Our Bondi doctors & GP team Support the Health of Our Veterans and Elderly in Bondi

This Anzac Day, it’s a time for all Australians to pause, reflect, and honour the bravery and sacrifices of our veterans. At Ocean Medical Practice, our local Bondi medical centre on Bondi Road not only remember those who served but also focus on promoting the ongoing health and wellbeing of our veterans and elderly community members.

Our dedicated team of female GPs are proud to support the health of local Bondi veterans, elderly patients, and their families. We are here to offer compassionate, high-quality care to those who have given so much.

Promoting Health for Veterans and the Elderly Over 75

As our veterans and seniors age, proactive health care becomes even more important. Key ways we support better health include:

• Bulk-Billed Comprehensive health assessments for ALL elderly patients aged over 75 years to detect heart disease, diabetes, and cancers

• Mental health support, including screening for PTSD, depression, and anxiety

• Mobility and fall prevention advice to maintain independence

• Nutrition and exercise plans tailored to older adults

• Medication reviews to avoid harmful drug interactions

At Ocean Medical Practice, our Bondi doctors & GP team take the time to offer personalised care, empowering our elderly and veteran patients to live healthier, longer lives.

Concerning Veteran Health Statistics in Australia

While many veterans lead healthy lives post-service, some concerning health trends remain:

• More than 46% of Australian veterans experience a mental health condition after service.

• Rates of chronic pain and arthritis are significantly higher among veterans compared to the general population.

• Suicide rates among younger male veterans are nearly double those of the broader Australian male population.

• Older veterans have increased risks of heart disease, cancer, and dementia.

These figures remind us why it’s so important to offer veterans high-quality preventative care—and why our team at Ocean Medical Practice is committed to supporting their health journeys.

Key Vaccinations for the Elderly and Veterans

Vaccination remains one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to protect our older population, especially those with service-related health conditions. Vaccines we strongly recommend include:

🛡️ Influenza Vaccine

• Essential for preventing serious complications like pneumonia.

🛡️ Pneumococcal Vaccine

• Protects against bacterial pneumonia, a leading cause of hospitalisation in seniors.

🛡️ Shingles Vaccine

• Reduces the risk of painful shingles outbreaks, which are more common and severe in older adults.

🛡️ COVID-19 Booster Vaccines

• Vital for maintaining protection against newer virus strains.

At Ocean Medical Practice, our local Bondi GPs on Bondi road offer all recommended vaccines under the National Immunisation Program and assist patients in creating an individualised vaccination schedule. Flu vaccine consultations and Covid-19 boosters are Bulk-Billed.

How Bondi Doctors Support Aged Care Health and Wellbeing

Our GPs at Ocean Medical Practice go beyond just treating illnesses—we focus on improving overall quality of life for our older patients:

• 🩺 Bulk-billed Bi-Annual Health Assessments for this over-75s

• 🩺 Tailored chronic disease management plans (majority bulk-billed)

• 🩺 Home care and aged care referrals for extra support

• 🩺 Palliative care services when needed, with dignity and compassion

Our female GPs on Bondi Road understand the unique needs of the elderly and veteran community, providing care with warmth, respect, and clinical excellence.

How Bondi Residents Can Honour Anzac Day

This Anzac Day Weekend, there are many meaningful ways to pay your respects and support our veteran community:

• ✅ Attend the Anzac Day Dawn Service or a local memorial event

• ✅ Reach out to elderly neighbours or veterans and offer your support

• ✅ Volunteer for organisations that assist veterans

• ✅ Educate younger generations about the importance of Anzac Day

• ✅ Book a health check-up for a loved one over 70, ensuring they are receiving the care they deserve

By looking after the health of our older community members, we honour their service in a lasting, meaningful way.

Visit Ocean Medical Practice – Your Local Partner in Veterans’ Health

At Ocean Medical Practice – Bondi’s local GP Medical Centre team, we’re proud to support our veterans, seniors, and families in Bondi. With a caring team of experienced female GPs, we offer personalised healthcare for patients of all ages.

Conveniently located on Bondi Road, we are your trusted:

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This Anzac Day, let’s honour the past by protecting the future. Book a check-up with our friendly team at Ocean Medical Practice and show your support for veteran and elderly health.