Dr Jeanne Carpenter - General Practitioner

01/06/2026

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01/06/2026

Metro North is home to Genetic Health Queensland, the state-wide service that provides diagnosis, treatment and counselling for people diagnosed with a wide range of genetic conditions. 🧬

Principal Genetic Counsellor Bhavya and Clinical Geneticist Megan are part of the team that help connect the dots between family history and rare conditions to give patients answers.

'We see outpatients who are referred in by their GP, children with genetic syndromes, those with genetic heart conditions, kidney conditions or even cancer," Megan said.

"We also see family members of people who have been diagnosed to see if they are at risk of having the same condition.

"A big part of our work is pregnant patients, when they have a foetus with congenital anomalies
we can work out pathways for testing and managing this through pregnancy."

01/06/2026

Hummingbird House has always been a special place for guests, families and staff. It's a home like no other, where precious memories are made and families get to spend time with their loved ones the way they want.

"We really pride ourselves on being a home to families," says manager Kelly, "welcoming them with a warm embrace as they come through the door and providing an environment that's able to meet their care needs, but more importantly, feels like a home from home."

Love is at the heart of this year's Tax Appeal. Please support Queensland's only children's hospice so that we can continue to care for children with life-limiting conditions and their families 💜 Click the link in our comments to donate today.

01/06/2026

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01/06/2026

As of 1st July 2026 we are no longer able to Bulk Bill any phone consultations due to new Medicare Rules being brought in by the Government

15/05/2026

RSV vaccination will soon be available for all patients aged 75 and over (ATSI patients 60 & over)

14/05/2026

PCOS has been renamed

Following 14 years of international research, advocacy, and consultation with people with lived experience, healthcare professionals, researchers, and organisations across the world, the condition traditionally known as PCOS (Polycystic O***y Syndrome) will transition to a new name:

PMOS Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome

This change recognises what so many people living with the condition have long said:
PCOS has never been “just about ovaries” or “just about fertility.”

The previous name centred around “cysts” that many people with the condition do not actually have, while overlooking the complex hormonal, metabolic, endocrine, inflammatory, cardiovascular, mental health, and whole-body impacts experienced across the lifespan.

The new terminology aims to better reflect:
✨ The whole-body nature of the condition
✨ Lifelong impacts beyond reproductive years
✨ Metabolic and endocrine health considerations
✨ Earlier recognition and diagnosis
✨ Improved education, awareness, and research opportunities

A 3-year global transition period will now begin, where both terms PCOS and PMOS will co-exist as healthcare systems, organisations, clinicians, and communities adapt to the change.

At QENDO, we know that language matters.
Names shape understanding.
Understanding shapes care.

We also know that for many people, this may bring mixed emotions; relief, confusion, validation, uncertainty, or hope. Change in healthcare terminology takes time, education, and thoughtful implementation.

Most importantly:
A name change alone does not fix the barriers people face.
But it can be a powerful step toward improving awareness, reducing misconceptions, strengthening research, and helping people feel seen in the complexity of their condition.

We will continue sharing education and resources as this transition unfolds globally 💛

MetabolicHealth QENDO PCOSNameChange

14/05/2026

You don't have to wait until someone's not OK to check in. Sometimes people are doing fine and would love someone to talk to. Be that person. 💛

14/05/2026

Cost‑of‑living pressures are causing real stress for many Australians.
Here are some tips that can help reduce anxiety in uncertain times.
You can also contact Beyond Blue or National Debt Helpline by phone or webchat.

14/05/2026

The Asthma Check-In guides you through simple questions about what you want to ask your doctor, your symptoms, medicines and recent flare‑ups