Prostate Changes With Age: What’s Normal and What’s Not?

Learn about common prostate changes with age, BPH symptoms, signs of prostate problems after 50, and when to speak with...

Trying for a Baby? Why Preconception Care Matters More Than You Think

Planning for pregnancy? Learn why preconception care is important, when to start, what happens during a preconception check-up, and how...

Rash That Won’t Go Away? Here’s What You Need to Know

Wondering why your rash isn't going away? Learn about common skin rash causes, symptoms, treatment options, and when it's time...

Why Pelvic Pain Between Periods Shouldn’t Be Ignored

Experiencing pelvic pain outside your period? Learn about common pelvic pain causes, symptoms in women and when it may be...

Can Your Weight Put You at Risk of Type 2 Diabetes?

Learn how obesity and diabetes risk are connected, common type 2 diabetes symptoms to recognise, and how early lifestyle changes...

How to Tell If Your Period Pain Is More Than Just Cramps

Is your period pain affecting daily life? Learn when menstrual cramps may signal something more and when it might be...

Dr Ayesha Hashmi

Home At GP Northbourne, we believe that every patient deserves healthcare that is respectful, accessible, and tailored to their individual...

The Health Conversations Men Often Put Off

Learn why regular health checks, prostate checks, STI screening, mental health support, and erectile dysfunction management are important parts of...

What Your Bowel Habits Can Tell You About Your Health

Learn about common bowel cancer symptoms, when to visit a GP for bowel concerns, and why recognising persistent digestive changes...

Understanding Haemochromatosis: When High Iron Levels Become a Health Concern

Learn the common symptoms of haemochromatosis, how excess iron affects the body, and why early blood tests and diagnosis matter...

From Underactive to Overactive Thyroid: Understanding Common Thyroid Disorders

Learn the different types of thyroid disorders, including hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, and understand when symptoms like fatigue, anxiety, or weight...

Why Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Can Look Different in Every Person

Learn about the signs and symptoms of Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, how TSC diagnosis works in children and adults, and why...

Ovarian Cancer Symptoms: When Your Body Keeps Telling You Something Isn’t Right

Learn about ovarian cancer symptoms, early warning signs, and when persistent bloating, pelvic pain, or appetite changes may need medical...

Spot It Early, Protect It Daily: A Practical Guide to Skin Cancer Awareness

Think sun protection is only for summer? Learn how to spot early signs of skin cancer and protect your skin...

Parkinson’s Disease Is More Than Tremors: Symptoms Many People Miss

Parkinson’s disease can begin with subtle signs beyond tremors. Learn the Parkinson’s disease symptoms many people miss, why early awareness...

Is It Dyslexia? Early Signs Every Parent Should Know

Concerned about your child’s reading progress? Learn the early signs of dyslexia in children, how it affects learning, and when...

Understanding Autism: Early Signs and Finding the Right Path Forward

Worried about your child’s development? Learn to recognize the early signs of autism and discover the path to support and...

The ABCDE Rule How to Spot Early Signs of Melanoma

Learn the ABCDE rule for skin cancer melanoma and early warning signs. A simple guide for Australians to spot skin...

Beyond Period Pain: How Endometriosis Affects Everyday Life

Endometriosis is not just period pain. Learn the various ways in which endometriosis symptoms affect your quality of life and...

Miracle Cures or Digital Fakes? Protecting Yourself from Online Health Scams

Scammers are using AI-generated health videos to scam unsuspecting Australians. Learn how online health scams promote fake health products online...

Ovarian Cancer Awareness: 4 Warning Signs Every Woman Should Know

Learn about the key ovarian cancer symptoms and other signs to look out for, why women don’t recognise these early...

First Aid for Seizures: How Calm Action Can Make a Life-Saving Difference

This International Epilepsy Day, learn how to turn empathy into life-saving action. Understand what a seizure is, the do’s and...

Cervical Cancer Stays Silent: Why Regular Screening is Your Best Defence

Early cervical changes usually cause no symptoms. Learn why regular cervical screening matters and how GP Northbourne supports women’s long-term...

Hidden in Plain Sight: Why Initial Thyroid Symptoms In Women Are Often Overlooked

Early thyroid symptoms in women can be subtle and easy to overlook. Learn why they’re often missed, what signs to...

When Early Symptoms of Obesity Become a Medical Concern

Early signs of obesity can turn into measurable health risks. Learn the medical indicators that signal it’s time to seek...

Early Endometriosis Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore

Painful periods aren’t always normal. Discover early endometriosis symptoms, why diagnosis is difficult, and why talking to a GP early...

Hidden Signs of Obesity: The Early Symptoms Most People Ignore

Discover the subtle physical and emotional signs of early obesity. Learn how fatigue, cravings, breathlessness and other overlooked symptoms signal...

Dr. Madhuri Velagala

Home Madhuri holds B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (Food and Nutritional Sciences) from India. Since moving to Australia had completed advanced courses...

Congratulation’s Dr. Vinay

Home Dickson General Practice congratulates Dr. Vinay Gujjeti on obtaining his Fellowship from the RACGP college. The combination of his...

MyMedicare Patient Registration

Home MyMedicare is a new voluntary patient registration model. It aims to formalise the relationship between patients, their general practice,...

Dickson GP Policy on Care Plans and TCA

Home GP Chronic Disease Management Plans (GPMP) are shown to improve Patient Health Outcomes if done appropriately and are patient...

Vaccination Policy

Home Our team at Dickson General Practice are committed to offering optimal health care and catering to your health needs....

Expanded eligibility for free shingles vaccination from 1 November

Home From 1 November 2023, the shingles vaccine Shingrix® will replace Zostavax® on the National Immunisation Program (NIP) schedule for...

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