Lung cancer screening program: Localised resources now live

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Australia and often progresses without symptoms in its early stages. Screening allows for detection before symptoms appear, when treatment is more effective. The National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP) is scheduled to launch on 1 July 2025. The NLCSP is a program developed by the

Are your patients screening for bowel cancer?

Bowel cancer is state’s second deadliest cancer yet only 2 out of every 5 people eligible for the test in NSW are currently participating. The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program’s lifesaving test is quick and easy to do and can be completed at home in minutes. Those who have done it before are almost three

Queen Street nurse talks heart health with Murwillumbah farmers

When Murwillumbah farmer Neil Baker began planning his third annual BBQ for local farmers, he had more than good food and conversation in mind. After experiencing a stroke 18 months ago, Neil knew firsthand the importance of heart health, and wanted to use the gathering as an opportunity to raise awareness among his peers. Neil

Updated National Cervical Screening Program eLearning modules

In partnership with the Department of Health and Aged Care, the Australian Centre for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer has released new, improved and updated National Cervical Screening Program eLearning modules. These five individually accredited eLearning modules have been updated in line with changes to the National Cervical Screening Program Guidelines which came into effect

Preparing for the National Lung Cancer Screening Program

With the National Lung Cancer Screening Program commencing in July 2025, this is the perfect time for practitioners to ensure you are equipped to support eligible patients. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Australia, but early detection can lead to more effective treatment options and improved outcomes. The National Lung Cancer

Recruitment call: Women in Northern NSW with disability sought for cervical screening research

Women with physical disability are being sought to take part in research being conducted in the NNSWLHD Women’s Health Nurse-led clinics. The Women’s Health Nurses are calling for women who are due for cervical screening to attend the clinics in Northern NSW to have cervical screening tests, in particular self-collect screening tests. What is involved?

BreastScreen NSW van in Ballina

From January to March 2025, the BreastScreen NSW van will be at Fawcett Park, Moon Street (river end) in Ballina! It is recommended that women aged 50-74 have a free mammogram (breast x-ray) every two years to check for cancer. Screening with BreastScreen NSW It’s free! All radiographers are female Takes just 20 minutes Requires

National Lung Cancer Screening Program set to launch in 2025

The National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP) aims to achieve better health outcomes for Australians by detecting lung cancer early and reducing deaths from lung cancer. Early detection can lead to more effective treatment options and improved outcomes for patients. Healthcare providers will play an important role in the delivery and success of the NLCSP which

The Inspiring Journey of Woopi Medical

If you’ve got an inspiring story that highlights a great health outcome on the North Coast… we’d love to hear from you. Let us know by submitting it here. A story written & submitted to Healthy North Coast by Arthur Hein, Business Director – Woopi Medical. In the heart of Woolgoolga’s serene landscapes lies a

Cultural Safety Training in Strong Demand

Image above: Delta Kay, from Explore Byron Bay, Arakwal Bundjalung country, leading a cultural training session – www.explorebyronbay.com Be quick to register for upcoming Cultural Safety Training Commencing in June this year, Healthy North Coast has held Cultural Safety Training on Yaegl, Bundjalung and Birpai countries. The comprehensive series is designed to increase local cultural

Japanese encephalitis virus vaccine eligibility expanded

The NSW Government has expanded the eligibility criteria for its funded Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) vaccine. Now eligible for the vaccine are people aged two months or older who live or routinely work in any of the State’s high-risk local government areas (LGAs)* AND regularly spend time outdoors placing them at risk of mosquito bites,

Can artificial intelligence and teledermatology help GPs diagnose skin cancers?

The ‘One Million Skin Checks’ study is investigating how two technologies may help Australian GPs manage their one million skin cancer-related consultations every year. The technologies are teledermatology and artificial intelligence – using a smartphone and a dermatoscope. The study examines the feasibility of using these in a general practice setting. If you would like