Health News & Articles
Health tips from our GPs and nurses, plus the latest news from Emerald Medical Centre.
Tired All the Time? When Fatigue Is Worth Talking to Your GP About
Feeling tired after a poor night’s sleep is normal. But when fatigue becomes persistent, affects your concentration, mood or daily life, it may be…
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What You Need to Know About Medicinal Cannabis
Considering medicinal cannabis in Australia? Learn about CBD, THC, how medicinal cannabis is prescribed, and when it may be appropriate as part of…
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Closing the Gap Through Prevention, Partnership and Care
Closing the Gap starts with accessible, preventative, and culturally safe healthcare. Discover how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health…
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Proactive Dementia Screening a Growing Focus at Emerald Medical Centre
Looking after your brain health starts with awareness. Proactive dementia screening can help detect cognitive changes early, opening the door to…
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Six Important Health Checks After 50 You Shouldn’t Ignore
Wondering which health checks after 50 are most important? Regular check-ups can help detect potential health concerns early and support healthy…
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Free Pneumococcal Vaccine: Are you eligible?
Under the updated National Immunisation Program, the eligible age has been lowered from 75 to 65, helping protect more people against serious…
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Fee Increase Update – Effective 1 July
Emerald Medical Centre has updated its consultation fees to help support the continued delivery of high-quality healthcare services for our…
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FluMist® at EMC
Influenza can lead to serious illness in children, and vaccination remains the best way to help protect them and those around them during flu season.…
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Dementia Care in The Hills
At Emerald Medical Centre, we are continuing to strengthen the way we approach dementia and cognitive care within the practice. This includes further…
Read moreATSI Health Assessments
An ATSI Health Assessment is a comprehensive check-up available to eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients. These assessments are…
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A Health Update for the Hills: Preparing for Flu Season 2026
As the cooler months arrive, Emerald Medical Centre is encouraging the Hills community to prepare for the 2026 flu season. Annual vaccination remains…
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Updates to Chronic Condition Care Plans
From 1 July 2025, Medicare is updating how chronic disease care plans (also called GP Management Plans) are structured.
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Dr Murphy article from 1981
Dr Murphy, founder of Emerald Medical Centre, was deeply devoted to the town and practised medicine right up until his passing
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