Australian Government Announces Stage Seven of Telehealth Reforms
Source: Department of Health media release Published: 10 July, 2020 In a major boost for primary health care, the Australian Government is further strengthening telehealth arrangements as recommended by the Australian Medical Association (AMA) and the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and other medical experts. Under stage seven of telehealth reforms announced today,
Do You Refer Patients to NNSWLHD Services?
Are you satisfied with the current referral processes to local health district services? Can you see room for improvement? Here’s your chance to share your feedback to the local health district and help plan for future changes. Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) is inviting GPs to complete a short questionnaire on referrals. Your responses will
Free Alcohol and Other Drug Addiction Treatment Online for People in Nimbin, Casino, Kyogle
The Buttery is offering a free four-week online program to help people with alcohol and other drug issues, without needing to join a residential program. This time around, the program is especially focused on helping people in Nimbin, Kyogle, Casino and the surrounding areas. In response to COVID-19, The Buttery has adapted its popular Community
My Aged Care e-Referral for GPs
My Aged Care e-Referrals have been updated and improved. GPs can refer their patients to My Aged Care from their electronic practice management systems via the e-Referral form. This form is one of many pathways into My Aged Care, and is especially useful for patients who need to provide their medical information to the assessor.
GP Peer Support and Case Discussion Group
The Black Dog Institute is hosting an online GP case discussion and peer support group. Participants will have the opportunity to explore challenges faced in practice and provide peer support to others who may be experiencing similar issues. The group will meet fortnightly for eight sessions starting Monday 27 July. Accredited with both RACGP (40
Mid North Coast GPs Will Pilot Hospital Admission and Discharge Notifications
Mid North Coast general practices and Aboriginal Medical Services (AMSs) will soon participate in a hospital admission and discharge notification pilot. The pilot has been designed by eHealth NSW’s Integrated Care Program in partnership with the Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD). It is designed to help shape a future statewide solution. Notifications, sent
Direct Access Colonoscopy – Mid North Coast Local Health District
The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program (NBCSP) provides free screening using an immunochemical faecal occult blood test (iFOBT) to men and women aged 50–74 years every two years. Those who receive a positive bowel screening test result are recommended to undergo further assessment, which usually involves having a colonoscopy. There is a substantial shift towards
Out-of-Home Care for Children and Young People
Children and young people in out of home care (OOHC) often have high and unmet health needs, and are more disadvantaged and vulnerable than other children. NSW Health provides coordinated health assessments and intervention for children and young people entering statutory OOHC who are expected to remain in care for longer than 90 days. The
Mental Health Training for Health Professionals
The social and emotional impact of the Australian drought and bushfire crisis is far-reaching. Health professionals, as the cornerstone of community support, are experiencing increased demand and a complex workload. CRANAplus is delivÂerÂing menÂtal health trainÂing for health proÂfesÂsionÂals in drought and bushÂfire affectÂed comÂmuÂniÂties. A wide-ranging series of webiÂnaÂrs and podÂcasts has been develÂoped.
Primary Care Impact: Influenza Immunisation During COVID-19 to End of June
The Influenza immunisation during COVID-19 QI page has been updated with data shared with us to 30 June 2020. The hard work through April and May is clearly evident, with the July figures yet to come. We will provide a final analysis in the July update, but we can say now that this was a
COVID-19 Health Professionals National Disability Advisory Service Launch
The Department of Health has established a COVID-19 advisory service to assist health workers caring for people with disabilities. Some people with disability may need support to ensure they receive COVID-19 testing or treatment with minimum distress. Calls to the advisory service will be answered by health professionals with disability service qualifications and experience working
COVID-19 Resources for Patients
NSW Health has developed a range of COVID-19 fact sheets and brochures for patients. The resources include consumer-friendly advice on: What to do if you have just been tested for COVID-19 How to self-isolate Coping with COVID-19 if you are elderly We know that people in the community appreciate sound guidance on COVID-19, so please
