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February 26, 2019 In Eleanor Clinic

Red Nose Safe Sleeping Workshop at Eleanor Clinic

 

Little changes can make a big difference to the safety of your baby’s sleep. We are hosting a free  Red Nose Safe Sleep workshop at Eleanor Clinic on Saturday, March 23 at 10 am.

This workshop will provide parents and carers with practical advice on the safest way to sleep baby safely to reduce the risk of SIDS and fatal sleeping accidents.

Come and gain valuable advice from our qualified Red Nose Safe Sleeping educator. Places are strictly limited so please call us on (03) 9318 4666 to reserve your free spot!

December 21, 2018 In Eleanor Clinic, Travel

Travel Health at Eleanor Clinic

Travel with Confidence – Book Your Travel Health Consult at Eleanor Clinic

There’s nothing quite like the excitement of planning your dream getaway — whether it’s soaking up the sun in Bali, exploring ancient temples in Asia, or going on safari in Africa. Travel opens the door to unforgettable experiences, cultural connections, and new perspectives. But before you zip up your suitcase, there’s one important step to ensure your trip is as safe and stress-free as it is exciting: a travel health consultation.

At Eleanor Clinic, we love helping our patients travel well. As your local accredited Yellow Fever vaccination centre, we’re fully equipped to support your travel health needs, wherever your adventure takes you.

Why Book a Travel Health Consultation?

Travel is joyful — but different destinations can come with different health risks. A travel health consult ensures you’re informed, protected, and ready to go.

You’ll meet with one of our experienced doctors for a tailored consultation, where we’ll discuss your itinerary, personal health history, and any recommended or required vaccinations. If you’d like to receive vaccines on the same day, just let reception know when booking, so we can also schedule you in with our nurse.

To make the most of your appointment, we recommend booking at least 6 weeks before your departure.

Travel Alert: Rabies Outbreak in Bali

Bali is a beloved destination for many Australians — but a recent outbreak of rabies in popular tourist areas such as South Kuta, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran Bay, Mengwi Province, and parts of Canggu is an important reminder of the value of travel health planning.

Rabies is a deadly virus that’s transmitted through the bite or scratch of infected animals — particularly dogs and monkeys. While Australia is rabies-free, the same can’t be said for many popular holiday spots.

This year alone, over 13,000 cases of rabies have been reported in Bali, with 25 tragic deaths. Sadly, many of these were preventable.

Peace of Mind with Rabies Vaccination

If you’re travelling to Bali or other high-risk areas, pre-exposure rabies vaccination is a smart step — especially for families, children, frequent travellers, or anyone seeking extra peace of mind.

The vaccine involves:

  • 2 doses, 7 days apart
  • An optional booster at 12 months for long-term protection (up to 10 years)
Going Further? We’ve Got You Covered

Planning a trip to Africa or South America? We’re proud to be an accredited Yellow Fever vaccination centre — and can provide all required and recommended vaccines for your specific destination.

Whether it’s Typhoid, Hepatitis, Japanese Encephalitis, Malaria prevention, or Yellow Fever, we’ve got you covered.

Let the Adventure Begin — Safely

Travel is one of life’s greatest joys — let us help you experience it safely. Book your pre-travel health consultation at Eleanor Clinic today and take off with confidence.

Call us or book online — and remember to mention if you’d like your vaccines done during the same visit.

Happy travels from all of us at Eleanor Clinic!

December 16, 2018 In Eleanor Clinic, Women's Health

Emergency Contraception

By Dr Felicity Dent
Specialised Women’s Health General Practitioner

Editor’s note: This article focuses on emergency contraception. Eleanor Clinic offers advice on all forms of contraception and family planning, including Implanon, Copper IUD and Marina insertion. Please make an appointment with your Eleanor Clinic GP to discuss the most suitable option for you.

Emergency contraception, often called “the morning after pill”, is commonly used to prevent a woman becoming pregnant after unprotected sex.

But did you know that emergency contraception comes in different types?

Fast facts about emergency contraception:

  • 85-99% effective in preventing unwanted pregnancy
  • Does not protect against STI’s
  • Is available as 2 different sorts of single use pill and also as the copper IUD
  • If you choose the copper IUD you will have ongoing contraceptive cover for 5-10 years
  • Works best if used as soon as possible after unprotected sex, preferably within 24 hours, butcan be used for up to 5 days

The emergency contraceptive pill is available in 2 types, both available over the counter from pharmacies at relatively low cost. Your doctor or pharmacist can help you decide which is best for you. It works by preventing or delaying the ovaries releasing an egg, and it is around 85% effective at preventing pregnancy. If you have unprotected sex again after taking emergency contraception you may need another dose.

Side effects from the emergency contraceptive pill are generally mild and might include: a change in your next period, nausea, headaches, bloating and tender breasts.

REMEMBER: if your period is very light or more than 7 days late, take a pregnancy test.

The emergency copper IUD is the most effective way of preventing unwanted pregnancy after unprotected sex – it is 99% effective if used within 5 days. It also has the benefit of providing ongoing contraception for 5-10 years. An IUD is a small device that is inserted into the uterus by a trained professional, and it works by affecting sperm movement and making fertilisation of the egg unlikely.

In general copper IUDs can make future periods heavier and increase cramping, but there are other things to consider before making a decision – have a discussion with your doctor about whether an IUD is suitable for you.

We are generally able to insert copper IUDs at short notice at Eleanor Clinic.
Please contact our reception staff and let them know what you need.

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November 30, 2018 In Chronic illness, Eleanor Clinic, Nutrition

Living a low-carb lifestyle

By Dr Olivia Rimington

Low Carb GP

I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes over 20 years ago. During that time I always struggled to achieve ‘normal’ blood sugars and ‘good’ control, despite following the recommended low fat, high carbohydrate diabetic diet. This was particularly frustrating for me because as a GP, I am all too familiar with the complications from poorly controlled diabetes, and didn’t fancy the idea of having a heart attack, or losing my eyesight, kidneys or a limb because I could not keep my blood sugars in the normal range. Years of high blood sugars and steady weight gain meant my insulin requirements were continuing to increase, but my control was not getting any better.

My blood sugars are now mainly within NORMAL range, something I never thought was possible!

 

Several years ago I began researching the benefits of a low carbohydrate lifestyle and intermittent fasting for the management of Diabetes. I discovered that there is a lot of good evidence supporting its use not only for Diabetes, but also Obesity, high blood pressure and other metabolic health problems such as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Fatty Liver and may help to improve Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Inflammatory joint disease and Dementia. A low carbohydrate or ‘ketogenic’ diet is also being used to help manage certain types of Epilepsy and cancer.

Since adopting a ‘Low Carbohydrate Lifestyle’, combined with intermittent fasting nearly three years ago, my blood sugars are now mainly within NORMAL range, something I never thought was possible! I have managed to lose (and keep off!) 20 kg, and can honestly say I have never felt this good! My diabetes no longer feels like a burden, as I finally have the tools to ensure my blood sugars remain normal (most of the time), which greatly reduces my risk of developing complications in the future.

As a Low Carb GP I am passionate about working with my patients to help them improve their health and well being through diet and lifestyle changes, wherever they may be on their journey towards better health.