News
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BHWC Welcoming New Patients
We are delighted to announce that Boroondara Health & Wellness Clinic (BHWC) is now accepting new patients. Whether you are looking for a dedicated GP to support your ongoing health, or you are new to the area and need a Doctor you can rely on, we would love to welcome you to our practice. What…
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Introducing Cliniva – Our New AI Receptionist
We’re excited to announce that Boroondara Health and Wellness Centre will be rolling out Cliniva, an AI-powered virtual receptionist. Cliniva is designed to enhance your experience with our clinic and support our existing staff during busy periods. Here’s what this means for you: 24/7 AvailabilityYou can call our clinic at any time, day or night,…
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Pneumococcal Vaccination
From July 2026, a new pneumococcal vaccine, Capvaxive® (21-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, 21vPCV), has been added to the National Immunisation Program (NIP). It replaces the previously used 13vPCV and the 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (Pneumovax 23 / 23vPPV) for adults. Pneumovax 23 is no longer recommended for children or adults. Who is now eligible for a FREE vaccine?…
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Medicare Assignment of Benefits Changes
From 1st July 2026, new changes come into effect regarding Assignment of Benefits (AoB) for Bulk Billed Medicare Items. If your GP chooses to occasionally bulk bill any services, you will be required to provide written or electronic consent . Failure to provide consent within 24 hours will results in a Private Fee with an…
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Register for MyMedicare
MyMedicare is a voluntary and free registration that formally establishes a relationship between the patient and their primary care provider. Evidence shows that seeing the same GP and healthcare team regularly leads to better health outcomes. Benefits Registering provides benefits to both the patient, and their GP: Eligibility You’re eligible to register in MyMedicare if…
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Australia’s New Free Lung Cancer Screening Program
Could You Be Eligible? Lung cancer is Australia’s leading cause of cancer death, claiming around 9,000 lives each year. Most cases are diagnosed late — when the cancer has already spread and treatment is far less effective. This is exactly why Australia’s new National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP), launched on 1 July 2025, is…
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Important Update: RSV Vaccination Is Now Available for More Victorians
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that can cause serious illness, hospitalisation, and in some cases death — particularly in babies, older adults, and people with certain health conditions. The good news is that protection against RSV has expanded significantly in Victoria, with new free vaccines now available for more people in…
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Patient Feedback Survey Results
In April 2026 as part of AGPAL Practice Accreditation the clinic surveyed patients on their experience with the Doctors and Staff. Please see below our summary of key feedback items and our response.
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Flu Vaccination Clinic – April 2026
Protect yourself and your loved ones before flu season arrives. At BHWC, we are pleased to be running a Flu Vaccination Clinic throughout April 2026. Now is the ideal time to get vaccinated — annual influenza vaccination is recommended from April onward to ensure you are protected before the peak flu season, which in Victoria…