Smith Brothers Medical Clinic

07/10/2025

Skin checks are vital in Australia due to the nation's exceptionally high rates of skin cancer, primarily caused by UV radiation from the sun. Early detection through regular checks, especially for high-risk individuals, significantly improves treatment success, with early-stage melanoma having very high survival rates. Regular checks allow medical professionals to identify suspicious changes in moles and skin lesions using methods like dermoscopy, leading to timely intervention and better long-term health outcomes.
Contact us to help in the book in for a skin check today 07 3208-5490

06/10/2025

05/10/2025

Routine check-ups aren’t just for when you’re unwell. Regular health checks can help detect issues early and keep you feeling your best. Call our friendly team to book your next visit 07 3208-5490

02/10/2025

Public Holiday Reminder

Smith Brothers Medical Clinic will be closed next Monday, 6 October for the kings birthday long weekend public holiday.

If you need appointments, scripts, or repeat prescriptions, please be mindful we are not available Monday.

Have a great weekend everybody

01/10/2025

Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM) takes place every October. The aim of the BCAM is to shine a light on the devastating impact breast cancer has on thousands of Australians each day.

Every year over 21,000 people in Australia (including around 200 men) will be diagnosed with breast cancer.
Every day 58 people in Australia will be diagnosed with breast cancer.

Every year over 3,300 people in Australia (including 33 men) will die from breast cancer. That’s someone’s mother, sister, friend or family member whose life has been tragically cut short because of the disease.

Although the five-year survival rate has increased from 76% to 92% (and rising) since 1994 thanks to research, there is still progress to be made to stop deaths from breast cancer. By targeting the remaining 8% who don’t live past this survival rate, NBCF’s goal is to reach Zero Deaths from breast cancer.
If you have a string family history of breast cancer or any concerns please book a consult with your gp to discuss 07 3208 5490

Show your support for breast cancer this month by wearing pink 💗

If you would like ro donate to the breast cancer foundation directly this is their link

There are many ways for you to donate to the NBCF and support life-changing breast cancer research. Find out more about the various donation options

30/09/2025

October is mental health awareness month so we will be sharing tips and tricks to help support and assist with anyone who needs guidance or support with their mental health journey
Sometimes we forget to slow down and smell the roses and we take our mental health for granted at Smith brothers medical clinic we have 2 onside bulk billing psychologist and an on-site social worker as well as plenty of friendly faces always there ready to listen and help anyone in need
Please feel free to reach out to any of us or call 07 3208-5490 to make an appointment to see your GP if you have any questions or concerns
Remember we are all here for you

28/08/2025

Regular check in with your GP
Check your blood pressure
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is called a “silent killer”. This is because many people who have hypertension may not be aware of the problem as it may not have any symptoms. If left uncontrolled, hypertension can lead to heart, brain, kidney and other diseases. Have your blood pressure checked regularly by a health worker so you know your numbers. If your blood pressure is high, get the advice of a health worker. This is vital in the prevention and control of hypertension.

Regular check-ups can help find health problems before they start. Health professionals can help find and diagnose health issues early, when your chances for treatment and cure are better. Go to your nearest health facility to check out the health services, screenings and treatment that are accessible to you

Give us a call today to book with your GP for a check up
07 3208-5490

27/08/2025

Eat a Balanced Diet: Incorporate plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins into your meals.
Eat healthy
Eat a combination of different foods, including fruit, vegetables, legumes, nuts and whole grains. Adults should eat at least five portions (400g) of fruit and vegetables per day. You can improve your intake of fruits and vegetables by always including veggies in your meal; eating fresh fruit and vegetables as snacks; eating a variety of fruits and vegetables; and eating them in season. By eating healthy, you will reduce your risk of malnutrition and noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke and cancer.
Did you know we have a on-site bulk billing dietician to help with meal plans an nutritional goals
Give us a call on 07 3208-5490 to find out more

26/08/2025

Get Enough Sleep: Make quality sleep a priority, aiming for 7-9 hours a night, and try to maintain a consistent sleep schedule.
Sleep is vital for both physical and mental health, acting as a period for the body and brain to repair, restore, and consolidate functions. Adequate sleep is crucial for maintaining a healthy weight, supporting heart health, strengthening the immune system, improving mood, and enhancing cognitive functions like memory and focus.

25/08/2025

Stay Active: Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week.
Physical activity is defined as any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure. This includes exercise and activities undertaken while working, playing, carrying out household chores, travelling, and engaging in recreational pursuits. The amount of physical activity you need depends on your age group but adults aged 18-64 years should do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity throughout the week. Increase moderate-intensity physical activity to 300 minutes per week for additional health benefits
Remember if you dont use it you loose it!
Did you know we have bulk billing physiotherapist on-site to help set exercise goals and create plans to help you achieve where you want to be physically
Give us a call now to find out more 07 3208-5490

24/08/2025

Do you have a healthcare goal in mind?
We want to help you achieve your goals
This week we will be giving healthcare tips all week to help improve lifestyle health and general well being
But if you want to book in an appointment we will be happy to help you create a goal and see it through with you
Give us a call 07 3208-5490 and our gps and nurses will be happy to help with any questions you may have or just general support
Remember prevention is key

Set a SMART goal. Experts say efforts to
change are more successful if they are SMART—
that is, specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and
time-based. So as you’re deciding on a change, make
sure it can pass the SMART test:

☑ S Set a very specific goal. I will add
one fruit serving—that’s half a cup,
chopped—to my current daily diet.
☑ M Find a way to measure progress.
I will log my efforts each day on
my calendar.
☑ A Make sure it’s achievable.
Be sure you’re physically
capable of safely accomplishing
your goal. If not, aim for a
smaller goal.
☑ R Be sure it’s realistic. It
may seem counterintuitive,
but choosing the change you most
need to make—let’s say, quitting
smoking or losing weight—isn’t as
successful as choosing the change
you’re most confident you’ll be able to
make. Focus on sure bets, such as eating an
additional serving of fruit every day rather
than overhauling your diet at once: if you
picture a 10-point scale of confidence in
achieving your goal, where 1 equals no
confidence and 10 equals 100% certainty,
you should land in the 7-to-10 zone.
☑ T Set time commitments. Pick a date and
time to start—Wednesday at breakfast,
I’ll add frozen blueberries to cereal—and
regular check-in dates: I’ll check my log every
week and decide if I should make any changes
in my routines to succeed. When setting
commitments, outside deadlines can be really
helpful. Signing up for a charity run or spring
triathlon on a certain date prods you to get a
training program under way.

21/08/2025

Yay guess what day it is guys? FRIYAY
have a great weekend from us all here at Smith Brothers
Remember be safe live a little and and love each other
See you all Monday 😀