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

Are you eligible for home COVID-19 vaccination?

A nurse immuniser from the Northern NSW Local Health District can now visit eligible people in their homes to give a COVID-19 vaccine. You may be eligible if you: have an injury, long-term health issue or condition that makes it hard for you to move around or leave home have a disability are a carer

All North Coast LGAs now tracking above 70% for first COVID jabs

Vaccination rates across the North Coast continue to rise, with 84% of those aged 16 and over now having had their first dose and 54% fully vaccinated. Healthy North Coast Chief Executive Officer Julie Sturgess said overall vaccination rates in the region are increasing at about 5% a week, which is slightly faster than the

Northside’s community spirit shines at COVID vax clinics

Coffs Harbour’s Northside Health team has had a busy week helping to keep the community safe from the threat of COVID-19. As well as vaccinating patients at their practice – close to 9,000 in total now – members of the team conducted outreach clinics at Ulong for Eastern Dorrigo residents, and in Coffs Harbour for

Workers take advantage of on-site vaccination hub

Nearly 100 workers at Casino Food Co-Op’s Booyong facility were vaccinated against COVID-19 last week. The day was a collaborative effort between Healthy North Coast, Casino Food Co-Op and Alstonville Clinic and was the first of its type in northern NSW involving industry. The aim of the onsite Pfizer hub was to boost vaccination rates

Healthy fast food is on the menu in Casino

Fast food is not necessarily unhealthy food, especially if it’s made in Casino’s Oak Centre Community Kitchen. The kitchen is hosting free ‘Faster Food’ cooking courses for local young people, under the watchful eye of chef Shane Runcinan, owner of Kyogle’s Twisted Tucker catering business. The courses are funded under Healthy North Coast’s Healthy Towns

Do you struggle with low back or knee pain?

The internet and technology have dramatically changed the way we live our lives — and there is no sign of this stopping. For example, physiotherapy video consultations and exercise apps can be used to deliver or support face-to-face health services. Today, there is growing evidence that e-health (for example, telehealth which includes appointments over video

COVID Vaccination Update

The rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination program across the North Coast is continuing, safely and methodically. There is a clear vaccine rollout schedule, and we are still on track to have everyone who wants to be vaccinated able to do so by the end of the year. If you’d like to know when your turn

BreastScreen Mobile Van in Byron Bay

The BreastScreen NSW mobile unit will be returning to Byron Bay from 11–30 November 2020. 1 in 7 women living in NSW will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. A screening mammogram offers the best chance of early detection. The screening program is especially recommended for women aged 50 to 74. Book your free mammogram

BreastScreen Bus in Evans Head

The North Coast BreastScreen bus will be back in Evans Head from 9 – 24 September 2020. This is a great opportunity to book a free screening mammogram. Screening mammograms are the most effective way to find breast cancer early. Early detection means more treatment options and a better chance of survival. All women over

BreastScreen NSW North Coast Mobile Calendar 2020

BreastScreen NSW is a free breast cancer screening program designed specifically for women aged 50 to 74. Women in this group are recommended to have a breast screen every two years. A breast screen (also known as a mammogram) is an x-ray of the breasts. Mammograms can detect very small breast cancers before they can

Media Release: Distancing Also Helps Protect Against Flu

MEDIA RELEASE – DISTRIBUTED 3 APRIL 2020 This week, there has been a rise in the number of people calling their GP to get a flu shot. While it is great that people want to take precautions, Healthy North Coast is reminding local residents that the flu vaccine may not be here yet. Healthy North