Ochre welcomes new Medicare funding announcements and emphasises the need for...
The Albanese Government has committed to make a new investment in Medicare to: Expand the current bulk-billing incentives to all Australians. Increase GP training places & incentives in order to...
View ArticleLet’s talk Asthma…
About one in nine people in Australia have asthma, one of the highest rates in the world. Asthma is a serious condition that leads to the deaths of around 400 Australians each year. But in many cases,...
View ArticleAward winning medical centre expands its services
In the heart of Canberra’s north, a local clinic is focusing on continuous improvement in delivering accessible community care. The post Award winning medical centre expands its services appeared first...
View ArticleHelping Canberrans navigate life’s psychological challenges
With more than two decades of experience, Counselling Psychologist, Peter Watt brings a deep sense of calm and compassion to his practice at Ochre Medical Centre Casey. The post Helping Canberrans...
View ArticleIt’s time to be alert to diabetes and any alarm bells!
What is diabetes? Diabetes is a chronic disease involving elevated levels of blood glucose (or blood sugar) which can lead, over time, to serious damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys and...
View ArticleA Red Apple Day to keep bowel cancer away
Every day, 40 Australians are told they have bowel cancer – talking to your doctor, regular bowel screening and plenty of fibre (including from apples) can save you being one of them! Bowel cancer...
View ArticleNew home, same mission: Canberra Allergy Clinic grows to meet demand
In good news for Canberrans and surrounding communities , the Canberra Allergy Clinic has expanded its reach and services offerings. The post New home, same mission: Canberra Allergy Clinic grows to...
View ArticleDo you love your heart?
Never miss a beat – talk to your doctor today about your risk and your eligibility for a Heart Health Check. An Australian experiences a heart attack or stroke every 4 minutes! Over 2.5 million...
View ArticleStaying ahead in skin cancer, anti-ageing and family medicine
The new doctor at the Ochre Medical Centres in Bruce and Casey, Dr Moosa Salesianfarash, describes himself as a lifelong learner. The post Staying ahead in skin cancer, anti-ageing and family medicine...
View ArticleAvoiding the flu is up to you!
Annual flu vaccinations protect families and communities from virus transmission and serious illness. Here are your key questions answered: Should my family and I get vaccinated against the flu? Yes,...
View ArticleOchre Health welcomes federal Labor pledge to open 50 new Medicare Urgent...
The Ochre Health Group welcomes the announcement by the federal Labor Government that it will open 50 new bulk-billing Medicare Urgent Care Clinics (UCCs) by mid-2026 at a cost of around $644 million...
View ArticleOchre welcomes new Medicare funding announcements and emphasises the need for...
The Albanese Government has committed to make a new investment in Medicare to: Expand the current bulk-billing incentives to all Australians. Increase GP training places & incentives in order to...
View ArticleUnderstanding weight management as a medical condition
Dr Randee Gunaratne is on a mission. As an experienced GP at Ochre Medical Centre Bruce, she is focusing on the importance of viewing and addressing weight-related health issues as medical, rather than...
View ArticleYour gut could be telling you something important!
You may be aware of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program and chances are you’ve received a free test kit in the mail if you’re over 45. The post Your gut could be telling you something...
View ArticleExpert team helping allergy sufferers
Canberra is often referred to as “the pollen capital of Australia”. We consistently have the longest and densest pollen season of any region in the country and, according to Canberra Allergy Clinic’s...
View ArticleNew doctors inject international experience
Two new doctors at Ochre Medical Centre Bruce bring a wealth of experience and stories from across “the ditch” – Dr Ric Chan comes from Malaysia via the UK and Dr Deirdre Clink comes from Scotland via...
View ArticleSkin cancer is serious – don’t let sun damage cast a shadow on making happy...
Has red, raw, blistered or peeling skin caused you to regret a nice day out in the summer sun? Maybe after spending time at the beach, out on the water, in the garden or playing sport? Unfortunately,...
View ArticleConsultations continue for patients of fire affected medical practice
On the morning of Tuesday 20th August, an electrical fault caused a serious fire at Ochre Medical Centre Kippax at 76 Hardwick Crescent in Holt. The post Consultations continue for patients of fire...
View ArticleServing again for the community
Will Gold is a busy man – business owner, family man, health consultant, and facilitator. He’s also a fourth-generation ADF veteran and on a mission to help fellow veterans heal. The post Serving again...
View ArticleFee increase from 30th September 2024
Fee increase of $3.00 on all private consultations from Monday 30th September 2024 to cover additional regulatory and compliance costs in NSW Regulatory changes in NSW have meant our costs have...
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