Medical
Maternal and Child Health
Maternal and Child Health Services include antenatal care, GP visits, midwife support, parenting guidance, family planning, and healthy living education.
These services are available at all three of our clinics. Indigenous pregnant women, or women with an Indigenous baby are eligible for this service.
Mental Health
Mental health support is available at all three clinics, with access to our mental health nurse, psychologist and psychiatrist. To access this service you must be a Katungul client with a current Health Check or Mental Health Care Plan, and a referral to psychiatrist from a GP.
Eye Health
The program offers vision testing and diabetes checks by a visiting specialist every two months at the Bega, Narooma, and Batemans Bay clinics. Outreach services are available at Wallaga Lake. Eye checks, frames and basic lenses are free for Indigenous people.
Otitis Media (OM)
Otitis Media, also known as glue ear, is an acute or chronic middle ear infection that, if left untreated, can result in permanent hearing loss. Children from six to eighteen months may experience OM, with the infection common up until the age of four.
Our program combats OM through prevention, early detection, and treatment. It includes school‑based screening and provides education for families and teachers.
Women’s Health
We provide care from female clinicians to ensure clients feel comfortable and supported during women’s health appointments. Women’s health services available are:
- Pap smear cervical clinic
- Sexual health screens
- Breast screening
- Domestic violence (debrief and referral)
- Sexual assault (debrief and referral)
Women receive advice on topics such as smoking and pregnancy, alcohol and pregnancy, contraception, safe sex and STIs.
Integrated Team Care
Our Integrated Team Care (ITC) program provides support for clients managing chronic illnesses. Common chronic diseases experienced in Indigenous communities include diabetes, renal failure, asthma and heart disease.
ITC services include:
- Financial assistance for specialist appointments
- Transport to medical appointments
- Appointment scheduling
To access the ITC program, you must be a Katungul client with a current GP Management Plan, GP referral, and a diagnosed chronic health condition. All clients are required to complete registration paperwork.
715 Health Checks
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of all ages can access a free 715 Health Check at Katungul. This annual health check is a vital way to stay strong, prevent illness and manage any chronic conditions early.
At your appointment, one of our friendly health professionals will sit down with you to discuss your health, family history and anything that might be worrying you. We’ll do a full health assessment and work together on a plan to keep you healthy.
The 715 check takes less than an hour and could make a big difference. If you’re already living with a chronic condition, we’ll make sure you’re on the right treatment and support path. And if you need extra help, we can refer you to up to 10 free follow-up services, like:
- a specialist or another health service
- a counsellor
- a service that works to prevent chronic conditions
Receive a free $50 Gift Card with every 715 health check. Book your appointment by calling 1800 804 201.
