MANAGEMENT OF THE CURRENT COVID SITUATION
(AS AT 18 OCTOBER 2021)
(FOR MORE CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) INFORMATION, SEE OUR "NEWS" PAGE)
The current advice from NSW Health remains that all people with even mild symptoms of a respiratory tract infection (runny nose, cough, sore throat, loss of sense of smell or taste or unexplained fever) need to be tested for COVID-19.
SCMP remains focused on keeping our surgeries COVID-free, to enable us to continue clinical care of all our patients. This means that a patient or visitor with any of the above symptoms, or that is linked to a known exposure site, should not be seen INSIDE the premises. All patients and visitors to the Bega and Tathra Surgeries are also required to wear a face mask, have their temperature checked, symptoms checked, vaccination status checked, and sanitise their hands on entry.
If you require medical assistance, please:
The current advice from NSW Health remains that all people with even mild symptoms of a respiratory tract infection (runny nose, cough, sore throat, loss of sense of smell or taste or unexplained fever) need to be tested for COVID-19.
SCMP remains focused on keeping our surgeries COVID-free, to enable us to continue clinical care of all our patients. This means that a patient or visitor with any of the above symptoms, or that is linked to a known exposure site, should not be seen INSIDE the premises. All patients and visitors to the Bega and Tathra Surgeries are also required to wear a face mask, have their temperature checked, symptoms checked, vaccination status checked, and sanitise their hands on entry.
If you require medical assistance, please:
- Phone either the Tathra Surgery 6494 1877 or Bega Surgery 6492 2555 prior to presenting at either Practice;
- If any cold or flu like symptoms are present, you will be requested to register with NSW Health www.health.nsw.gov.au or by phoning 1800 318 248 to arrange a COVID test at South East Regional Hospital.
- If no symptoms are present, however you have been to any known exposure sites in the Bega Valley or HOTSPOTS outside of the Bega Valley Local Government Area identified by NSW Health in the last 14 days, you will be required upon arrival to wear a mask, hand sanitise, have your temperature/symptoms/vaccination status checked, and will likely be seen in your vehicle or in one of the surgery's outdoor gazebos.
SCMP's COVID-19 VACCINATION PROGRAM
(as at 18 OCTOber 2021)
- SCMP has commenced COVID-19 Pfizer Vaccination Clinics on Saturdays at our Bega Surgery. These vaccinations are for eligible patients over 12 years of age. For more details, and to check your eligibility, please visit the Vaccine Eligibility Checker before ringing and making your appointment at one of our Pfizer vaccination clinics. You can also book online through HotDoc.
- The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) have recommended a third dose of COVID-19 vaccines for certain groups of people who are immunocompromised. SCMP will be providing these third doses in the coming weeks, and have notified our eligible patients via SMS, phone call and/or letter to offer vaccination appointments. ATAGI have not provided any information about booster shots for the broader population yet.
- SCMP continues to provide COVID-19 AstraZeneca Vaccinations at both our Bega and Tathra surgeries. NSW Health have suggested bringing forward 2nd doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine from 12 weeks to 6-8 weeks. Due to the current outbreak of COVID-19 in the Bega Valley, SCMP is encouraging patients to bring their 2nd dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine forward. This is especially encouraged if you need to travel out of the Bega Valley in the near future. Please contact us to rearrange your appointment.
- Please note that if you have had your first AstraZeneca vaccine dose without any serious side effects, you can receive your second dose as planned.
- We strongly encourage EVERYONE who is eligible, to receive the vaccination as soon as possible.
- Please be reassured the vaccine available to this group of patients, is safe and effective and will provide protection from COVID-19 for both us as individuals and to our whole community.
- We will continue to provide information here on our website, the SCMP Facebook page and at our surgeries.
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
ABOUT US
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 practise at both locations.
Our general hours of operation are from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (closed on NSW Public Holidays).
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).
A translating service can be arranged for non-English speaking patients.
October 2021
