Support is available to quit smoking in pregnancy
If you are pregnant and would like to quit smoking, speak to your midwife or call the Quitline on 13 7848. Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District have also produced a video about support to quit smoking in pregnancy. Carbon monoxide monitoring in pregnancy Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas that you can’t see, taste or
New resource launched in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June, the Older Persons Abuse Prevention Coffs Coast Collaborative has developed a Service Directory to assist the community in knowing who to call if they have concerns about an older person or who wish to know more about elder abuse. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
14 June is World Blood Donor Day
Every year, countries around the world celebrate World Blood Donor Day. The event raises awareness of the need for safe blood and blood products and thanks voluntary, unpaid blood donors for their life-saving gifts. A blood service that gives patients access to safe blood and blood products in sufficient quantity is a critical component of
Looking for a home detox? The Withdrawal Management Program can help
The Withdrawal Management Program, offered by The Buttery, provides a convenient and effective way to manage withdrawal symptoms from alcohol or other drugs (AOD) in the comfort and privacy of your own home. They combine the flexibility of telehealth with the support of community resources to create a personalised program for you. The Program is
Support available for carers on the North Coast
Do you provide unpaid care and support to a family member or friend with a disability, chronic illness, mental illness, drug and alcohol dependency, terminal illness, or who is frail due to age? Do your caring responsibilities affect your wellbeing or your ability to work, study or socialise? Recognising that you’re a carer can give
Tackling youth vaping on the North Coast
Vaping has become increasingly popular, particularly among youth and young adults. While long-term health effects are unclear, we know that short-term harm associated with vaping is widely occurring, with many misconceptions that vaping is harmless. Known risks of vaping are emerging, with NSW Health advising that vaping can cause the following: Lung damage Breathlessness Nicotine addiction
Help beat bowel cancer
Bowel cancer claims the lives of 103 Australians every week (5,350 people a year) – but it’s one of the most treatable types of cancer when detected early. While the risk of bowel cancer increases significantly with age, the disease doesn’t discriminate, affecting people of all ages. 299 Australians will be diagnosed with bowel cancer
Celebrating World Refugee Day on the North Coast
World Refugee Day is celebrated on 20 June each year, and Refugee Week in Australia runs from 16-22 June 2024. It’s a time for celebrating the richness and diversity that refugees bring to our region and the positive social, cultural and economic contributions they make to our country. It’s also a time to raise issues
Having a yarn in National Reconciliation Week
Thank you to everyone who came out to support our OneMob Radio Reconciliation Week Big Brekkie in Coffs Harbour! We absolutely loved catching up and having a yarn with our community. On air with OneMob’s Lockie Skinner was our very own Kash Reddy, Uncle Dave Kelly, and Uncle Hilton Naden, who had lots to discuss, including
In case you missed it: Breaking the Silence – Domestic and Family Violence in Primary Care
With May being Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Prevention Month, Healthy North Coast delivered an empowering webinar on domestic and family violence in primary care. The webinar, held on 14 May, highlighted that regional NSW has seen a concerning 19% increase in reported domestic assaults over the past five years, with rates in regional communities
Nursing on the North Coast: partnering for excellence in primary care
Last week, Healthy North Coast and the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) visited The Lismore Clinic to launch two programs aimed at building the capability of primary care nurses on the North Coast: 1. Transition to Practice Program (TPP) Following an Expression of Interest process, eight nurses across the North Coast will participate
Research participation: Understanding health consumers needs during climate disasters
Have you been affected by natural disasters (i.e. bushfires or floods) while managing a health condition, either as a patient or as a care provider? Macquarie University invite you to share your experience with them by attending an interview (phone or online). All participants who complete the study will receive a $100 eGift Card as
