Collie Medical Group

03/11/2026

Cervical Cancer.

The report from the Centre for Research Excellence in Cervical Cancer Control confirms rates of cervical cancer among Australian women continue to fall.

In 2021, there were 957 new cases of cervical cancer diagnosed in Australia. In 2025, it is estimated that 946 new cases of cervical cancer will be diagnosed in Australia. In 2025, it is estimated that a female has a 1 in 190 (or 0.53%) risk of being diagnosed with cervical cancer by the age of 85.
In 2023, there were 265 deaths from cervical cancer in Australia. In 2025, it is estimated that there will be 254 deaths from cervical cancer. In 2025, it is estimated that a female has a 1 in 688 (or 0.15%) risk of dying from cervical cancer by the age of 85.

A new report shows Australia is on track to become the first country to eliminate cervical cancer by 2035.

In England, where vaccination rates were high, researchers just confirmed zero cervical cancer deaths in women aged 20 to 24 across a four-year span. Nearly 200 lives saved.

The study came out of Queen Mary University of London. It tracked cervical cancer mortality in England from 2020 through 2024, focusing on the cohorts of women who had received the HPV vaccine as adolescents. In the 20-to-24 age group, the generation most thoroughly covered by the vaccine programme, deaths from cervical cancer had reached zero. Not close to zero. Zero.

England introduced the HPV vaccine into its national programme in 2008. The girls who received it at age 12 and 13 are now in their mid-to-late twenties. The data is old enough to show the outcome.
Researchers estimated that close to 200 lives had been saved since the vaccine's introduction. That number is expected to grow as the vaccinated cohorts move into the higher-risk years.

Gardasil, the vaccine developed by Merck, protects against the strains of human papillomavirus most commonly associated with cervical cancer. The science behind it has been reviewed by regulatory agencies across dozens of countries.

Self test kits are available from your GP, a test can still be performed by your GP when wanted.

If you are unsure when you had your last test and if you are due, please call your GP.
For Collie Medical Group, please call us on 9734 1233.
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23/10/2026

MyMedicare is a voluntary patient registration model. It aims to formalise the relationship between patients, their general practice, general practitioner (GP) and primary care teams.
Evidence shows that seeing the same GP and healthcare team regularly leads to better health outcomes. Seeing your GP regularly and formalising the relationship you have with your GP and general practice through MyMedicare may lead to better health outcomes.

Registering with MyMedicare provides benefits to patients, general practices, and healthcare providers.
Collie Medical is registered and our Receptionists can do your registration with us for you. Its your choice which GP or Practice you register with. Please ask us if you have any questions.

30/09/2026

This little cutie has been left behind. And now a 'bonnet' as well 🙂

22/09/2026

Monday the 28th September is the Kings Birthday Public holiday Celebration in WA.
CMG will be open until 1pm.
The first Kings birthday :)

15/09/2026

Implanon Insertion & Removal

Implanon is an implant that is used as contraception to prevent pregnancy. The medicine is contained in a small plastic rod that is implanted into the skin of your upper arm. The medicine is released slowly into the body. The rod can remain in place and provide continuous contraception for up to 3 years.
For more information or to book your procedure, please call our reception on 97341233

10/09/2026

From 1 October, COVID-19 vaccination in Australia stops being an emergency response and becomes an item on the schedule. The National COVID-19 Vaccine Program ends and COVID vaccines move onto the National Immunisation Program, bringing them into line with influenza, pneumococcal and everything else that runs on an age and risk-based eligibility table. The practical consequence is the one worth leading with. Funded COVID vaccination is no longer universal.

The funded groups from 1 October are:

Adults aged 75 and over, one dose every six months
Adults aged 65 to 74, one dose every 12 months
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 50 to 74, one dose every 12 months
Adults aged 18 and over with severe immunocompromise, as defined in the Australian Immunisation Handbook, one dose every 12 months.
The vaccine remains available, it is simply no longer government funded.
For more information, please have a chat with our nurse or Dr Saharay.

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08/09/2026

September is Women’s Health Week!
One of the best resources to improve your health is seeing a GP regularly. They can conduct regular health assessments, which are critical for prevention and early detection, offer guidance on managing conditions like endometriosis and menopause and provide added mental health support services.
Speak to your GP about learning more.

02/09/2026

If you would like more information or to sign up for a home test kit, please click on this link:
https://www.cancer.org.au/bowelscreening/reorder-kit?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22856972617&gbraid=0AAAAAo-aq00bhttUDGOjQtL9yJeRLRC2y&gclid=Cj0KCQjw79nUBhCgARIsADSHka2K8AQHA-gCSAQ7itGAdxGLgwJJ9loZpH7AAknhp3oTcTMV8zB2RoUaAkIwEALw_wcB

20/08/2026

Iron Infusions

If you're in need of iron infusions, we provide them at Collie Medical Group. We first run blood tests to pinpoint the exact dosage you need before proceeding with the treatment.
If you need your iron levels checked or are due an infusion, please call our Reception to book your appointment on 97341233

15/08/2026

You can find more information on the site or with your GP.

New data shows over 60,000 people have been screened for lung cancer under the National Lung Cancer Screening Program since its launch in July 2025.

The Program offers free, low-dose CT-scans to eligible Australians aged 50 to 70 with a smoking history.

👉 Read more: https://bit.ly/4tORoOO