13SICK, National Home Doctor
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13SICK, National Home Doctor

13SICK, National Home Doctor provides patients across Australia access to medical care at night and on weekends, when GP Practices are closed. Their Doctors treat acute, episodic illnesses and injuries, such as respiratory infections, migraines, gastro, fevers, urinary tract infections, and injuries from falls - conditions that while not life-threatening, may require immediate medical attention. It is not a service for medical emergencies.

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All about Medicinal Cannabis
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All about Medicinal Cannabis

At Riverview Medical Practice we have doctors who are Authorised Prescribers of Medicinal Cannabis. We also are conducting a clinical trial investigating the safety and efficacy of Cannabis for the treatment of cancer and non-cancer-related pain.

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Protect yourself against the flu this winter.
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Protect yourself against the flu this winter.

Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. Most people recover after a few days but for some people it can be fatal. An influenza vaccination each year provides the best protection against influenza. Book your shot now!

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What is Lifestyle Medicine?
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What is Lifestyle Medicine?

Lifestyle Medicine provides an interdisciplinary, whole-system approach to the prevention and reversal of chronic and lifestyle-related diseases through the modification of the behavioural, social and environmental drivers.

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Preparing for a Venesection.
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Preparing for a Venesection.

A venesection is the removal of blood to reduce the number of red blood cells circulating in the body and/or the removal of excess iron from your body, depending on your medical condition.

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Everything you need to know about Iron Infusions.
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Everything you need to know about Iron Infusions.

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.

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