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Iron Infusions available at KPMC-Hillside with Dr Jason Wu

Iron Infusions available at KPMC-Hillside with Dr Jason Wu

We are pleased to offer iron infusion treatments to help combat iron deficiency and boost your energy levels. Our bodies need iron to make haemoglobin – the part of our red blood cells that carries oxygen around our body. It is also important for muscle strength, energy and good mental function. If your iron levels are low this may make you feel tired and not able to do normal daily activities. Symptoms of Iron Deficiency Symptoms of iron deficiency can range from mild to severe and typically present in the following: Fatigue Pale skin Physical weakness Chest pain, fast heartbeat...

KPMC- Hillside is now offering Mpox (Monkeypox) vaccination to eligible community members

KPMC- Hillside is now offering Mpox (Monkeypox) vaccination to eligible community members

Mpox (aka Monkeypox) continues to spread in many countries. In Victoria, the risk of local transmission linked to international travel remains. The Mpox virus is part of the same family of viruses as variola virus which causes smallpox. It is a rare viral illness that can become serious. In Victoria, the mpox vaccine (JYNNEOS® vaccine) is available free-of-charge for eligible people. The following criteria is taken from the Victorian Department of Health (https://www.health.vic.gov.au/infectious-diseases/monkeypox-mpx). Eligibility criteria Post-exposure preventive vaccination (PEPV)  for high-risk close contacts of Mpox cases, preferably within 4 days. Primary preventive vaccination (PPV) for the following: Gay, bisexual, and other...

Care in Mind at KPMC

Care in Mind at KPMC

After 2.5 years of living through a pandemic and challenging times, mental health faces the biggest challenges in our community. A lot of people have developed poor sleep, easily feel anxious (socialising and seeing other people), often feel on edge and find it difficult to relax. Even our young children find it difficult to go back to school. Mental health covers a range of things including our emotional, psychological and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. Most mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic disorder, PTSD, eating disorder, adjustment disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar affective disorder, coping...

Flu Vaccine Available Now at KPMC-Hillside

Flu Vaccine Available Now at KPMC-Hillside

Flu season is upon us!  Don’t take the risk, protect yourself and your family. Our stock has arrived and ready for you! Vaccination is the best defence against influenza and is recommended to anyone aged 6 months and over. The following people are eligible to receive a FREE influenza vaccine: Children aged 6 months to under 5 years People aged 65 years and older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 6 months and older People aged 6 months and older with medical conditions putting them at risk People who are pregnant If you are not on the list for...