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At WaverleyGP, I provide comprehensive care for women at all stages of life. I offer a range of women’s health services, including cervical screening, contraception advice, fertility and pregnancy care, menopause management, and support for menstrual and hormonal concerns. My care is always tailored to your individual needs, ensuring a comfortable and supportive environment where you can feel at ease discussing personal health matters. Whether you need a routine check-up, family planning advice, or ongoing management of a women’s health condition, I’m here to help. Appointments are available for women’s health consultations – please call the clinic or book online.   Services include: Contraception Implanon IUD clinic Other contraception Maternity services                                       Shared care Postnatal care Menopause Cervical screening Breast examinations Pelvic Pain Stress and urge incontinence    

What is MyMedicare? MyMedicare is a new voluntary patient registration model. It aims to strengthen the relationship between patients, their general practice, general practitioner and primary care teams. You can formally register with us as your usual general practice or register with your preferred doctor.   What is the goal? The goal of MyMedicare is to strengthen the relationship you have with your preferred medical centre or preferred GP. By attending the same clinic and visiting the same GP consistently for your appointments, our team and your doctor can provide you with better ongoing care. Patient Benefits: Greater continuity of care with your registered practice, improving health outcomes Availability of longer Telehealth (phone) appointments Read more – HERE Registering with MyMedicare is voluntary and free. How to Register: It’s simple, fill out this online form and we can register you directly. My Medicare Registration  

RSV vaccine for pregnant women and RSV immunisation for infants If your child is under 8months old, they can have a free Vaccine (Beyfortus) – Please call the clinic to book on 0398028155In early 2025, the Australian Government started a free immunisation program to protect babies from RSV. The ‘RSV Mother and Infant Protection Program’ includes vaccines for pregnant women and babies who are at a higher risk of severe RSV. Vaccine for pregnant women Under the National Immunisation Program, pregnant women can now get the maternal RSV vaccine ‘Abrysvo®’ for free. The vaccine is recommended for women from 28 weeks of pregnancy to protect their newborn from RSV. It can safely be given at the same time as the free maternal vaccines for influenza and whooping cough.Research shows that RSV vaccines in pregnancy reduce the risk of severe RSV disease in babies under 6 months of age by about 70%. Immunisation for infants In Victoria from 1 April to 30 September 2025, an RSV monoclonal antibody immunisation called ‘Beyfortus™’ will be offered to protect babies and young children under eight months old who are most at risk of a serious RSV infection, like bronchiolitis. The medicine sticks to the RSV virus and stops it from entering cells in the body. It is given as an injection. Most infants will only need protection from the maternal vaccine or monoclonal antibody immunisation. Infants at a higher risk of severe RSV will also be offered a Beyfortus™ dose in their first or second RSV season. Read the program information or visit the Melbourne Vaccine Education Centre (MVEC) website for more information on whether your baby should have an RSV immunisation. If you have questions, it is also a good idea to speak to your doctor. Common questions about RSV In Victoria from 1 April to 30 September 2025, an RSV monoclonal antibody immunisation called ‘Beyfortus™’ will be offered to protect babies and young children under eight months old who are most at risk of a serious RSV infection, like bronchiolitis. The medicine sticks to the RSV virus and stops it from entering cells in the body. It is given as an injection. How long does RSV last? In most cases, an RSV infection like the common cold lasts one to two weeks. Your child may take longer to recover if they have an existing condition like asthma. Can adults get RSV? Adults can get an RSV infection, just like children. Most adults with an RSV infection get a cold with symptoms like a runny nose, cough, wheeze, trouble breathing, or fever. People over 65 years old are at a higher risk of getting very sick from RSV. My child has a cold; do I need to test them for RSV? If your child has a cold, it can be hard to tell which virus they have. There are tests available from pharmacies that check for RSV; a doctor can also do a nose or throat swab called a PCR test. However, it does not really matter whether your child has RSV or another virus because treatment for all colds is the same – plenty of rest and fluids. Antibiotics do not work on viruses. (Article from RCH Melbourne in multiple languages LINK)