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Fresh Views on Topics That Matter
We’ve broken the mould of boring medical blogs. Here you won’t find stuffy, sciencey articles that ramble on forever.
Instead, your GP, our staff, and our colleagues offer straight-forward and helpful views on topics relevant to you.
Click on a post below for a good read.
Our Latest Posts
IUD Insertions in Melbourne: Costs, Options, and What to Expect
IUDs are long-lasting, affordable, effective and safe contraception.
How Effective is PrEP for Preventing HIV Infection?
PrEP is up to 99% effective against HIV infection when taken as prescribed.
Migraine Relief with Your GP Specialist
The path to effective migraine treatment begins with your GP.
Iron Infusions in Melbourne
Always feeling tired and flat? Getting checked out for iron deficiency anaemia could be on the cards.
Chlamydia Treatment in Australia
Chlamydia is an easily treated STI affecting many sexually active people in Australia.
Ingrown Toenails & In-Clinic Treatment
In most cases, painful ingrown toenails can easily be treated in-clinic.
IBS Treatment: Your GP Clinic Can Help
With proper management, your GP can help improve irritable bowel syndrome symptoms.
Erectile Dysfunction Treatment
Rest assured, it’s unlikely you’ll need to drop your pants for an ED diagnosis.
Psoriasis Treatment in Melbourne
Psoriasis patient’s can get excellent results with topical treatments, UV light therapy, & medications.
Vaginismus & Vulvodynia Treatment: Get Your Sex Life Back
There’s hope for women who experience painful sex.
Male Fertility: A GP’s Advice
Chatting with your GP about any fertility concerns is a great first step.
Prostate Cancer Tests & Diagnosis
The mention of digital prostate examinations cause anxiety in most men. Few know that there’s a better way.
Genital Herpes: Myths, Facts & Treatment
Let’s sort fact from fiction regarding this surprisingly common STI.
Skin Cancer Checks in Melbourne
Many skin checks and procedures can be done in-clinic by your GP.
Cervical Screening Tests: 5 Facts
More effective Cervical Screening Tests have replaced the old Pap smears.
Can the Flu Shot Give You the Flu?
No, it’s 100%, hands-down impossible to catch the flu from a flu vaccine.
Meningococcal Rashes & Children: The Warnings Signs
It’s incredibly unlikely your child’s rash is caused by meningococcal disease.
Acne Treatment
Dr James appreciates the daily impact acne can have on your physical and mental health.
Planning for a Pregnancy in Australia
Thinking about falling pregnant? Speaking with your GP first is golden.
Medical Transitioning: Where to Start
Identify as trans or non-binary? Medical transitioning may be an option for you.
Mental Health at Xmas
The Holiday Season can be quite a difficult time or many people, especially those who are lonely.
Melbourne’s Hay Fever Season: How to Cope
Melbourne’s dreaded hay fever season runs from 1 October to 31 December.
Pelvic Floor Exercises in Pregnancy
Kegels can help with incontinence & postnatal exercise.
Medical Abortions in Melbourne: A Discreet, At-Home Option
When it comes to terminating a pregnancy, most people believe that a surgical abortion is the only option.
What To Do About Strong Vaginal Odour
Despite unrealistic expectations placed upon women, your vagina is never going to smell like roses.
Caring for Your Mental Health During COVID
We all had our fingers crossed that 2020 would behave itself. Unfortunately, the coronavirus had other ideas.
Sleepless in Melbourne: Doctor-led Sleep Disorder Treatment
Remember the days when your head barely hit the pillow and you were out like a light?
Endometriosis and Pregnancy: Risks, Fertility, IVF & Treatments
Yes, you can get pregnant with endometriosis.
A Dermatologist’s Approach to Hair Loss
We welcome our latest guest blog contributor, Dr Hope Dinh from Hope Dermatology.
Oh How Things Change: First Baby vs Third Baby
Your first baby is the little miracle you’ve been dreaming about. With baby #3 things are a little different.
Good Dental Health Makes Your Body Smile
We welcome our latest guest blog contributor, Dr Ian Malkinson from Dental on Clarendon.
What is a Hand Therapist?
We welcome our latest guest blog contributor, Karen Fitt from Melbourne Hand Rehab.
How to Support Someone With Cancer (and What Not to Do)
“All of a sudden they started acting weird around me” is a statement I often hear from cancer patients.
Eczema, Asthma, and Hay Fever in Babies and Children
It’s true: More kids these days are suffering from eczema, asthma and hay fever.
Thyroid Problems: Not Always to Blame for Poor Health
‘Doctor Google’ often unfairly blames thyroid problems for common poor health symptoms.
Is Porn Bad For You
Australians have a huge appetite for pornography – and the side-effects on our health are significant.
What I Learnt Trekking Nepal With a Two Year Old Strapped to My Back
Eight years ago, I had an idea that we trek Nepal with our boys, two and four years old.
Six Tips for Being a Good Patient
“What the fudge??” may be the first thing you think after reading the heading above.
Movember Australia
You’ll be seeing A LOT more moustaches during November – and for good reason.