Goondiwindi Region Health Hub

20/07/2026

Hey ladies of the Western Downs!

Puberty, periods and hormone health all play an important role in a women's overall wellbeing.

Hormones influence everything from mood and energy levels to bone health and reproductive health.

Book in an appointment with the Mobile Women's Health Service to learn more about navigating puberty, managing period concerns (such as pain, heavy bleeding or irregular cycles), menopause and hormone health.

You can also access support for family planning, contraception and sexual health.

The team will be visiting Goondiwindi, Miles, Jandowae, Millmerran, Chinchilla, Inglewood, Tara, Wandoan and Dalby across August.

Appointments are essential.
📍 See below for dates and locations 👇
📞 Call 0438 059 016

🛜Book online for Dalby and Jandowae: https://loom.ly/QaYY1ac
🛜Book online for Goondiwindi, Texas, Inglewood and Millmerran: https://loom.ly/BfWXNSA
🛜Book online for Taroom, Chinchilla, Tara, Wandoan and Miles: https://loom.ly/D1hCtck

20/07/2026

20/07/2026

Better Posture Starts with Awareness
How much time do you spend looking down each day?

Phones, computers, driving, gardening, reading—it all adds up.

Poor posture isn't just about how you sit or stand. Over time, it can contribute to neck pain, headaches, shoulder tension, and back discomfort.

The goal isn't perfect posture—it's helping your body move efficiently and reducing unnecessary stress on your spine.

Small changes today can make a big difference to how you feel tomorrow.

If you're noticing stiffness or tension, Dr Jo is here to help.

📍 Goondiwindi Chiropractic Centre
17 Moffatt Street, Goondiwindi QLD 4390
📞 0493 639 925

Helping you move with greater ease and confidence.

17/07/2026

Did you know there is a Virtual Emergency Care Service (VECS) in Queensland?

Open from 8am to 10pm every day, VECS is a free Queensland Health service for children and adults across Queensland.

VECS can help if you are sick or injured and need to see someone quickly, but it’s not life-threatening. This means you have an alternative to physically visiting an emergency department.

VECS is staffed by real doctors and nurses who can treat a range of emergency conditions virtually such as:

✅acute respiratory illnesses
✅allergic reactions
✅pain
✅infections
✅minor burns
✅children who have a fever
✅gastroenteritis
✅sporting injuries

The VECS team will triage your concern and, if appropriate, place you in a queue to see the Emergency Doctor for a telehealth consultation.

VECS can provide advice, treatment, e-scripts, pathology requests and referrals.

To access VECS, use the Healthdirect Symptom Checker (https://loom.ly/1vhWx7U) or Service Finder (https://loom.ly/8rik1HI) to determine the most appropriate care option.

Remember, in a serious medical emergency, you should always call Triple Zero (000).

17/07/2026

Have you ever had your lung health checked? 🫁
Most people know:
✔️ Their blood pressure
✔️ Their cholesterol
✔️ Maybe even their blood sugar
But lung health is just as important and often overlooked.
Join us for our FREE Lung Health Screening Clinic and receive personalised insights into how your lungs are functioning.
📅 Wednesday, 22 July 2026
📍 TerryWhite Chemmart Goondiwindi
📞 (07) 4671 1288
Appointments are limited, so book early to secure your spot.
Call and speak with Ella, or visit us in-store to find out more. We look forward to seeing you!

07/07/2026

🚨 It's important to know about Australia's new emergency alert system, AusAlert.

AusAlert is a new national emergency warning system that can send urgent safety messages directly to compatible mobile phones, including alerts that may bypass silent and "Do Not Disturb" settings.

If you feel unsafe or are concerned about your personal safety, including in situations of domestic and family violence, it’s important to consider how emergency alerts may affect you and take steps that support your safety.

A national test of the system is scheduled for 2pm (AEST) on 27 July 2026, following community trials across Australia, including in Queensland.

📱 Be aware that Critical Alerts may sound even if your phone is on silent.
📱 Critical Alerts won't sound on Aeroplane mode or a device that is switched off.
📱 Because Critical Alerts cannot activate on a device that is switched off, if it is safe to do so, consider turning off a device before a scheduled test and only turning it back on once the test period has ended.

AusAlert is designed to help keep communities safe during emergencies, disasters and other nationally significant events.

Learn more about AusAlert: https://www.nema.gov.au/our-work/risk-reduction/ausalert

25/06/2026

The Connection Between Stress and Pain

Did you know that stress doesn't just affect your mind—it can affect your body too?

When we're stressed, our muscles tend to tighten, our posture can suffer, and our nervous system stays on high alert. Over time, this can contribute to tension headaches, neck pain, back pain, and general aches and discomfort.

While we can't always eliminate stress from our lives, we can support our bodies through healthy habits such as regular movement, quality sleep, relaxation, and looking after our spinal health.

If you've been feeling more tension or discomfort lately, it may be worth considering whether stress is playing a role. Taking care of your body is an important part of managing life's challenges and helping you feel your best.

Phone 0493 639 925 for an appointment! Open 7 days a week from 7.30am to 7pm at 17 Moffatt Street, Goondiwindi 4390.

25/06/2026

Learn what an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) is, how they provide evidence-based assessment and therapy, and what makes their role unique.

22/06/2026

Hi ladies!

Are you living on the Western Downs and thinking about starting a family (or feeling not ready yet for one)? 👪

Book in with our Mobile Women's Health Service and have a chat - we offer a number of services to help support and empower you to make choices that suit your lives and your families.

For younger women, family planning is an important part of your health journey. No matter what your future looks like, taking the time to understand your options can help you make confident, informed decisions.

The team will be visiting Goondiwindi, Miles, Jandowae, Millmerran, Chinchilla, Inglewood, Tara, Taroom, Texas and Dalby across July.

Appointments are essential.

📍 See below for dates and locations 👇
📞 Call 0438 059 016
🛜Book online for Dalby and Jandowae: https://loom.ly/QaYY1ac
🛜Book online for Goondiwindi, Texas, Inglewood and Millmerran: https://loom.ly/BfWXNSA
🛜Book online for Taroom, Chinchilla, Tara, Wandoan and Miles: https://loom.ly/D1hCtck