Safety at Home March 5, 2026 - Bungendore CWA and Bungendore Medical Centre invite you to attend our free community event 'Safety at Home'. 10.00am March 19th 2026 We are thrilled to have the following presenters attending on the day: Katharine Routh - NBN This session focuses on helping seniors understand and optimise their home internet setup, with practical, easy-to-follow advice tailored to everyday use. By covering simple tips like device placement, reducing dropouts, and improving Wi‑Fi performance, the presentation empowers participants to get the most out… Read More
Government Funded Shingles Vaccine February 19, 2026 - Are you waiting for or interested in receiving the shingles vaccine? We now have government-funded vaccines in stock and our next Shingles clinic will be held on the 16th of March 2026. If you are over 65 and have not yet received your first dose, please come along. If you have already received your first dose, and are ready and eligible for your second, this clinic is also for you. Please take a look at the link below to see… Read More
International Day of Women and Girls in Science February 12, 2026 - Although International Day of Women and Girls in Science was marked yesterday (11 February), its message extends well beyond a single date. Science forms the foundation of healthcare. From clinical research and pharmaceutical development to diagnostic tools and preventive health strategies, evidence-based medicine relies on scientific progress. Women have made, and continue to make, essential contributions across these fields. This international observance highlights the importance of: Promoting gender equity in science Encouraging girls to pursue STEM careers Recognising the contributions… Read More
Health information online: how do you know what to trust? February 5, 2026 - GPs have doubled down on the fight against medical misinformation, as patients are increasingly bombarded with incorrect, and often dangerous, social media advice. In response, the RACGP is standing with other leading health voices in Australia to urgently warn patients about the advice being distributed. Following an investigation from Seven News on Sunday, RACGP President Dr Michael Wright says GPs have always been skilful at assimilating information and helping patients make decisions, and ‘that’s going to be more important than ever’ with the growth… Read More
Extreme Heat Awareness Day — 4 Feb 2026 January 29, 2026 - Extreme Heat Awareness Day — 4 Feb 2026 Australia’s summers are getting hotter and more dangerous — and heatwaves are now our deadliest environmental disaster. The increasing intensity and frequency of heat events, amplified by climate change and the urban heat island effect, are affecting people’s health, homes and communities. This Extreme Heat Awareness Day, we’re standing with @SwelteringCities and @redcrossau to raise awareness, share heat health info and call for action. Whether you’re an individual, workplace, community group or… Read More