ELDAC launches new Home Care App for care workers
End of Life Directions for Aged Care’s (ELDAC) new Home Care App has been developed, designed, and tested, with the help of home care workers and managers. The Home Care App has information and practical tips on how to confidently care for a person as their health declines and their care needs change. It includes:
North Coast syphilis outbreak warning
North Coast Population and Public Health is encouraging the community to stay on alert and get tested, with a sharp rise in syphilis cases reported across the Mid North Coast and Northern Rivers regions. Syphilis remains a significant issue across the NSW North Coast, which is currently experiencing an increase in cases far higher than
‘Generation Vape’ calling for case studies and community ambassadors
In response to young people’s growing vaping rates, Cancer Council NSW (CCNSW) commenced a national research project ‘Generation Vape’ in 2022 to examine vaping among 14-to-24-year-olds, parents and high school teachers. CCNSW leads the Generation Vape project in partnership with the Daffodil Centre and the University of Sydney, along with state and federal government health
Safe, flat footwear helps reduce hospital falls
To help reduce the chances of having a fall, trip or stumble in hospital, Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) is encouraging patients to bring their own safe, flat, well-fitting footwear when they come to hospital. The NNSWLHD is no longer providing non-slip socks to patients. These socks do not prevent falls and are not
North Coast Health Connect launches in Port Macquarie
Residents living in Port Macquarie area postcodes will be the first to benefit from a free new service that aims to improve access to local healthcare. Launched recently, North Coast Health Connect offers a free 1800 phone number or live web chat for residents to speak with a registered nurse any time of the day
Hilton Koppe launches ‘One Curious Doctor’ memoir
What might cause a 60-year-old Far North Coast GP with a well-balanced life to develop post-traumatic stress disorder, turning his world upside down? Lennox Head-based author, teacher and doctor, Hilton Koppe, set out to discover the answer, compiling a selection of life stories from the heart that became One Curious Doctor. A Memoir of Medicine,
Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Consumer Advisory Group seeks new members
The Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD) Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Service invites residents to join the Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Consumer Advisory Group. The Consumer Advisory Group, which was established in 2016, provides an opportunity for people with a lived experience of mental illness, alcohol or other drugs to
Helping to make our communities dementia-inclusive
Dr Sabrina Pit, Dr Louise Horstmanshof and Dr Robert G Lingard write about people living in the community with dementia, and their carers, in a recent article that suggests how to help during floods and other emergencies. They are active members of Dementia Inclusive Ballina, which was officially founded in 2021 as a not-for profit
Orthotics pilot project helping local children
The Northern Rivers Orthotic Project is funded by the Newcastle Permanent Charitable Fund. It provides localised orthotic care to children with disability who require orthoses in the Northern Rivers region of NSW. Northcott, Ability Made and Northcott Innovation are piloting the service for 12 months. The project brings together highly skilled orthotists and Northern Rivers allied health professionals.
Enrol for First Nations exercise program in Port Macquarie
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 45 years and older are invited to enrol in a healthy ageing exercise program in Port Macquarie. The Ironbark Exercise Program is for all fitness levels and aims to build strength and mobility. Enrolment is between 10:00am and 1:00pm on Thursday, 23 February at Birpai Local Aboriginal Land
Future planning workshop for carers
Do you provide care and support to a family member or friend who needs your assistance? Are you wanting to plan for the future? If you answered yes to both these questions, then a future planning workshop run by Carer Gateway may be for you. The free workshop will be held on Thursday, 23 February
Nurse-led wound clinic commences at Port Macquarie pharmacy
Plunketts TerryWhite Chemmart at Port Macquarie has a new nurse-led wound clinic available to community members. The wound clinic is run by experienced registered nurses two days a week – Tuesdays and Fridays from 8:30am to 5:00pm. The service is offered as ‘walk-in’ and can also be booked by phoning (02) 6584 0044. Nurses will
