News & Updates
Stay up to date with the latest news, health information, practice updates and important announcements from our team.
Are your child’s immunisations up to date?
From the moment they’re born, most babies can fight the germs they encounter every day, but there are some serious and life-threatening diseases they are not protected from.
Important Changes to Care Plans from 1 July 2025
We want to inform our patients about significant changes to how care plans are managed at our practice as of 1 July 2025. These updates are part of a national effort to simplify and improve management of chronic health conditions for patients.
National Lung Cancer Screening Program
From 1 July, Australians will be able to participate in the new National Lung Cancer Screening Program and undergo a low-dose CT scan every two years to detect signs of lung cancer.
Meet Our New Nurse: Rosemary Young!
We are delighted to welcome Rosemary Young, our new Registered Nurse, to the team at Southern Doctors Clinic.
🌍World Immunisation Week: Stay One Step Ahead of the Flu💉
World Immunisation Week (24–30 April) is a global initiative led by the World Health Organization to highlight the importance of vaccines in protecting people of all ages from preventable diseases. At SDC, we're joining the call to action by helping our community stay protected — starting with the flu vaccine.
Flu Vaccines Have Arrived!
We are running dedicated Flu Vaccine Clinics with our nurses this year to allow our patients timely access to vaccines. Here’s what you need to know.
Easter Break Hours
As the Easter season approaches, we want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a joyful and restful holiday. SDC will be closed over the Easter long weekend.
NSW Pharmacists Now Able to Prescribe Antibiotics for UTIs
Women in NSW can now receive prompt treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) directly from pharmacists—no GP visit required. This new initiative improves access to care, reduces wait times, and enhances community health.
Meet our new Geriatrician, Dr Joshua Sung!
Dr Joshua Sung is a highly skilled and compassionate geriatrician with a wealth of experience dedicated to enhancing the well-being of the senior community in the local area.
Free RSV Vaccine for Pregnant Women
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a leading cause of hospitalisation for infants in Australia, with around 12,000 babies admitted with a severe form of the virus each year – a quarter of whom end up in intensive care.