See a GP

Did you know ?

Recent research from the Duty to Care Report showed that people who experience long term mental illness are more likely to die from preventable physical illness, such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer, than the general population and often these illnesses go undiagnosed and untreated.

Going to a GP to have regular physical health checks can help prevent these problems before they arise, or treat them so that they don’t get worse. Ideally, you should have a physical check once a year.

Why see a GP (General Practitioner)?

Often mental health consumers only receive health care from mental health specialists who may not be focused on their physical health. Or when they do see a GP, treatment is focused on their mental illness rather than physical health or preventative health care.

Fact Sheets

Following is information to ensure physical health becomes a priority for people who live with mental illness.

1. Information for Consumers
2. Information for GP's and Primary Care Service Providers
3. Helping others FAST Track to a GP

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