Free falls prevention program in Kempsey
Stepping On is a free, evidence-based 7-week falls prevention program, delivered by Port Macquarie Occupational Therapy and funded by Healthy North Coast, that will run in Kempsey from 15 October to 26 November 2026. The program supports older people to stay active, independent and confident, with gentle strength and balance exercises and practical information on
Expression of interest: Specialist-supported skin cancer care in general practice
Healthy North Coast has commissioned DermScreen to provide a specialist-supported skin cancer capability building program for general practice. The program will support participating practices to strengthen skin cancer assessment and management through practical training, clinical mentoring, case-based learning, workflow support, and access to dermatologist advice. Only 10 general practice places are available in this intake.
August Clinical Societies focus on hypertension, heart and brain health
Hypertension remains one of the most significant and preventable risk factors affecting the health of our communities. With almost one in 4 Australian adults living with high blood pressure, the impact of underdiagnosed and undertreated hypertension is increasingly being felt across the North Coast as our population ages. This August, our Clinical Society series will
Supporting palliative care in general practice
Around 70% of Australians say they would prefer to die at home, yet only around 14% do. As more people live with frailty, dementia and chronic disease, general practice plays an increasingly important role in supporting people to remain at home and receive high-quality palliative and end-of-life care. Regional Palliative Care Roundtables Healthy North Coast
New menopause resources available for GPs
The Australian Government has commenced a national public awareness campaign to increase awareness and education of perimenopause and menopause among women aged 35 and older. The campaign encourages women to find general information on the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing website. Women who require further support, medical advice, or would like to discuss treatment
New sexual dysfunction pathway now available on HealthPathways
Sexual dysfunction is common, yet it remains an under-discussed area of health care. Concerns about sexual wellbeing can significantly affect quality of life, relationships, mental health, and overall wellbeing. To support clinicians across the Mid North Coast and Northern NSW in providing evidence-based, patient-centred care, a new Sexual Dysfunction Pathway has been developed in collaboration with
Dying to Know Day: Starting conversations about what matters
Dying to Know Day is coming up on 8 August 2026, to encourage more open conversations about death, dying and grief. For those of us working in primary care, it’s a good reminder that conversations about end of life don’t need to wait until someone is approaching their final days. GPs, nurses, pharmacists and allied
HealthPathways update – August 2026
Pictured: Murwillumbah, NSW HealthPathways offers clinicians locally agreed information to make the right decisions together with patients, at the point of care. The pathways are designed primarily for general practice teams, but are also available to specialists, allied health professionals, and other health professionals in your region. Check out the new, recently reviewed and
New Primary Health Care Branch of the NSW Nurses and Midwives Association established
A message from the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA): A new Primary Health Care Branch of the NSW Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA) has been established. This acknowledges that, for the first time, primary health care nurses have established a collective and recognised voice within both the NSWNMA and the Australian Nursing and
Take part in the RTPM Clinical Safety Survey
The Australian Digital Health Agency is inviting health practitioners to complete a short survey on Real Time Prescription Monitoring (RTPM). The survey is seeking feedback on how it’s used in practice, including its integration with clinical workflows and its role in supporting safer prescribing and dispensing decisions. Feedback will help inform ongoing improvements to RTPM
Our House: Accommodation for patients accessing health care in Lismore
Our House provides affordable, high-quality accommodation for patients and their families who need to travel to Lismore for medical care. Conveniently located adjacent to Lismore Base Hospital and close to essential services – including shopping and public amenities – Our House offers a safe, comfortable and supportive environment during what can often be a challenging
Assignment of Medicare benefits changes from 1 July 2026
From 1 July 2026, updated requirements apply for assigning Medicare benefits when a service is bulk billed. Assignment of benefit is the process where a patient agrees for their Medicare benefit to be paid directly to the provider as full payment for the service, meaning the patient has no out-of-pocket cost for that service. There
