Vitalis Family Medical Practice

10/05/2026

NSW Health is advising people in the Sutherland Shire to be alert for signs and symptoms of measles after being notified of a case.

This case is a returned traveller from Southeast Asia, where there are ongoing outbreaks of measles.

The person visited several locations across the Sutherland Shire while unknowingly infectious, including healthcare facilities.

A full list of locations is available on the NSW Health website
(www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/measles/Pages/public-exposure-locations.aspx) Exposure locations and times are updated regularly.

People who attended these locations should watch for symptoms of measles. These locations do not pose an ongoing risk.

If it has been less than 6 days since the exposure at these locations and you are pregnant, have a weakened immune system or have an infant who was exposed, you are advised to contact your local Public Health Unit urgently on 1300 066 055.

There is currently an increased risk of measles in NSW, with 47 cases confirmed since 1 January 2026.

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District Public Health Physician, Dr Anthea Katelaris, said people should monitor for symptoms of measles, particularly if they have visited any of the exposure locations at the listed time.

Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is safe and effective and is given free for children at 12 and 18 months of age. It is also free in NSW for anyone born after 1965 who hasn't already had two doses.

Children under the age of 12 months can have an extra, early, dose of MMR from six months of age if they are travelling overseas. Parents should consult their GP.

People who are unsure of whether they have had two doses should get a vaccine, as additional doses are safe. This is particularly important prior to travel. MMR vaccine is available from GPs (all ages) and pharmacies (people over 5 years of age).

For more information on measles, view the measles factsheet (www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/Measles_Factsheet.aspx)

People can also visit the Australian Government Smart Traveller website (www.smartraveller.gov.au) for information on health risks, including measles outbreaks relevant to their travel destination.

If you, or a loved one, is experiencing measles symptoms, or have questions about measles, please call your GP or healthdirect on 1800 022 222.

21/01/2026

Meet our new GP Registrar, Dr Georgia! Georgia graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2022 with a Doctor of Medicine and also holds a Bachelor of Medical Science. She completed the majority of her hospital training at Royal North Shore Hospital, with further experience at Westmead Hospital, Northern Beaches Hospital, and in rural emergency medicine at Port Macquarie Base Hospital.

She has worked across a wide range of specialties, including emergency medicine, oncology, and obstetrics and gynaecology. Georgia has a strong passion for holistic, patient-centred care—with particular interest in Aboriginal health, women’s health, sexual health, and antenatal care. She has completed a Certificate of Women’s Health and the Diploma of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

Georgia is an MS2Step prescriber and provides Implanon and IUD insertions and removals.

Clinical Areas of Interest: Women’s Health, Sexual Health, Antenatal Care, Aboriginal Health

Personal Interests: When she’s off-duty, Georgia loves the beach, swimming, and reformer Pilates.

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17/12/2025

The tragic events of yesterday are having a profound and far-reaching impact on our community.

NSW Health trained mental health clinicians are on the ground at Bondi and Coogee to offer help. They are clearly identified in bright vests and are ready to support you.

If you or someone you know needs help, you can also contact:
- The Mental Health Line (24/7): 1800 011 511
- Lifeline (24/7): 13 11 14
- Kids helpline (24/7): 1800 55 1800
- Beyond Blue (24/7): 1300 22 46 36
- Transcultural Mental Health Line (Monday to Friday, 9am – 4.30pm): 1800 648 911.

If your life is in danger, contact Triple Zero (000) or go to your nearest emergency department.

For a full list of NSW mental health services and support, visit: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/bondi-support-services

For more information about the Bondi Beach attack: https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/bondi-beach-attack

08/12/2025

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27/11/2025

NSW Health is advising people to be alert for signs and symptoms of measles across Sydney.

A person has recently been confirmed to have acquired measles in Sydney. This person has had no known contact with anyone else with measles and did not attend any known exposure locations.

With the source of the infection unknown, it is likely measles is currently circulating within the community, and other people may have been unknowingly exposed to measles.

In addition, NSW Health last week advised that another person with measles attended a number of locations across Sydney: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/measles/Pages/public-exposure-locations.aspx

South Western Sydney Local Health District Director of Public Health, Dr Mitchell Smith, said measles is a vaccine preventable disease that is spread through the air when someone who is infectious coughs or sneezes.

“Symptoms to watch out for include fever, sore eyes, runny nose and a cough, usually followed three or four days later by a red, blotchy rash that spreads from the head and face to the rest of the body,” Dr Smith said.

“It can take up to 18 days for symptoms to appear after an exposure.”

For more information on measles, visit: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/Measles_Factsheet.aspx

If you, or a loved one, is experiencing measles symptoms, or have questions about measles, please call your GP or healthdirect on 1800 022 222.

27/11/2025

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27/11/2025

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22/09/2025

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