Family and Carer Mental Health Program

Do you care for somebody with a mental illness? Mission Australia’s Family and Carer Mental Health Program (FCMHP) provides free support for families and carers of people with a mental illness. The program offers information, education and skill development to help carers fulfil their role while maintaining their own health and wellbeing. The program assists: Families

Health Consumer Representative Development Workshops

What is a Health Consumer Representative? Click here to find out more. North Coast Primary Health Network and the Mid North Coast and Northern NSW Local Health Districts in conjunction with Health Consumers NSW are conducting free 2-day workshops for health consumers/community representatives who are involved, or would like to be involved in our health system.

My Health Record – In Your Hands

Image: Australian Government From today all Australians will be able to decide if they want a My Health Record – an online summary of your key health information where you can safely store, access and share your important health information. More than 5.9 million Australians already have a My Health Record. 12,860 healthcare professional organisations

Healthy Towns Have Their Say

Community members came together in six North Coast towns to have their say on health and wellbeing in May and June. Community Action Planning Workshops were held in Casino, Evans Head, Maclean, Woolgoolga, South West Rocks and Lake Cathie. Thank you to all those who attended a workshop. The passion and enthusiasm in each community

It’s About Time to Access Digital Health with a My Health Record

‘It’s About Time’ is the theme of National Diabetes Week (8-14 July 2018). This theme also relates to My Health Record. Every Australian will have access to a My Health Record by the end of the year, unless they choose not to have one. Many Australians who have diabetes need to see various healthcare professionals

What Are the 4 Ts?

National Diabetes Week runs from 8 July to 14 July 2018. Diabetes Australia’s It’s About Time campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and early treatment for all types of diabetes. Too many Australians are being diagnosed with diabetes too late. This is true for both type 1 and type 2

Don’t Miss the BreastScreen Bus

Did you know that the BreastScreen bus offers FREE breast screening to women aged over 40? It’s a potentially life-saving service. The bus will be visiting the following locations in coming weeks. Iluka: 2 – 9 July 2018 Maclean: 16 July – 9 August 2018 Women aged 50 – 74 years are actively encouraged to

Thank You for Completing the 2018 Needs Assessment Survey

Over 3,000 locals completed NCPHN’s 2018 Health Needs Assessment Survey. Thank you! The 2018 Speak Up survey is now closed. Prize winners have been notified. We would like to thank the local organisations and many more community champions who helped us to engaging the community with the survey. Click here for a list of supporting

Have the CHAT

During winter you are more likely to have a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) exacerbation, known as a flare-up of symptoms. Every exacerbation does long-term damage to your health and can increase your risk of death. Reduce your risk of an exacerbation and stay well this winter by completing this checklist: Get your vaccinations (influenza;

Cancer Screening Information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People

Cancer is the second most common cause of death for Indigenous Australians. Early detection through screening programs can save lives, so speak to your doctor today. Hear from fellow community members about their cancer screening experience and learn about cancer screening programs available in your community… Indigenous Bowel Screen Facebook Video produced by Cancer Council

National Asthma and Allergy Network

The National Asthma Council Australia has launched the National Asthma and Allergy Network.  People who have asthma, or who live with or care for someone with asthma, and who want to help improve asthma resources and services are invited to join and get involved with the organisation’s projects. The Network will be consulted for ideas

Mental Health Literacy Survey

Mental health conditions are common, with one in five Australians experiencing a mental health condition in any one year. However, few Australians access services and treatments that could help them with their mental health. Are Australians failing to recognise mental health symptoms? Are they unable or unwilling to access appropriate services? The Royal Flying Doctor