preventive health assessment
A health assessment is the assessment of a patient’s health, physical, psychological, and social function. It involves the consideration of whether preventive health care and education should be offered to the patient.
A wide range of health conditions can be prevented with lifestyle interventions and Health Education. Our Doctors will assist you in taking steps towards improved health. Health Checks are important at different stages of life.
The following categories of health assessments may be undertaken by a medical practitioner with the support of practice nurse in accordance with the Department of Health, the following health checks could be performed for:
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45-49 years who are at risk of developing a chronic disease
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a type 2 diabetes risk evaluation for people aged 40-49 years with a high risk of developing type 2 diabetes as determined by the Australian Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment Tool
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a comprehensive medical assessment for permanent residents of residential aged care facilities
Tool At The Top Right Of This Page
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a health assessment for people with an intellectual disability
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a health assessment for refugees and other humanitarian entrants
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ATSI Health Checks
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Heart Health Checks; and
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Annual Health Check for 75 years and over