Strong demand for 5 to 11 years COVID vaccination
There is strong local demand for COVID-19 vaccination for children aged 5 to 11 as parents and guardians prepare their youngsters for the start of the school year. Children aged 5 to 11 became eligible to receive a new, lower-dose formulation of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine earlier this month. The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation
Put your mask back on
In response to increasing COVID-19 case numbers, the NSW Government has reintroduced restrictions for the holidays, including an indoor mask mandate and compulsory QR check-ins. From 24 December, all people in NSW over the age of 12 are required to wear a face mask: in an indoor area other than a place of residence in
Health helplines to have on hand these holidays
With visitors flocking to our region this summer, our local health services will be busy. Save these numbers to your phone as handy contacts. Speak to a registered nurse 1800 222 022 healthdirect telehealth offers professional health advice 24/7, including public holidays. GP phone or video consults are available in the after-hours period. GP consults
What happens if you’re diagnosed with COVID-19?
NSW Health has announced changes to the way COVID-19 cases are being managed in the community. If you are under 50 years of age, have had two doses of COVID-19 vaccine and do not have any chronic medical conditions, you can safely manage COVID-19 at home. If you test positive for COVID-19, NSW Health will
Vaccine Clinic Finder best way to book booster
Healthy North Coast is encouraging community members seeking a COVID-19 booster shot to use the Vaccine Clinic Finder to book ahead. Anyone aged 18 and over is eligible for a COVID-19 booster five months after their second dose. The booster dose helps make sure the protection from your first and second dose is stronger and longer
NSW roadmap for easing COVID restrictions
From 15 December 2021, COVID restrictions are easing for all NSW residents. Masks and QR codes Masks will only be required on public transport and planes, at airports, and for indoors front-of-house hospitality staff who are not fully vaccinated. Masks are no longer required in outdoor settings. COVID-19 check-ins are only required for hospitals, aged
Accessing COVID-19 vaccination info in My Health Record
My Health Record‘s COVID-19 vaccination dashboard brings together information from the Australian Immunisation Register and documents in My Health Record related to a consumer’s COVID-19 vaccination. It also includes links to the Vaccination Clinic Finder, bookings and side effect checker. The dashboard can be used as a quick reference when answering questions before a vaccination or to
Looking after your mental health and wellbeing this holiday season
Tis’ the season to be jolly, but for some, the holidays can be difficult. The last two years have significantly impacted many people in our North Coast community. No matter how you have been impacted, your mental health and wellbeing is important. With the holiday season upon us, here are some helpful tips to keep
Nymboida community commemorates bushfires
The Nymboida Whitewater Mosaic Circle had its official opening on 11 December, just over two years since bushfires devastated the area. Around 50 community members came together to celebrate the opening of the mosaic circle, located at the Nymboida Canoe and Camping Centre. The centre was used as a disaster recovery hub following the fires.
Support for informal carers through Carer Gateway
There are 2.65 million informal carers across Australia. These are people who provide care to a family member or friend living with a disability, medical condition, mental health condition, or who is frail due to age. If you know or come across a carer, you can support them by telling them about Carer Gateway. Carer
Talking about asthma
Is your asthma under control? People experience uncontrolled asthma for a variety of reasons. It could be anything from forgetting to book in your regular doctor appointment, to not even knowing you have asthma. If you’re experiencing regular asthma symptoms or your asthma stops you from doing what you want, then it’s time to talk
North Coast builds community resilience with 90% fully vaccinated against COVID
Healthy North Coast Chief Executive Julie Sturgess says North Coast residents have pulled together in an exceptional show of community spirit to ensure more than 90% of adults and older teens are protected against the worst of COVID. ‘North Coast residents understand that living in one of the most visited regions in NSW means they
