Pneumonia, want to avoid it this winter?
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs caused by either a viral or bacterial disease. The lungs become inflamed as your alveoli (tiny air sacs) become filled with fluid, causing an infection to arise. During winter Pneumonia commonly transpires as a result of the flu or common cold, and can range from a mild case to a potentially life-threatening illness. Because of its severity, stay healthy this winter and know what signs to stay conscious of. Difficulty breathing Coughing and wheezing Chest Pains Fever and chills Coughing up green or yellow mucus...
Should you ice after an injury?
Over the past 5 years, there has been a topical debate over whether we should ice after an injury or not. In 1978 we used the acronym RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation,) to treat any soft tissue injury. This acronym has evolved over the years to PRICE...
The ‘New’ Normal!
The first time your cat rested itself upon your keyboard was cute. The second..third - fourth time, a little less cute, a little more diabolical. We are seeing laws relax and people and businesses itching to return to work. Businesses across every sector are...
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Beat the Heat
Beat the Heat: Beat Sydney's Heat this Summer! In the coming days Sydney siders are going to be hit by a heat wave that will see temperatures soar to more than 40 degrees, we've collated a few handy tips to held beat the heat. During this period please take extra...
Everything You Need To Know About Spider Bites
What do you do if a spider bites you? Spider bites are a common in Australia especially in the warmer months, and a common reason for presentations to our Emergency Departments. Despite popular belief there is no evidence that they cause skin breakdown with ulcers...
NSW emergency departments face record flow of patients
Western Sydney surgeon Fred Betros says doctors and nurses are overstretched to meet targets. Photo: Edwina Pickles SMH In some instances emergency departments have seen "One-third of triage 2 patients (considered to have imminently life-threatening conditions)...
Waiting is not an emergency
Face Sheet by South Australian Government. Interesting article by SA Health titled 'Waiting is not an emergency. Let us treat the people who need it most, first. WiSE was established to help ease the load on ED by seeing patients that have acute or urgent...
Wise Medical Clinic Opens in Macquarie Park
Thanks to the team at HPI who designed from concept to opening the first WiSE Medical Clinic at Macquarie Park. We are delighted in how the centre turned out from design, to layout, finishings and functionality. Both Staff and clients get to enjoy a clean,...
Sophie’s Visit to WiSE
WiSE had the pleasure of treating Sophie. Sophie presented with a sore arm, following a fall off a slide onto an outstretched arm. Following the management of her pain, Sophies x-ray showed a fracture. She was sent home with a plaster cast for follow up with the...
Sponsor Announcement – Gordon Rugby
Gordon Rugby is pleased to announce that Wise Emergency Clinic - Macquarie Park have signed on as a sponsor for the 2017 season. Structured to reduce waiting times and duplication, the WiSE Clinic provides a streamlined emergency medical service that does not...
Dizziness
Dizziness is a common symptom but can be due to many different causes. Sometimes people use the term ‘dizziness’ to describe feeling faint, whilst other times it may be when they feel the world spinning around them. Whilst dizziness may be a benign complaint, in...
Smiles2U Donates to WiSE Medical
Thank you to Michelle Keys from Smiles2U for the goodie bags! Please take the time to read all about Smiles2U and how it is assisting mothers and children in the community. As you travel through parenthood, you’ll probably become more familiar with a local...
