Dr Duncan MacWalter

Dr MacWalter is having a wee break, which is why there might take longer to get an appointment. He is working over Christmas though, and he usually has reserved on the day appointments for urgent issues, if you phone reception.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away.

This flu season is looking worse than most years. If you think you've got flu, mostly the treatment is rest, fluids and time. And avoid contact with other people where possible.

A few people will be very sick and may need review in clinic or at hospital.

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There's not much you can do one you've got flu, just drink plenty of fluids, rest, and take paracetamol or ibuprofen if needed. And keep away from other people!

You can reduce your chances of getting our with a flu vaccine. These are free for Under 5s, Over 65s, and if you have a long-term healt...

The meningitis ACWY vaccine is now given to all kids at 12 months, with a catch up program in year 10.
The Federal Government haven't yet funded Meningitis B vaccine, but recently South Australia added it to their state schedule.

Meningitis B vaccine is available privately, and you may be able ...

Christmas holidays are coming up!

Everyone's busy at this time of year, but check your prescriptions aren't going to run out over the festive period.

It's not too late to get your kids under 5 a free flue vaccine. It's supplied by the Queensland Government, and supplies are still good!

Under 5s quadrivalent flu vaccines will be available from the end of April, and are recommended free for all children.
Over 65s are recommended the extra-strong trivalent vaccine.

The flu vaccines effect starts to wear off after 4 months though.

So next week onwards is a great time to get you...

Free Meningococcal ACWY vaccines funded by Queensland Health, recommended for all 15-19 year olds.

Book now to protect yourself, or your family member, from this deadly infection.

It's hot outside! Make sure you Slip, Slap, Slop and drink plenty of fluids.