Latest news and information
Find the latest updates and information from across the network of St John GP, Urgent Care and Dental clinics.
Spotlight on Women’s Health
Women’s Health Week is more than just an annual event, it’s a reminder for women of all ages to prioritise their health – both physical and mental. Regular check-ups with your doctor are essential to maintaining a balanced, healthy life. Here are just some of the ways your GP can help in managing your health:…
Shifting the sentiment on menopause
This Women’s Health Week, we’re raising awareness of menopause and some of the symptoms women experience during this period of their lives. Did you know…? Around a third of women experience very minimal symptoms, another third will have life-changing debilitating symptoms, and the remainder have a varied response. 73% of women say stress and anxiety…
Women’s Health Week
This week is Women’s Health Week, serving as an important reminder to focus on the health and wellbeing of women, girls and gender-diverse people. At St John WA we understand the unique and complex nature of women’s health, and we have a compassionate and dedicated team ready to offer personalised, around-the-clock support and education tailored…
Dental Health Week 2024: Let’s Talk about Gums
At St John Dental, we’re serious about your oral health. This week is Dental Health Week and the theme for this year is ‘Let’s talk about gums’, so we’re sharing our top tips to protect your smile. Gum disease is increasingly becoming associated with chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease, but it can…
Men’s Health Week is a Call to Make Change
Men’s Health Week 2024, running from June 10 – 16, is an international initiative aimed at highlighting the various factors contributing to men’s wellbeing. St John WA (SJWA) is dedicated to promoting the importance of men taking care of their health, both physical and mental. Throughout the week, numerous organisations will share valuable resources and…
St John WA + Heart Week 2024
Held annually in the first week of May, National Heart Week is an important reminder for health professionals and the Australian public to engage in conversations about heart health and take proactive steps to reduce the risk of heart disease. Heart disease continues to be a leading cause of death in Australia, claiming a life…
Nurses Armed with New Fibreglass Cast Skills
St John (SJWA) has reaffirmed its dedication to world-leading clinical standards for its Urgent Care nurses with an ambitious initiative of hosting a series of best-in-class training sessions aimed at enhancing proficiency in applying casts and splints featuring cutting-edge fiberglass technology. So, what’s all the hype? Fibreglass casts are the next step in orthopaedic care,…
Urgent Care Placements Hot Stuff for Future Nurses
St John WA’s Clinical Facilitation program is celebrating back-to-back placements already confirmed with Curtin University, North Metro Tafe and others. The program started in 2022 but has picked up speed under the careful guidance of Clinical Support Nurse Jenny Love. Jenny joined St John WA in 2021 and said the initiative provided nursing students with…
Introducing Sedation Practices at St John Dental: Your Path to Stress-Free Dentistry
Do you experience anxiety or nervousness at the thought of visiting the dentist? Are complex dental procedures, such as wisdom teeth removal or surgical extractions, causing you to avoid dental consultations? If so, St John Dental has an excellent solution for you – intravenous sedation, also known as twilight sedation or sleep dentistry. What is…
St John Dental supports Dental Health Week 2023: Mind, Body, Mouth – It’s all connected!
At St John Dental, we are excited to be supporting Dental Health Week which takes place from 7-12 August 2023. Dental Health Week is an important initiative aimed to raise awareness about the significant connection between oral health and overall well-being. This year’s theme, “Mind, body, mouth: It’s all connected,” highlights the critical role oral…
St John Dental now open in Osborne Park
Today, Monday 7th November 2022, St John Dental Osborne Park opens its doors to the community. As part of the recently opened St John Health Centre in Osborne Park, the dental clinic is the latest addition to St John’s growing network in the Perth metropolitan area. From general check-ups to dental emergencies We’re here for…
New St John Dental practice to open in Osborne Park
The Osborne Park community now has something to smile about as St John Dental Osborne Park is set to open its doors on Monday 7th November 2022. As part of the recently opened St John Health Centre in Osborne Park, the dental clinic is the latest addition to St John Health’s growing network in the…