The Practice at Clem Jones Centre

Mighty Men: Essential wellness tips
2025-06-25 17:30 - 18:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Carina Leagues Club, 1390 Creek Rd, Carina, Queensland, 4152, Australia
June is Men’s Health Month!
This a month dedicated to focusing on men’s health, by promoting preventative measures, early detection, and open conversations about male-specific health risks.
Join Dr Tess and Exercise Physiologist Mikala Roberts for this month’s seminar, “Mighty Men: Essential wellness Tips”.
This session will include:

Important health screening programmes
How to maintain general health
How to improve bone strength
How to monitor your mood

If you are a male over the age of 50, join us to discover the proactive steps to enjoying a healthy and fulfilling life.
Dr Tess and Mikala will be available following the presentation to answer questions and engage in ongoing discussions.

Dr Tess Higgins MBBS FRACGP

Little Warriors: Tackling common childhood illnesses
2025-07-22 17:30 - 18:30
When winter hits, so do the coughs, colds and sniffles. But these bugs don’t only come during the colder months for children, they come all year.
Join Dr Tess for “Little Warriors: Tackling common childhood illnesses”. In this session she will cover some of the respiratory or viral diseases that have a large impact on children’s health, such as:

Croup
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Reactive airway disease
Hand Foot and Mouth disease
Viral Rashes

If you are a parent or a soon-to-be parent, this is a great opportunity to learn more about diseases or illnesses that affect pre-school or school age children.
Dr Tess will be available for questions following the presentation.

Dr Tess Higgins MBBS FRACGP

Rescheduled: New date and time TBD! Let's Talk: Contraception, consent, and healthy relationships
2025-08-05 17:30 - 18:30
Update 04/08/2025 – Our sincere apologies, but we have to reschedule this seminar. Please stay tuned for an updated date and time!

Teenage or young adult relationships can be difficult to navigate.
Join Dr Tess on August 5th for “Let’s Talk: Contraception, consent, and healthy relationships”. During this Health Talk, Tess will discuss:

Available forms of contraception for males and females
What are consent and informed consent, and why are they important?
Positive outcomes of young adult relationships
How to have candid and open conversations with adults about healthy relationships

If you are a teenager or young adult, or a parent, and have questions regarding contraception and navigating relationships, then join us for this seminar!
Dr Tess will be available for questions following the presentation.

Dr Tess Higgins MBBS FRACGP

Mind Matters: Navigating Mental Health
2025-08-20 17:30 - 18:30
On August 20th, join Dr Tess and clinical psychologist Dr Adam Novic for “Mind Matters: Navigating Mental Health”.

Meet Dr Adam, who is now seeing patients from his rooms in the Wellness Precinct.

This session will cover:

What is a psychologist?
What are some pathways to seeing a psychologist?
How would seeing a psychologist help me or my family member?

If you are an adult or parent with questions or concerns about accessing mental health support, then join us for a description of pathways to improved mental health.

Dr Tess and Dr Adam will be available for questions following the presentation.

Dr Tess Higgins MBBS FRACGP

Dr Adam Novic PhD (ClinPsych)

Growing Pains: Traversing the teenage years
2025-09-23 19:00 - 20:00
Our 23rd September seminar is all about adolescent health. Join us for “Growing Pains: Traversing the Teenage Years”.
Dr Tess will discuss common health issues faced by teenagers aged 12-16 and their parents. She will also be joined by 2 physiotherapists.
The session will cover:

Osgood Schlatters, anterior knee pain, and growing pains
Acne
Safe relationships for males and females including friendships and romantic relationships
Time permitting, we can also discuss supporting the parent and the teen who is wanting more independence.

*** This talk will be repeated in 2026, so we can address more issues then!
If you are a pre-teen/teenager/young adult or a parent, then come along for a Health Talks seminar for information and the chance to ask any questions!

Dr Tess Higgins, specialist GP from The Practice at Clem Jones Centre, will present this talk and be available for questions following the presentation.

Her Health: Essential Women's Wellness
2025-10-22 19:00 - 20:00
In October, we focus our talk on Women’s Health.
This is a month dedicated to focusing on women’s health, preventative measures, early detection, and menopause management tips.
Join Dr Tess and Exercise Physiologist Mikala Roberts for this month’s seminar, “Her Health: Essential Women’s Wellness”.
This session will include:

Important health screening programmes
How to maintain general health
How to improve bone strength
How to manage menopause symptoms

If you are a female over the age of 40, join us to discover the proactive steps to enjoying a healthy and fulfilling life.
Dr Tess and Mikala will be available following the presentation to answer questions and engage in ongoing discussions.

Dr Tess Higgins MBBS FRACGP

Run Ready: Preventing sports injuries in athletes
2025-11-25 19:00 - 20:00
Welcome to the final Health Talk for 2025!
Physiotherapist Alex Downie and Podiatrist Ben Sweeting will once again be joining Dr Tess, this time to discuss how to prevent injuries in sports.
Our focus this November is on runners, joggers, and walkers who want to improve their pace and/or performance.
Alex and Ben will give fantastic advice and tips on how to remain strong, fit, and healthy while enjoying walking groups, park runs, or marathons.
If you run, jog, or walk, come and learn about tips and tricks for improving time and performance!

Raising Healthy Children: Tackling common childhood illnesses
2026-02-25 19:00 - 20:00
Common Childhood Illnesses and When to Worry
25/02/2026, 7-8pm @carinaleagues

Welcome to our 2026 month Health Talks Seminars!

We are kicking off this year with a presentation on common childhood illnesses.
Last year, we spoke about Croup, RSV, Reactive Airway Disease, Hand Foot and Mouth Disease, and Viral Rashes.

This year, we will tackle

BRONCHIOLITIS
ECZEMA
OTITIS MEDIA
FEVERS

This talk is relevant for parents of young children, primarily from <1 year old to early school age.

We are again supported by @carinaleagues, and our talk is IN PERSON at the Carina Leagues Club

Hire a babysitter (or bring the kiddies – they are all welcome!), have a lovely meal out, and bring all or any questions you have!

Presented by Dr Tess Higgins MBBS FRACGP
