New high-tech pathology lab is ready to find the answers that matter
NSW Health Pathology staff are excited to be moving into the new high-tech pathology laboratory and collection centre at Tweed Valley Hospital. A key feature of Tweed Valley Hospital’s $723.3 million redevelopment, the lab is four times the size of the old lab and features the latest cutting-edge technology, making it future-proofed to meet the
‘The Patient’s Perspective’ video shortlisted for WHO Film Festival
The End-of-Life Essentials animation film ‘The Patient’s Perspective’, has just been shortlisted for the World Health Organization’s Health for All Film Festival. The aim of the film is to show what matters for a patient, and the difference health professionals can make by showing kindness and compassion, even in the absence of a cure. We
Free mental health support is available
Recent events like those at Bondi Westfield and Wakeley can be very distressing, and it is normal to experience a range of reactions. There are free services available if you, or someone you know, needs mental health and wellbeing support: Head to Health – No matter where you are located, you can call 1800 595
Financial support is available for North Coast patients
Do you need access to specialised healthcare that is not available locally? The Isolated Patients Travel and Accommodation Assistance Scheme (IPTAAS) provides financial assistance to people from regional NSW to access specialist, allied healthcare services and non-commercial clinical trials. Eligible patients receive a subsidy for travel and accommodation costs, including private vehicle travel (40 cents
Thank you for helping to shape the future of health care on the North Coast!
Back in March, we asked you for your help in spreading the word about our Better Health Community Survey 2024. This is a quick note to say THANK YOU to everyone who shared and participated in this important survey. We were able to achieve 3,300+ survey responses: These responses came from a broad location mix
In the end…what matters most to you?
National Palliative Care Week (19-25 May 2024) aims to connect Australians with the ‘people at the heart of quality palliative care’ – the doctors, nurses, social workers, volunteers, and many others, to encourage a deeper understanding of what palliative care is. Join Healthy North Coast for a live webinar on Monday 20 May 6–7pm, where
Meet Dr Beth Allin
I’m Beth Allin, a GP in Grafton, NSW. I graduated from medical school in England in 2011 and moved to Australia in 2012 during the London Olympics. I completed my GP training in the North Coast and have been working in Grafton for nearly seven years. In general practice, my particular interests are in child
Tweed Hospital services are moving
The new Tweed Valley Hospital at 771 Cudgen Road, Cudgen is opening to patients at 8am on Tuesday 14 May 2024. On the same day the Tweed Valley Hospital opens to patients, The Tweed Hospital at Powell St, Tweed Heads, will close. From 8am, Tuesday 14 May, anyone requiring emergency medical care should present to
New CareSearchgp app: a tool supporting GPs to provide end-of-life care
CareSearch, an Australian Government-funded palliative care project, has released the CareSearchgp app. This free digital tool brings together evidence-based research and resources to support GPs in delivering quality palliative care. Coverage includes terminal prescribing guidance for specific symptoms and advice on key care issues including: advance care planning recognising deterioration case conferences assisting families through
Recognise the signs of sepsis
NSW Health are currently running a Sepsis Awareness Campaign which seeks to empower communities to recognise the signs of sepsis and seek timely medical assistance. Sepsis is when your body has an extreme response to an infection. Sepsis can affect anyone. There are many possible signs and symptoms of sepsis. Some of these include: Getting very
Free healthy lifestyle program now open to more families
More families in NSW will now be able to access support to help improve their children’s nutrition, wellbeing and sleep, with an expansion of the successful Go4Fun program. Go4Fun is a free 10-week after-school program for 7–13-year-olds, and their families, which aims to support their health and wellbeing. Previously, children needed to be above a
Centre for Healthcare Knowledge & Innovation relaunches
Introductory event: Reimagining Our Economy: Measuring What Matters Learn how to collaborate with government and industry to uphold the commitments outlined in Australia’s first wellbeing framework. Tuesday 30 April 2024 | 6:45pm – 8:10pm | Register here Healthy North Coast is excited to announce the relaunch of the Centre for Healthcare Knowledge & Innovation (CHKI),
