Category: Newsletter

Are you looking to get more involved in your community? A free wellbeing service in Melbourne could be exactly what you need.

Social connection, when organised well, helps to weave a web of relationships and support in our local communities so that we can live our lives in the way that we want to, with meaning, purpose and connection, whatever our age or stage of life.

Connect Local is a FREE program linking over 65s to supports and activities in Melbourne. Connect Local promotes social connection by linking you to local services and activities you never knew existed.

How does it work?

So, how do you get started?

It’s simple: tell Connect Local what you want to do more of (e.g. singing, reading, gardening) and they will help connect you with a relevant community group that already exists in Glen Eira!

Connect Local can help you…

  • Find out about local activities and services and connect you to them
  • Do things that interest you with others in your community
  • Meet more people in your local area
  • Share new experiences with others

If you’re interested or would like to learn more, please call 1800 929 022 or email enquiries@connectlocal.org.au.

Stay informed

Did you know that Eastbound produces a monthly digital newsletter?

We deliver important community health updates and clinic news to your inbox.

Our October newsletter is out now! Read it here.

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Let’s wrap up 2024 – another big and busy year at Eastbound!

In this month’s newsletter, we wrap up the year and look onwards to 2025.

Read up about…

  • Eastbound Wrapped 2024 – a statistical behind the scenes look
  • Fond farewells to three of our faves
  • End of year celebrations
  • A free, digital mental health service for patients

Read the Newsletter here!

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Are you looking for health, disability or social support services? Discover how you can live better with Better Health Network.

Better Health Network (BHN) is a not-for-profit organisation that provides a wide range of integrated health, disability and social support services in Melbourne’s inner south and south-east. There is a BHN hub right near Eastbound Clinic, just off Centre Road in Bentleigh East.

How does it work?

Better Health Network offers a variety of integrated health, disability and social support services to help people live better.

Some of BHN’s popular services include:

  • Social connection, health & wellbeing groups
  • Community transport
  • Counselling & mental health
  • Child, youth & family services
  • Carer respite support
  • Dementia support services
  • Home care packages
  • Hydrotherapy

At Eastbound, we have brochures available in our waiting area for patients who may benefit from Better Health Network’s services. You can also learn more here.

Stay informed

Did you know that Eastbound produces a monthly digital newsletter?

We deliver important community health updates and clinic news to your inbox.

Our November newsletter is out now! Read it here.

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This month, we said farewell to Mel Goldby-Foard, beloved Chronic Disease Coordinator at Eastbound.

We sincerely thank Mel for her 7 years of dedicated service. She has been adored by staff and the community alike and will be dearly missed by all.

The GPs and staff gathered to celebrate Mel’s incredible tenure and to say goodbye. The highly emotional farewell lunch was a testament to how endeared Mel is to the Eastbound family.

We wish Mel all the best for her next adventure in Byron Bay!

Stay informed

Did you know that Eastbound produces a monthly digital newsletter?

We deliver important community health updates and clinic news to your inbox.

Our August newsletter is out now! Read it here.

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Time for a check-up? Book an appointment with your GP today.

What is diabetes?

Diabetes is a serious and chronic condition which can affect the entire body. While there is currently no cure, you can live an enjoyable life by receiving diabetes care, which includes learning about the condition and effectively managing it.

Diabetes is a condition where there is too much glucose in the blood. The body can’t make insulin, enough insulin, or is not effectively using the insulin it does make. Over time, high glucose levels can damage blood vessels and nerves, resulting in long-term health complications including heart, kidney, eye and foot damage.

Diabetes care at Eastbound Clinic

Diabetes is a chronic condition that requires careful management. If you need support for your diabetes, our wonderful diabetes nurses can work with your doctor to provide tailored, GP-managed guidance.

Trish Collis is a Credentialled Diabetes Educator. She delivers comprehensive diabetes care and education for people with Type 1, Type 2, and Steroid Induced Diabetes. She further provides advice on Pre-Pregnancy planning and Pump therapy, Continuous Glucose monitoring, Bolus Calculator and insulin titration.

Yiming Ma is a Nurse Diabetes Educator. She is passionate about assisting people with diabetes and believes that self-management and team-based care, with regular reviews and consistency in care providers, are effective to prevent complications from diabetes.

Trish and Yiming support the consulting GPs in delivering the ongoing care and monitoring that is required to manage type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes, with no out-of-pocket costs. Speak to your GP to learn more and determine your eligibility. 

National Diabetes Week

National Diabetes Week (14 – 20 July) is a national awareness campaign driven by Diabetes Australia. People living with diabetes should be able to access the life-saving technology they need to live well.

This year, Diabetes Australia is shining a light on the impact of diabetes tech and what needs to be done to improve access.

Find out more about this year’s theme, download the campaign resources and find out how you can get involved.

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Did you know that Eastbound produces a monthly digital newsletter?

We deliver important community health updates and clinic news to your inbox.

Our July newsletter is out now! Read it here.

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Bowel screening can save lives

Bowel cancer is one of the deadliest and most common cancers in Australia. However, if found early, more than 90% of cases can be successfully treated. This Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, we are encouraging patients to participate in bowel screening.

Bowel cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, develops from the inner lining of the bowel and is usually preceded by growths called polyps, which may become invasive cancer if undetected.

How to do it

The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program reduces illness and death from bowel cancer by detecting the early signs of the disease using a free, simple test that can be done at home.

People aged 50 to 74 receive a bowel cancer screening kit in the post every 2 years. People aged 45 to 49 can request their first kit by submitting a webform or calling 1800 627 701.

If you are experiencing bowel cancer symptoms, don’t wait for your kit in the post. Speak with your doctor today.

Stay informed

Did you know that Eastbound produces a monthly digital newsletter?

We deliver important community health updates and clinic news to your inbox.

Our June newsletter is out now! Read it here.

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Eastbound Medical Clinic’s March Newsletter is out now!

This month you can:

  • Celebrate International Women’s Day with us
  • Farewell Dr Simon Hillman after 16 years at Eastbound
  • Read about our exciting new kids’ space
  • Learn about Melanoma March

To view the March Newsletter, click here.

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