Mental Health Month: Why Speaking to Your GP is a Vital First Step October is Mental Health Month—a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and remind ourselves that mental well-being is just as important as physical health. At Seaford Heights Medical Centre, we’re...

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Early Detection Starts with You and Your GP October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on one of the most common cancers affecting Australian women. At Seaford Heights Medical Centre, we're joining the call to...

This World Heart Day, we're reminding patients over 45 (or 30+ for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people) to prioritise their heart health. Here in Australia, where nearly 1.2 million people live with heart disease, this day is especially significant....

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Speak to Your GP 💬 Let’s Talk About It Prostate cancer isn’t always easy to talk about, but it’s a conversation that could save your life. This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, let’s spread the word and encourage the men in our lives...

Dementia Action Week is a national initiative aimed at raising awareness, breaking stigma, and encouraging timely action for people living with dementia and their loved ones. Organised by the Alzheimer's Society, this annual campaign reminds us all of the importance...

At Seaford Heights Medical Centre, we believe in the power of a simple question: “Are you OK?” Each year, R U OK? Day reminds us of the importance of checking in on the people around us – our family, friends, neighbours, colleagues, and even ourselves. It’s a national...

Join The HYP at Seaford Heights Medical Centre Spring into a Healthier You! We're thrilled to launch the Healthier You Project here at Seaford Heights Medical Centre - GET HYP with us! This spring, it's all about fresh starts and feeling your best. Our new initiative...

Today, Seaford Heights Medical Centre is dressed in pink in support of GO PINK — a powerful campaign to raise awareness for breast cancer research and support. Go PINK brings the community together each June to make a proud pink pledge and raise funds for world class...

This June, we’re shining a light on bowel cancer — one of the most common cancers, but also one of the most treatable when detected early. Bowel cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, can affect any part of the colon or rectum; it may also be referred to as colon...

Heart Week is here, and in 2025, we’re calling on our community to take one vital step: BOOK YOUR Heart Health Check today. Heart disease is still one of the leading causes of death in Australia, but with early detection and prevention, we can change that—together....

🌸🐰Seaford Heights Medical Centre’s Easter Colouring-In Competition is now open! 🌸🐰 We’re calling all our little artists to grab their pencils, crayons, and markers and show us their best Easter colouring creation! Here’s how to enter: 🐣 Collect a colouring sheet from...

As we enter the flu season in 2025, it’s important to remember that the flu virus can affect anyone, leading to widespread illness, missed work, school, and, in some cases, serious complications. The good news is that the flu vaccine remains the most effective way to...

What Are Kidneys and Why Are They Important? The kidneys are vital organs located in the lower back, one on each side of the spine. These small, yet powerful organs are responsible for filtering about 50 gallons of blood every single day. They remove waste, toxins,...

Welcome Dr Yog Sareen   Appointments Now Available   We're excited to introduce you to Dr Sareen who has joined us here at Seaford Heights Medical Centre. Dr Sareen will be consulting Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9am - 5pm.   Dr Sareen is an experienced General...

As your kids head back to school, don’t forget to update their Asthma Action Plan—it’s just as essential as sending them out with a hat on a sunny day! 🌞🧢 An up-to-date Asthma Action Plan is their “just in case” tool, like having sunscreen in their bag. It ensures...

Bowel cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, develops from the inner lining of the bowel and is usually preceded by growths called polyps, which may become invasive cancer if undetected. Depending on where the cancer begins, bowel cancer may be called colon or...

Breast cancer is a significant health issue in Australia, being the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women. Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancerous) cells form in the tissues of the breast. It can occur in both men and women, although it is much...

In Australia, 1 in 6 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. About 3,000 of our dads, brothers, husbands, sons and mates will lose their battle every year Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australian men, with an increased...

National Asthma Week 1st – 7th September 2024 What is Asthma? Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition characterised by inflammation and narrowing of the airways, which leads to symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing. These...

Congratulations to Dr Samia Al Haque on achieving GP Fellowship! This is a significant milestone and a testament to her ongoing hard work and dedication. Dr Samia’s commitment to excellence in patient care and continuous learning is truly inspiring. Wishing you...

National Stroke Week A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, causing brain cells to die. This interruption can be due to a blockage (ischemic stroke) or a burst blood vessel (hemorrhagic stroke). The reduced blood flow impairs...

DIABETES Did you know? More than 300 Australians develop diabetes every day. That’s one person every 5 minutes. Almost 120,000 Australians have developed diabetes in the past year Diabetes is the seventh most common cause of death by disease in Australia What is...

MyMedicare Your GP is now registered with MyMedicare. Now you can register too. What is MyMedicare? MyMedicare is a voluntary patient registration model...

We are pleased to welcome Dr Samia Al Haque to Seaford Heights Medical Centre, Dr Al Haque is a final year GP Registrar joining us to complete her training. Dr Al Haque will be starting at Seaford Heights Medical Centre early February. Dr Al Haque has completed her...

Dr Wendy touched the lives of many with her warm and compassionate nature. Dr Wendy had a remarkable career, a position she held with dedication and pride. She enjoyed mentoring fellow colleagues and sharing her many years of experience. The lovely Dr Wendy passed...