COVID-19 DROP-IN CLINIC TO COMMENCE AT TATHRA SURGERY FOR
SCMP PATIENTS
With the recent relaxing of travel restrictions, interstate visitors to our region over the June long weekend and schools returning, we have unfortunately seen a rise in the number of ‘coughs and colds’, particularly amongst children, in our community.
Current advice from NSW Health is that all people with symptoms of a respiratory tract infection (runny nose, cough, sore throat OR fever) should still be tested for Covid-19. There have been no new cases of Covid-19 in the Bega Valley in some weeks. The likelihood of these current infections being Coronavirus is low. But to keep our community safe, we must rule it OUT and we need evidence to confidently say ‘it is just a cold’.
SERH is still running a drive-through Covid Clinic from 9am - 5pm 7 days a week; call Southern NSW Help Line 1800 999 880 (Option 1) to book a test.
Tathra Surgery will be running a drop in, bulk-billed Covid Clinic on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9am - 9.30am. This service is for patients that attend SCMP surgery only (for other patients, please contact your own GP practice or Covid Hotline for advice). Testing will be conducted outside in the gazebo. Results will be available next day. Test will cover Covid-19 and a range of other common respiratory viruses.
There are also self-collection kits available at the surgery if this is preferable to attending the clinic (an initial Telehealth consultation with one of the doctors at Tathra Surgery would be required prior to organise this).
If you have any questions or are wondering whether you should be tested, please call Tathra Surgery on 6494 1877 to book a bulk-billed Telehealth consultation with a doctor. If you are clinically worried you or your child is unwell, please call to book an appointment with a doctor.
Current advice from NSW Health is that all people with symptoms of a respiratory tract infection (runny nose, cough, sore throat OR fever) should still be tested for Covid-19. There have been no new cases of Covid-19 in the Bega Valley in some weeks. The likelihood of these current infections being Coronavirus is low. But to keep our community safe, we must rule it OUT and we need evidence to confidently say ‘it is just a cold’.
SERH is still running a drive-through Covid Clinic from 9am - 5pm 7 days a week; call Southern NSW Help Line 1800 999 880 (Option 1) to book a test.
Tathra Surgery will be running a drop in, bulk-billed Covid Clinic on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9am - 9.30am. This service is for patients that attend SCMP surgery only (for other patients, please contact your own GP practice or Covid Hotline for advice). Testing will be conducted outside in the gazebo. Results will be available next day. Test will cover Covid-19 and a range of other common respiratory viruses.
There are also self-collection kits available at the surgery if this is preferable to attending the clinic (an initial Telehealth consultation with one of the doctors at Tathra Surgery would be required prior to organise this).
If you have any questions or are wondering whether you should be tested, please call Tathra Surgery on 6494 1877 to book a bulk-billed Telehealth consultation with a doctor. If you are clinically worried you or your child is unwell, please call to book an appointment with a doctor.
SEASONAL FLUVAX CLINICS
SCMP is continuing to provide regular Flu Vaccination Clinics at both our Bega and Tathra Surgeries. So far we have provided around 600 Influenza vaccines and plan to complete all Influenza immunisations by the end of May 2020.
The clinics are being held in the gazebos outside of the surgeries, which enable us to provide a safe and efficient clinic with appropriate social distancing measures. These measures ensure that we are able to maintain our normal General Practice service and facilities inside both surgeries.
If you did not have an opportunity to attend one of our flu vaccination clinics and still need to have your annual flu shot, please contact our friendly reception staff to arrange a suitable time for your vaccination.
The clinics are being held in the gazebos outside of the surgeries, which enable us to provide a safe and efficient clinic with appropriate social distancing measures. These measures ensure that we are able to maintain our normal General Practice service and facilities inside both surgeries.
If you did not have an opportunity to attend one of our flu vaccination clinics and still need to have your annual flu shot, please contact our friendly reception staff to arrange a suitable time for your vaccination.
surgery operation in view of CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)
(FOR MORE CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) INFORMATION, SEE OUR "NEWS" PAGE)
With Winter approaching and the governments relaxation of travel restrictions, we are inevitably going to see more “coughs and colds” in our Region.
At Sapphire Coast Medical Practice, we continue to implement measures to ensure our surgeries remain COVID-19 free so that all our normal General Practice services can be offered in a safe environment.
If you develop ANY symptoms including fever, runny nose, sore throat or cough then please immediately practice social isolation measures and also present to the drive-through Respiratory Clinic at South East Regional Hospital for mandatory COVID-19 testing. The COVID-19 Clinic is open from 9am – 5pm, 7 days a week, however you must phone 1800 999 880 (option 1) prior to your arrival. If you are unwell and need medical attention, you will also be assessed by a Doctor at this Clinic when you are tested for COVID-19. You will be notified of the results of your test within 2-3 days by the Respiratory Clinic and if positive for COVID-19, they will manage your illness.
Please note that once you are cleared of COVID-19, then any concerns around your health with this infection or any other issues, can be managed by us at SCMP.
Please ring our Reception staff at any time if you are uncertain what to do or who to see if unwell, and they will provide advice on the best course of action, or discuss your situation with one of our Doctors.
With Winter approaching and the governments relaxation of travel restrictions, we are inevitably going to see more “coughs and colds” in our Region.
At Sapphire Coast Medical Practice, we continue to implement measures to ensure our surgeries remain COVID-19 free so that all our normal General Practice services can be offered in a safe environment.
If you develop ANY symptoms including fever, runny nose, sore throat or cough then please immediately practice social isolation measures and also present to the drive-through Respiratory Clinic at South East Regional Hospital for mandatory COVID-19 testing. The COVID-19 Clinic is open from 9am – 5pm, 7 days a week, however you must phone 1800 999 880 (option 1) prior to your arrival. If you are unwell and need medical attention, you will also be assessed by a Doctor at this Clinic when you are tested for COVID-19. You will be notified of the results of your test within 2-3 days by the Respiratory Clinic and if positive for COVID-19, they will manage your illness.
Please note that once you are cleared of COVID-19, then any concerns around your health with this infection or any other issues, can be managed by us at SCMP.
Please ring our Reception staff at any time if you are uncertain what to do or who to see if unwell, and they will provide advice on the best course of action, or discuss your situation with one of our Doctors.
SOUTH COAST BUSHFIRE EMERGENCIES
(FOR ALL BUSHFIRE-RELATED UPDATES, SEE OUR "NEWS" PAGE)
BUSHFIRE RECOVERY ACCESS PROGRAM
If you have been significantly impacted by recent bushfires, our psychologist Jocelyn France is available to support you. You may be eligible for Medicare benefits for up to 10 mental health treatment services. You do not need a GP referral or mental health treatment plan. Please get in touch with us at Bega Surgery on (02) 64 922 555 to book an appointment.
Please see the below three links to information from the Australian Government Department of Health for people affected by the bushfires:
1) Mental Health Support for Australians affected by the 2019-20 bushfires
2) Emergency health management - bushfire information and support
3) Information for Australians who have been affected by bushfires
BUSHFIRE RECOVERY ACCESS PROGRAM
If you have been significantly impacted by recent bushfires, our psychologist Jocelyn France is available to support you. You may be eligible for Medicare benefits for up to 10 mental health treatment services. You do not need a GP referral or mental health treatment plan. Please get in touch with us at Bega Surgery on (02) 64 922 555 to book an appointment.
Please see the below three links to information from the Australian Government Department of Health for people affected by the bushfires:
1) Mental Health Support for Australians affected by the 2019-20 bushfires
2) Emergency health management - bushfire information and support
3) Information for Australians who have been affected by bushfires
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Sapphire Coast Medical Practice is a traditional Family Medical Practice with a varied demographic of all ages, socioeconomic status and cultures.
We aim to provide complete family health care in a friendly, efficient, professional and confidential environment. All Medical, Nursing and Reception Staff and trainees strive to maintain this through their work at all times.
This Practice does not discriminate against or disadvantage patients in any aspect of access, examination or treatment. All staff provide all health care in a non-judgmental way.
All Doctors in our Practice strive to help our patients manage their own health problems with prevention, education, general advice and specific clinical care. We respect confidentiality at all times and understand our patient's rights to accept our advice and treatment, or not act on this advice.
Our Practice has been fully accredited by Australian General Practice Accreditation Limited (AGPAL).
Sapphire Coast Medical Practice adheres to the National Privacy Principles and a copy of our Privacy Policy Information is available at Reception. It is also available for download here.
We aim to provide complete family health care in a friendly, efficient, professional and confidential environment. All Medical, Nursing and Reception Staff and trainees strive to maintain this through their work at all times.
This Practice does not discriminate against or disadvantage patients in any aspect of access, examination or treatment. All staff provide all health care in a non-judgmental way.
All Doctors in our Practice strive to help our patients manage their own health problems with prevention, education, general advice and specific clinical care. We respect confidentiality at all times and understand our patient's rights to accept our advice and treatment, or not act on this advice.
Our Practice has been fully accredited by Australian General Practice Accreditation Limited (AGPAL).
Sapphire Coast Medical Practice adheres to the National Privacy Principles and a copy of our Privacy Policy Information is available at Reception. It is also available for download here.
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24 Church Street, BEGA
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78 Bega Street, TATHRA
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Sapphire Coast Medical Practice has two Practices linked by the Internet. One is located at Church Street in Bega, the other is located at Bega Street, Tathra. Our Doctors practice at both locations.
Our general hours of operation are from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (closed on NSW Public Holidays). Both surgeries will be closed on Monday, 8th June 2020 for the Queen's Birthday holiday.
A translating service can be arranged for non-English speaking patients.
Our general hours of operation are from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (closed on NSW Public Holidays). Both surgeries will be closed on Monday, 8th June 2020 for the Queen's Birthday holiday.
A translating service can be arranged for non-English speaking patients.
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