The DinkumDoc Blog

The healthcare industry in Australia is constantly evolving and seeking ways to improve the quality and efficiency of patient care. One approach that has gained increasing attention in recent years is the concept of multi-disciplinary care, in which a team...

Electronic prescriptions, or E Prescription Services, are digital versions of the traditional paper prescriptions that doctors and other healthcare providers have used for centuries. E-prescriptions allow healthcare providers to prescribe and transmit medication orders electronically rather than writing them on paper...

The way we obtain medical treatment is changing as technology advances. Online doctor consultations are growing more common as a substitute for traditional in-person appointments. In this blog, I’ll explore the features and benefits of online doctor consultations and give...

Healthcare in rural Australia can be hard to come by, but recent advances in technology are beginning to make a difference. Online doctor consultations are revolutionizing how people in rural areas access medical care, providing an easy and convenient way...

General practitioner (GP) waiting rooms are a common breeding ground for bacteria and viruses. This is because people from all walks of life come to GPs for a variety of reasons, including illness. As a result, these germs can easily...

If you are feeling flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, sore throat, or muscle aches, and you have also lost your sense of smell or taste, it is important to get tested for COVID-19. However, you do not want to...

Patients with non-emergency health issues are increasingly clogging up emergency departments (EDs) in Australia. This is putting a strain on the ED system and making it difficult for patients with genuine emergencies to get the care they need. There are...

Introduction Vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) are a type of bacteria that is resistant to the antibiotic vancomycin. Vancomycin is a powerful antibiotic that is used to treat serious infections. VRE is a growing problem in hospitals around the world, including Australia....

Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a common respiratory virus that can cause various symptoms, from mild cold to more serious illnesses such as pneumonia and bronchiolitis. It is most common in young children and the elderly but can affect people of...

Introduction Even a routine task like obtaining a medical certificate can become time-consuming when you are not feeling well in today’s fast-paced world. As we embrace the digital era, the landscape of healthcare services is changing, presenting a game-changing solution—online...