Thank you x 2, Bungendore! July 16, 2026 - We want to say a massive thank you to our incredible community for your ongoing support. Every time you purchase and wear a mask in our reception area, you help keep the most vulnerable people in our community safe. Even better, every single dollar raised from these mask sales is donated directly to charity. Thanks to your generosity, we have just wrapped up our latest donation round! We are thrilled to share that we have donated: $900 to the local… Read More
Farewell, Dr Chris! June 11, 2026 - It is with mixed emotions that we share some bittersweet news with our community. Our wonderful Dr Chris will be leaving the practice in early July to take on an exciting new career opportunity. We are incredibly sad to see him go, but we are also immensely proud and thrilled for him as he enters this next chapter. We thank him for the exceptional care, dedication, and warmth he has given to all of his patients and colleagues during his… Read More
Clear Facts on Free Boostrix (Whooping Cough) Vaccines! May 21, 2026 - You might have recently seen news in the media about free Boostrix (Whooping Cough / Tetanus / Diphtheria) vaccinations. We know there is some confusion about who qualifies, so we want to clear it up for our Bungendore community! While the vaccine is highly recommended for everyone, it is only fully funded (free) for specific groups under the National Immunisation Program and NSW Health guidelines. Who CAN get the Boostrix vaccine for free? *Pregnant Women: Free during every pregnancy (ideally… Read More
Australia eliminates trachoma as a public health problem. May 14, 2026 - Australia has been validated by the World Health Organization as the 30th country to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem, marking a significant milestone in public health. This achievement was driven by sustained, community-led initiatives, including the implementation of the SAFE strategy, which reduced prevalence in endemic communities. Read the full announcement at World Health Organization. Read More
Government-Funded RSV Vaccines Have Arrived! May 14, 2026 - We are running dedicated RSV Vaccination Clinics over the coming weeks at Bungendore Medical Centre. First Clinic Dates & Times: Wednesday 20 May: 9:30am – 12:30pm Wednesday 20 May: 1:30pm – 4:30pm Wednesday 27 May: 9:30am – 12:00pm Wednesday 27 May: 1:30pm – 3:30pm Who is Eligible for These Specific Clinics? These government-funded clinics are strictly for: * Patients aged 75 years + * Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients aged 60 years + How to Book: Please call reception… Read More
Heart Health Week 2026 May 7, 2026 - Why a 20-Minute Appointment Could Save Your Life This Heart Week Heart disease remains a leading cause of death in Australia, yet many of the risks—like high blood pressure and cholesterol—often have no symptoms at all. This is why Heart Week (4–10 May 2026) is so important for our local community. At Bungendore Medical Centre, we are passionate about preventative health. A Heart Health Check is a dedicated consultation where your GP assesses your risk of a heart attack or… Read More