen on Wednesday, 5 November for normal hours.
Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Melbourne Cup Day! 🩺💙

29/10/2025

Important Update on Billing – Effective November 1st

From November 1st, some medical practices may return to bulk billing as part of the government’s new incentive program.

At Vineyard Medical Centre, our billing structure will remain the same.
Your care has always been — and will continue to be — our top priority. We’re committed to providing you and your family with the highest quality medical care.

Unfortunately, the new Medicare incentives still don’t fully cover the true cost of providing that care. To ensure we can continue offering the time and attention you deserve from your GP, a consultation fee will still apply.

If you have any questions, please speak with our friendly reception team — they’ll be happy to assist.