Home care for people with suspected of confirmed COVID-19 Take care of yourself and your family
Home care for people with suspected or confirmed COVID-19: If you are ill with fever and cough you should clean hands frequently with soap and water or with alcohol-based hand rub. Stay at home; do not attend work, school or public places. Rest , drink plenty of fluids and eat nutritious food. Stay in separate […]
Children, women, and older people are at higher risk of domestic violence during and after the Covid-19 pandemic
It has been reported a rapid rise of domestic violence cases in Australia due to COVID19. Some may need help, some are coping. There is no need to suffer in silence. Feel free to make a completely confidential appointment with one of our doctors at 52481299. https://www.esafety.gov.au/key-issues/covid-19/advice-women-domestic-violence
Great words! Just wanna share with you.
‘I promise this isn’t a lecture, or a lesson – and I’m not trying to blame you for anything either. I’m not your dad, I’m not your boss, and I’m not your teacher. But I’ve got a message I want to share with young Victorians. Chances are, you probably know someone who isn’t following the […]
July 26 COVID-19 Update
Thank you so much for doing your part and many of our patients have been COVID19 tested. So far the number of cases in Geelong remains manageable. 46 active cases in Colac and 29 in Geelong with no new cases in the last 24 hours have been reported. But… what do you do when COVID19 […]
Current COVID-19 (coronavirus) scams
A bit of update regarding the Scams that are going around. There is an update regarding the Txt msg scam we posted a few weeks ago as well. Take care all. https://www.scamwatch.gov.au/types-of-scams/current-covid-19-coronavirus-scams
Reusable face masks for vulnerable Victorians
Hot off the press – important announcement from DHHS for all Victorian. The Department of Health and Human Services will be distributing 2.1 million reusable face masks to: > Vulnerable Victorians> Aboriginal Victorians; and> Workforces who come into direct client contact and deliver Victorian Government funded health and human services to a range of vulnerable […]
The effect of physical distancing.
Where to buy a mask
I know there has been a lot of interest in where to buy a mask in recent days. With the help of Ethical Clothing Australia, I’ve put together this list of ethical, Australian-made masks to buy online. Please comment below if you know of any local stores that I should include in the list. Masks […]
Face coverings: whole of Victoria
From today on, if you live or work within metropolitan Melbourne or Mitchell Shire, you must wear a face covering whenever you leave your home, unless an exception applies. A face covering needs to cover both your nose and mouth. It could be a face mask or shield. We anticipate these advice will soon be […]
2 exciting things to celebrate this week at BMC
Firstly our 5 year anniversary of Dr Bernard Shiu taking the reigns at Banksia . Such an inspiring and dedicated leader, always encouraging his staff to learn and grow, and make our patients number one. And just as importantly Nurse Kerrie is our June Banksian award winner of the month. Kerrie is always helpful, efficient […]
