The end of the year is a time for connection. Between Christmas parties, end-of-year catch-ups, beach barbecues, and family gatherings, conversations inevitably turn to health — who’s been unwell, who finally found a great GP, and who’s still searching.
Planning a Bali getaway? While you're dreaming of stunning beaches and cultural
experiences, don't forget to protect your health! As your trusted healthcare team, we recommend booking an appointment 2-4 weeks before your trip to ensure you're fully protected.
Holiday season is meant for relaxing, celebrating, and switching off — not stressing about a forgotten medication or a script that’s about to run out.
This Festive season is meant to be joyful... but anyone who's lived through a few Decembers knows it can also be the season of spectacularly bad timing when it comes to health.
Whether you're jetting off to Bali, trekking through Thailand, skiing in Japan, exploring Europe, or simply escaping to Byron Bay for a few days, good travel health planning is just as important as packing your passport.
The Christmas and New Year season is a time to unwind, travel, celebrate, and reconnect. But
it’s also (predictably) the time of year when people become spectacularly unwell. From holiday
bugs and food poisoning to sprained ankles, long flights, and disrupted routines, it’s reassuring
to know that your GP is still only a video link away.
As we age, our immune system naturally becomes less effective—a normal process called immunosenescence. That means even healthy, active 70-year-olds and over are more vulnerable to serious infections.
One of the most dangerous is pneumococcal disease,a group of infections caused by a common bacteria that can lead to pneumonia, meningitis, or even bloodstream infections.
The 12-month milestone is a special one, your baby is officially turning one! Alongside celebrating those first steps and first words, it’s also the perfect time to check in on your child’s growth, development, and overall wellbeing. At Walker Street Doctors, we offer a dedicated 20-minute doctor-led consultation, supported by our experienced nursing team, to make sure your little one is thriving.
At four months, babies are becoming more alert, interactive, and full of new skills. Smiles are widening, heads are lifting, and some babies are starting to show early signs of rolling. It’s an exciting stage for parents—and also a key time to check on your baby’s health and development.
The first six weeks with a new baby can feel like a whirlwind. By the time you arrive at the 6-week check, you’ve survived those early sleepless nights and are beginning to know your little one’s unique rhythms. This consultation is one of the most important in your baby’s first year—it’s a chance to make sure your baby is healthy, developing well, and to start their vaccination journey.
By six months, your baby is smiling, rolling, and becoming increasingly social. It’s an exciting stage where little personalities are emerging and parents have started to introduce solids alongside breast or bottle feeds. The 6-month consultation is a key milestone to make sure your baby is healthy, developing well, and protected from serious illnesses.
At 18 months, toddlers are on the move—exploring, climbing, and testing out new words every day. This stage is a time of huge growth and change, which is why the 18-month check-up is such an important milestone.
The flu vaccine is free for anyone over 65 under the National Immunisation Program—and we’ve made it easy at Walker Street Doctors.
The 2024 flu vaccine for over-65s is a specially formulated enhanced dose, designed to trigger a stronger immune response in older adults. It’s safe, effective, and ready now.
New state reforms will allow some General Practitioners (GPs) to diagnose and prescribe medication for ADHD—starting with children and adolescents, and eventually extending to adults. This staged approach is designed to increase access, reduce delays, and lower the financial burden for families seeking support.
We’re excited to share that all of our doctors are now using Lyrebird Dictate Scribe, a secure, Australian-made medical dictation tool, as the default way we take clinical notes. And the results have been outstanding—for both our patients and our team.
From 1 July 2025, Medicare is increasing rebates to better support patients living with any chronic condition—and it’s about time.
This change recognises something GPs have known for years: proactive, regular care keeps people well, out of hospital, and in control of their health. At Walker Street Doctors, we see this as a long-overdue step forward—an acknowledgment from the government that primary care matters
These incredible machines go far beyond kilograms, giving you a full breakdown of your internal health in just seconds. Whether you’re training for a marathon, managing a chronic condition, or simply curious about your health status our Tanita scan gives you the knowledge you need to make real change.
You’ve had a mammogram—and the results came back clear. That’s good news. But did you know there’s another important factor that can affect how reliable that result is?
It’s called breast density and it’s something every woman should understand, especially if hers is classified as C (heterogeneously dense) or D (extremely dense).
It’s easy to settle for convenience when it comes to healthcare. A quick visit to the nearest medical centre might seem sufficient for that seasonal cold or minor ailment. But what happens when something more serious occurs? That's when the difference between adequate and exceptional care becomes crystal clear.
At Walker Street Doctors, we understand that choosing the right contraception is a personal decision that depends on your lifestyle, health needs, and future plans. For our busy patients, long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) methods offer a convenient, highly effective "fit and forget" approach to birth control.
