SERVICE UPDATE

Over the past three years, the Health Access After Hours service—delivered in partnership between Gippsland PHN and The Healthy Communities Foundation Australia—has provided over 3000 GP consultations to people across the Gippsland community. We are proud to have delivered a much-needed service to communities across the region.

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How can I access care from April 13?

Access to health care is now available 24/7 through the below services:

• Call 1800 Medicare on 1800 633 422 - a free, 24/7 helpline where you can speak to a registered nurse about any health concern. The 1800 Medicare app also allows you to:

  • View vaccinations and immunisations

  • Access your medical history

  • Check test results, including pathology results

  • Store electronic prescriptions and view your Active Script List

  • Find and book health services

  • Access Medicare information and claims

• Victorian Virtual Emergency Department www.vved.org.au

• For life-threatening or emergency situations, please call 000.

 

Please feel free to share the attached information within your service and waiting rooms.