HealthPathways update – September 2025
HealthPathways a free online, peer-reviewed clinical decision support tool for healthcare professionals that provides locally agreed-upon guidance for assessing and managing medical conditions. Check out the new and updated pathways below: New HealthPathways Transgender Health – Specialist Referrals Reviewed and updated HealthPathways Clinical: Acute Chest Pain and Acute Coronary Syndrome Antenatal Care – Initial Visits
Calling GPs with a special interest in menopause
HealthPathways is currently in the process of reviewing the Menopause pathway. We have also developed a new Menopause Specialised Referrals and Advice page and would like to include GPs with a special interest in this area. Your inclusion on this page will contribute to the development of a resource that supports timely, appropriate care for
Care finders help vulnerable older patients access My Aged Care
Do you see older patients who ideally need aged care services and supports to stay at home but struggle to navigate My Aged Care for the care they need? Healthy North Coast is delighted to have extended the Care finders program for another 4 years, providing free, intensive support to help older patients who are
New cardiovascular HealthPathways now live
Two updated HealthPathways are now available to support general practitioners across Mid North Coast and Northern NSW in delivering safe, evidence-based care for patients with suspected or confirmed cardiovascular disease. 1. Acute Chest Pain and Acute Coronary Syndrome pathway The Acute Chest Pain and Acute Coronary Syndrome HealthPathway has been revised in response to updated
New End-of-Life Pathway: Helping older Australians die at home with dignity
Many older Australians prefer to spend their final months at home, surrounded by loved ones, but often need more support to make that possible. The new End-of-Life Pathway, introduced under the new Aged Care Act, intends to do just that – reflecting the strong community preference for greater access to in-home palliative care and support
Coffs Harbour Women’s Health Centre reaches more women in need
Celebrating Women’s Health Week 2025: “Say Yes to You” The Coffs Harbour Women’s Health Centre recently hosted its annual Women’s Health Breakfast, bringing together over 100 colleagues, partners, and friends to celebrate Women’s Health Week. The event was a vibrant showcase of community, connection, and the power of partnership—highlighting how, through funding from Healthy North
Managing anxiety in adults with autism: Clinical trial recruiting now
A new clinical trial at Southern Cross University’s National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine (NCNM) looking at improving anxiety management in adults with autism is calling for participants. The trial, funded by Australian company Medibis Pty Ltd, will assess whether a medicinal cannabis product can assist with anxiety management in adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder
Rural Generalist Single Employer Pathway applications now open!
Are you a doctor who is interested in a career in rural medicine? Apply now and access the many benefits, support and opportunities of the pathway. The RGSEP program will provide you a length of training contact whilst you complete your training as a rural generalist (usually 1-4 years). For more information, visit health.nsw.gov.au/RGSEP. Applications
New digital patient support for people with chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS)
Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia (A&AA) is excited to announce new patient resources to help support those living with chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). Patients have said that accurate, easy to understand information received directly to their inbox is what would be helpful for them. Patients who join the CRS email education series receive 4 emails over 2
Vaccination information for pharmacists
Avoid storing vaccines at home NSW Public Health Units have received reports of patients improperly storing vaccines, such as keeping them unrefrigerated or in domestic fridges before administration. These practices can render vaccines ineffective. Patients should be advised to take vaccines directly from the pharmacy to their healthcare provider for administration. If this isn’t possible,
New grants available to support better care in aged care homes
Healthy North Coast is proud to announce that expressions of interest for a new grants program are now open. Healthy North Coast’s Residential Aged Care – Enhanced Primary Care Access Grants enable innovative local responses to improve access for residents in aged care homes located in ‘thin markets’ – where limited service availability acts as
Allergy assist® webinar: Food allergy prevention, including eczema management
allergy assist® is an education and support service available to GPs and rural generalists in Australia. Ongoing webinar sessions are offered to enhance confidence in managing common allergic presentations. The October webinar has a paediatric focus, and is being presented by Dr Paulina Alhucema, a dual trained paediatric allergist and immunologist and general paediatrician based
