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Spring is truly in the air. With the weather slowly getting warmer and the summer clothes coming out, many of us are rejoicing at the end of the cold, dreary winter months.

The COVID-19 pandemic has been hard on all of us. And with various states going into lockdown at very short notice, the constant turmoil around our work, attendances at school and being stuck at home, it has taken a toll on all of our mental health.

While GPs or general practitioners in Australia have the necessary training and expertise to diagnose and treat a number of conditions, some conditions may warrant a visit to a specialist.

Thousands of workers get injured every year in Australia, which can often lead them to spend months away from their jobs. Workers most at risk of getting injured at work are labourers, community and personal service workers and machinery operators and drivers. For all these occupations, it is imperative that a worker is able to perform their job at their full capacity to prevent further injuries and issues from occurring.

While general practitioners, commonly known as GPs, can assist with various health issues, certain conditions require the consultation of a specialist doctor.

It’s officially winter! And while it may be time to bring out the warm coats and woolly sweaters, hot chocolate and hearty soups, the colder months also bring with them the dreaded runny noses, congestion, headaches and sore throats associated with the common colds.

More than one year into the pandemic, we have had to change everything we knew about the world. Whether it be working from home, online shopping, or homeschooling, our homes have become our offices, shopping centres and schools.

The requirement of needing a sick certificate is quite stressful when you don’t need any more stress. Most illnesses require rest, plenty of fluids and as little stress as possible. When you are feeling unwell, the last thing you want to do is leave the house and travel to your doctor’s surgery.

Do you know the reason why you need a referral from your GP is so a portion of your fee is covered by Medicare? A Medicare specialist referral is helpful in that it guarantees you a Medicare rebate for your specialist appointment.

Have you ever been in a position of needing a doctor certificate for feeling unwell or missing school? Did you know that you can get a doctor certificate online? Or have you needed a certificate to care for a family member?