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Metabolic Screening
Supporting Healthy Weight and Long-Term Wellbeing Obesity Screening & Weight Management at Flagstone Family Practice Maintaining a healthy weight is an important part of preventing chronic disease and improving overall wellbeing. Excess weight can increase the risk of conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, sleep apnoea, and certain cancers. Early screening helps identify health risks and provides the opportunity to make positive lifestyle chan

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Sleep Screening
Supporting Better Sleep for Better Health Sleep Apnoea Screening at Flagstone Family Practice A good night's sleep is essential for your physical and mental wellbeing. However, conditions such as obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) can significantly affect your quality of life without you even realising it. Sleep apnoea causes repeated pauses in breathing during sleep, reducing oxygen levels and preventing restful sleep. At Flagstone Family Practice, our experienced GPs provide co

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Genetic Screening
Supporting Your Health Through Personalised Genetic Risk Assessment Genetic Screening at Flagstone Family Practice Genetic screening can provide valuable insights into your inherited risk of certain medical conditions, helping you make informed decisions about your health and your family's future. By identifying genetic predispositions early, you may be able to reduce your risk of disease through appropriate monitoring, lifestyle changes, and preventive care. At Flagstone Fam

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Reproductive Screening
Supporting Your Reproductive Health and Fertility Journey Fertility Screening for Men & Women at Flagstone Family Practice Planning for a family is an exciting journey, but for some individuals and couples, conception may take longer than expected. Fertility challenges are common, affecting approximately 1 in 6 Australian couples during their reproductive years. Early fertility screening can help identify potential causes, allowing timely treatment and improving the chances o

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Substance Abuse Screening
Supporting Your Health Through Early Detection and Compassionate Care Drug, Alcohol & Smoking Screening at Flagstone Family Practice Substance use can affect anyone, regardless of age or background. While occasional alcohol consumption or smoking may seem manageable, ongoing or excessive use can have significant effects on your physical health, mental wellbeing, relationships, and quality of life. At Flagstone Family Practice, we provide confidential, respectful, and non-judg

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Comprehensive STI Screening & Management
Confidential Sexual Health Care at Flagstone Family Practice Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are common and often develop without noticeable symptoms. Many people may have an STI without knowing it, making regular screening an important part of maintaining your sexual health and protecting your partners. At Flagstone Family Practice, our experienced GPs provide confidential, respectful, and non-judgemental STI testing, diagnosis, treatment, and advice. Whether you're e

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Jul 113 min read
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