Free Clinic in Ulong
NCPHN is excited to share the news that the small town of Ulong near Coffs Harbour will have a refurbished clinical space opening in 2019. Free clinics will restart monthly in 2019, staffed by nursing students from TAFE NSW. Since July 2018, Diploma of Nursing students from Coffs Harbour TAFE, under the guidance of Lisa
My Health Record Opt-Out Extended
On 26 November 2018, law was passed to improve the privacy and security of the My Health Record system. The Health Minister also extended the My Health Record ‘opt-out’ period to 31 January 2019. Australians who are still unsure about My Health Record will now have more time to make an informed choice about whether
Get Chin-spired for Decembeard®
Bowel cancer is Australia’s second deadliest cancer. Around 1 in 11 Aussie men will develop the disease in their lifetime. That’s why Bowel Cancer Australia has dedicated the month of December to raising much needed funds and awareness for bowel cancer in men. Now in its sixth year, Decembeard® Australia is a hair–raising fundraiser that
November Update: Healthy Towns Casino
In late August, the Local Advisory Group met to support the planning and implementation of Healthy Towns initiatives in Casino. During this meeting the group endorsed a number of activities around diet and exercise, mental health, transport, youth and reconciliation. Continue reading for an update of how the program is progressing. March Against Violence On
November Update: Healthy Towns Maclean
Over the past two months Healthy Towns Maclean has been busy organising events and co-ordinating and supporting activities. Read on to find out about some of the initiatives we have progressed so far. Local Advisory Group The Local Advisory Group has been formed and is working towards progressing shortlisted initiatives. The first Local Advisory Group
November Update: Healthy Towns Evans Head
In August, the Local Advisory Group met to support the planning and implementation of Healthy Towns initiatives in Evans Head. During this meeting the group endorsed a number of initiatives around social connection, access to services, mental health and transport. Continue reading for an update on how the program is progressing. Healthy Towns Community Connector
November Update: Healthy Towns Woolgoolga
During October, Healthy Towns Woolgoolga helped to establish an Interagency meeting for service providers, and co-ordinate a Mental Health Month community breakfast. Read on for an update of what’s been happening. Woolgoolga Interagency Meeting During the consultation and workshop process, a need was identified for an ongoing forum to allow service providers to share information
November Update: Healthy Towns South West Rocks
In October, Healthy Towns in South West Rocks held a clinical GP breakfast, hosted a Community Wellbeing Day at Horseshoe Bay and saw the launch of parkrun. Read on for a summary of the activities. Horseshoe Bay Reserve parkrun The Horseshoe Bay Reserve parkrun was a true community collaboration between the South West Rocks Sport
November Update: Healthy Towns Lake Cathie
What a month October was for Healthy Towns in Lake Cathie! Our Mental Health Month event brought the community together, and a new partnership will allow us to fulfil a long held community request. Community Health & Wellbeing Day at Lake Cathie Foreshore On the 9th October Healthy Towns partnered with the Rural Adversity Mental
Too Much Medicine and How Asking Questions Can Help You Avoid It
Registrations are open for a free health event that will bring together health consumers, community representatives, health professionals and academics from across Northern NSW. The day-long conference is an initiative of the Community Engagement Advisory Council – the peak community advisory group for North Coast Primary Health Network and the Northern NSW Local Health District.
BreastScreen Van in South West Rocks
Did you know that the BreastScreen van offers free breast screening to women aged over 40? BreastScreen will be visiting South West Rocks from 19 November to 6 December 2018. Look for the van behind the South West Rocks Country Club. Early detection of breast cancer saves many lives. Nine out of 10 women who
Free Gym Equipment Classes in Casino
Do you want to increase your health and fitness in an outdoor setting for free? To build confidence using the new outdoor exercise equipment at Crawford Square in Casino, you are invited to take part in a four-week “come and try” program for residents of all ages and abilities. The program starts Monday 19 November
