Today is R U OK Day and because we believe that asking “are you ok?” is something we can all do to make a difference, we would like to encourage you to reconnect with someone you’ve lost touch with today to check that they are ok. Trust your gut instinct and start a conversation if...
Today, 9th of September, is International FASD Day. A day that is dedicated to raising awareness about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). While we’ve pledged to go alcohol free for the day, it’s also a good opportunity to encourage and support women to have alcohol-free pregnancies. The doctors at Kimberley Medical Group are happy...
The team at Kimberley Medical Group provide a comfortable, no-judgement space to discuss and provide support on topics surrounding sexual health. Our General Practitioners are experienced and up to date with the prevention, investigation and management of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Broome and throughout the Kimberley region. The Kimberley region is...
Kimberley Medical Group GPs offer a wide range of support to patients suffering from chronic disease.So, what is a chronic disease? A chronic disease is a condition or disease which generally lasts at least six months or longer. These diseases can have detrimental impacts on your everyday life. Common chronic diseases include...
We’re pleased to announce that Clinipath pathology now operates onsite at our practice. Open Monday to Thursday from 8am – 1pm, our phlebotomist has extensive experience in all areas of pathology, especially with kids. Please call 9192 5791 or 9157 9860 for more information.
Breast cancer is the most common life threatening cancer for women and one in eight women in Australia will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. BreastScreen WA is offering women aged 40 or over access to the FREE screening mammography service in Broome. BreastScreen WA’s mobile service will be located at Broome Health...
Influenza, commonly known as flu, is a highly contagious disease caused by the influenza virus. Vaccination is our best defense against the flu. Recent evidence shows that flu immunisation may wane after 3 to 4 months. In Western Australia the peak flu season is usually August so people are advised to get the...
Kimberley Medical Group is passionate about giving children in the region the best possible chance at health and wellbeing. Unfortunately, statistics have shown that children living in the Kimberley are at a higher disadvantage when it comes to their health and wellness. According to a 2018 report by the WA Department of Health,...
While opportunities and rights for women across Australia have come a long way, women still face disparities. This is an issue we are passionate about at Kimberley Medical Group. There are a great deal of factors as to why this is – some of which include a low socio-economic background, education, race and...
As a rural GP based in the heart of Broome, Western Australia, Kimberley Medical Group is passionate about Closing the Gap and achieving health equality for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Unfortunately, Indigenous Australians are at a much higher disadvantage in terms of their health and wellbeing. Statistically, the life expectancy for...
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