Ross River Virus Disease
Follow the links to information.
Ross River virus is spread by mosquitoes.
Joint inflammation and pain, fatigue and muscle aches are the usual symptoms of Ross River virus disease. Many infected people also develop a rash.
Reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes by wearing long, loose-fitting clothes and use effective insect repellents in mosquito-prone areas.
Come on Seymour...let's save lives
Bowel cancer screening saves lives. Click here for information.
Watch these videos for information.....click to see videos
Ask your GP about your risk and what action you should take.
Celebrate World Parkinson's Day - Monday April 11th
Fundraise for Parkinson’s
Host your own event
Shake It Up Australia encourages our supporters to think laterally and to use their own unique skills to develop a fundraising event in their community.The people who do this not only raise funds but also much needed awareness within the community.
New Travel App
NEW Travel App from The Travel Clinic.
Check it out and give us your feedback.
The App Store and Google Play. Search - Travel Clinic – Vaccine App
Seymour Medical Clinic showcases local artists
Seymour Medical Clinic is pleased to showcase the work of several prize winning artists.
Read more about the Seymour and District Art Society's Art Beyond the Divide here.
Seymour Medical Clinic joins the Compass trial for women
WELCOME TO COMPASS
Compass is a clinical trial comparing 2.5 -yearly Pap test screening with 5- yearly Human Papillomavirus (HPV) screening. It is the first large scale clinical trial internationally to assess these screening tests in an HPV vaccinated population. It is being carried out in the state of Victoria by VCS in collaboration with Cancer Council NSW. Click here to read more....
Not ALL Apps are good Apps
Looking for a healthy living app? Check out over 200 apps rated.
Search by category, device, age group and pricing to find the app that suits you.
Sleeping well. Living well
Learn about sleep and improve the quality of your sleep.
Check out the website of the Sleep Health Foundation
Healthy weight - Health weight week is Feb 13th -19th 2017
Positive Parenting Telephone Service
The program is available to parents in the Hume Region, with children aaged 2 to 10. The program runs for 6-10 weeks and is a self-direted program in which clients are supported through a weekly telehpone consultation with a parent educator and a self-help workbook.
Call 1800 880 660 for further information on check the internet.
Cutting edge epilepsy research
Epilepsy has never been a high-profile disease — though the death of star jockey Nathan Berry (brother of Seymour Cup winning rider Tommy) might start to see that change — but it does have more than its share of sudden death and a Seymour researcher is at the forefront of trying to work out ways to reduce these. Check out www.sudepglobalconversation.com.au
'Life' program will be back in 2017 at Seymour Medical Clinic
The Life! program supports you to take control of your life, teaching you how to adopt healthy behaviours and a more active lifestyle to reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Funded by the Victorian Government Seymour Medical Clinic facilitator nurse Bec enjoys working with small groups to support you in your quest for good health and wellbeing. Take the quiz to assess your risk. If you score 12 or more you might qualify to join this free course. Ring nurse Bec on 5792 1222 for information about the program and dates for 2017..
Art lifts spirits at Seymour Medical Clinic
Local artists are part of the healing process for patients at Seymour Medical Clinic. While you are waiting you are invited to enjoy viewing the work of people who have generously provided their art to enhance the atmosphere of our Clinic.
Some pieces are for sale and if you would like to make a purchase please speak to our receptionists. The displays chage 3-4 time each year. At reception you can also pick up a printed bio of the artists whose works are currently on display. Hover on the image for more information...