PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE
Health Services - Preventative Health Advice
Why Preventative Health Matters
Almost half of Australians develop a chronic condition that could have been prevented.
Preventative healthcare focuses on:
Preventing illness before it starts
Early detection of health conditions
Promoting and maintaining long-term healthy habits
While treating disease is important, it’s often much harder to manage once established—especially for chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease.
The Impact of Chronic Conditions
Chronic diseases can lead to significant lifestyle changes and complications, including:
- Ongoing medications
- Frequent medical appointments
- Diet and exercise limitations
- Increased risk of further complications
Getting ahead of these issues through preventative care can make a real difference in your quality of life.
Not Feeling Sick Doesn’t Mean You’re in the Clear
Many chronic conditions develop silently. Even if you feel well, it’s important to work with your GP to:
- Identify early warning signs
- Act before problems worsen
- Track your long-term health journey
Book Your Preventative Health Appointment
Let’s get ahead of potential health issues—before they become bigger problems.
📞 Call us or book online to schedule a preventative health check or chronic disease consultation today.
How We Can Help You
At Port Sorell Medical Centre, we work with you to identify risk factors, assess your current health, and help put a proactive plan in place.
Our preventative health services include:
- Diabetic risk assessments
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health checks & Closing the Gap program registration
- Health Assessments for patients aged 75 and over
- 45–49 Year Old Health Checks
- Chronic disease management plans with multidisciplinary care coordination
- Mental health care plans
- Blood pressure and cholesterol checks
- Weight loss support
- Quit smoking advice and alcohol-related care
- Support for cutting other harmful indulgences
Am I Eligible for a Health Assessment?
Ages 40–49?
You may be eligible for a Medicare-funded Diabetic Risk Assessment
Ages 45–49?
You’re entitled to a Medicare-funded Preventative Health Check
Over 75?
You’re eligible for an Annual Health Assessment
We also provide screening and repeat testing where needed, helping you stay informed and empowered.
Your Health, Your Control
Our team is passionate about helping patients take charge of their health—at any age. We believe it’s never too late to turn things around and support patients with:
Weight loss and fitness plans
Chronic disease prevention
Health habit resets
Book Your Preventative Health Appointment
Let’s get ahead of potential health issues—before they become bigger problems.
📞 Call us or book online to schedule a preventative health check or chronic disease consultation today.
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