Taking care of your health starts with prevention. We offer many services to help you achieve your health and wellness goals.
Start with a 715 Aboriginal Health Assessment . This will enable you to access Marumali services, which run programs and events, and can help pay for specialist appointments.
For chronic care needs, your GP might recommend a GP Management Plan, which gives you access to the Aboriginal Chronic Care Program. This program assists you in paying for appointments and necessary equipment.
We can help you obtain a referral for cervical, bowel and breast screening, as well as other types of testing for cancers. We also run a regular Skin cancer clinic . Our Gandangara Cancer Screening Toolkit gives you more information. Early detection means more treatment options and better outcomes.
715 health check
This is a comprehensive annual health check for any First Nations person of any age. The appointment usually takes 30-45 minutes and is a great way to help your GP identify any potential risks for illnesses or chronic conditions.
If you already have a chronic condition, your GP can see how you’re progressing. If they find any warning signs, GPs can treat the condition early. This can make a big difference to your long-term health.
At the appointment, your GP will:
Your GP may refer you for other tests. After your health check, and with your agreement, your GP may refer you to up to 10 free follow-up services or specialists.