South Steyne Medical Centre would like to remind you that Australia Day is this coming Thursday the 26th of January. South Steyne Medical Centre will be closed on Thursday the 26th of January (Australia Day). We will be reopening on Friday the 27th of January.

We would like to highlight that this day means a lot of different things for all members of our community, and that we will be reflecting on this as a team.

We hope to continue to provide an inclusive and safe place for people to fully realise their health potential, and key to this is making sure that all members of our community feel culturally safe when attending our clinic.

What does World Braille Day celebrate? The birth of Louis Braille.

He is the inventor of braille which, is a method for enabling people who are blind or partially sighted to be able to read. Braille enables people who have different vision profiles to participate fully in life. From enabling people to read books to allowing them to interact with art! The Castle Sant’Elmo is a popular tourist attraction that uses braille to beautifully describe the fortress lookout which sits on top of the Italian city of Napoli.

If you would like to learn more about braille, please click here.

Want to talk to a doctor about any concerns you have regarding your sight? Please feel free to make a booking with one of our doctors by clicking here.

How many New Year’s resolutions get abandoned after the first month? 80%!

Not to worry. South Steyne Medical Centre has got you covered. We’ve put together a few tips to help you make 2023 the best year it can be, and hopefully this list will help you stick to any health related goals you’ve set for the year.

1. Make your goals realistic
2. Do your resolution with a friend
3. Track your results
4. Celebrate your milestones

If you set any health related goals this year, be sure to chat to one of our doctors so that you can receive any of the necessary supervision. Click here to book an appointment today.

True or false: “Not All Disabilities are Visible”

Answer: True.

Did you know that according to the World Health Organisation 1 billion people are living with a disability globally?

Did you know that two thirds of these people don’t seek any assistance due to stigma?

These figures help remind us that there a lot of people we will meet every day who face barriers we do not see or experience, and that many of these people need our support.

Help South Steyne Medical Centre this year in starting a conversation around hidden disabilities by sharing this post and learning more about the International Day of People with Disabilities.

If you would like to learn more about different types of disabilities, please book with one of our doctors here or click the link here.

Do you know the international symbol of HIV awareness and support?

It’s a red ribbon. This symbolises solidarity with those affected by HIV globally. Join as at South Steyne Medical Centre this year as we help to raise awareness and reduce stigma around HIV.

What are some ways we can all help those with HIV and help to prevent this virus?

1. Learn about how HIV is transmitted.

2. Understand how to test for HIV.

3. Learn about how HIV is treated and about how we can support those who are HIV positive.

If you would like to learn more about HIV, our doctors are able to discuss all the above with you, as well as any questions that you may have. Book an appointment with one of our doctors by clicking here.

Learn more about HIV and this initiative by clicking here.

It’s National Skin Cancer Awareness Week at South Steyne Medical Centre.

We love getting in the sun here at Manly, but it’s important to stay safe when doing so! Staying sun smart protects you from an abundance of potentially dangerous skin issues. The Cancer Council is running a fantastic initiative this week, National Skin Cancer Action Week.

Here are the best ways to keep safe in the sun this summer:

SLIP on some sun-protective clothing that covers as much skin as possible.

SLOP on broad spectrum, water resistant SPF30 (or higher) sunscreen. Put it on 20 minutes before you go outdoors and every two hours afterwards. Sunscreen should never be used to extend the time you spend in the sun.

SLAP on a hat – broad brim or legionnaire style to protect your face, head, neck and ears, as these areas often get burned or damaged unnoticed!

SEEK shade.

SLIDE on some sunglasses – make sure they meet Australian Standards.

Learn about skin cancer and this initiative by clicking here.

Speak to one of our doctors about skin cancer by clicking here.

It’s World Diabetes Day at South Steyne Medical Centre.

Even though the technology for treating diabetes has been around for 100 years, treatment is still not accessible for many who suffer from diabetes. The reasons for this lack of access are largely due to financial or educational factors. By helping to raise awareness about diabetes and supporting World Diabetes Day, you are helping to improve the quality of life for people all around the world.

Help raise awareness by sharing this post!

If you would like to contribute to this initiative, please click here.

Speak about diabetes with one of our doctors at South Steyne Medical Centre by clicking here.