STREET Side Medics, a not-for-profit, mobile medical service dedicated to people experiencing homelessness, has opened it's second Victorian clinic, in St Kilda.
Established by Dr Daniel Nour (pictured, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese), the service provides free primary healthcare to vulnerable people, utilising fully equipped and customised mobile medical units which visit areas with a large number of homeless people.
It began operating in 2020 with several clinics in NSW, and plans for further national expansion.
Staffed by GPs, pharmacists and other allied health professionals, Street Side Clinics provides bulk billing, but is free for people without access to Medicare.
Funding is provided by local partners, as well as the Federal Government, and runs in partnership with existing food services, shelters and other homelessness service providers.
Dr Nour said it's often very difficult for homeless people to prioritise their health or access appropriate health care.
"That's why Street Side Medics works in collaboration with other service providers; it better positions us to play a part in alleviating the barriers that limit vulnerable peoples' access to primary health care," he explained.
Services include health checks, screening, immunisation, minor surgical procedures and referrals.
"Mobile clinics can play a vital role by bringing care to vulnerable people who'd otherwise go without," he continued.
"Homelessness is not just a housing issue - it is also a health crisis."
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