Interactive Map for COVID-19 Assessment and Testing
Mid North Coast and Northern NSW communities can now access free COVID-19 assessment and testing across the region. North Coast PHN has developed an interactive map outlining service options. People with mild to moderate respiratory symptoms are encouraged to attend a free respiratory clinic in their local area or visit their GP via telehealth to
GP Respiratory Clinics Now Open
Four GP respiratory clinics are now open on the North Coast at Murwillumbah, Ballina, Yamba and Nambucca Heads.
Media Release: Telehealth Uptake High on North Coast
Health services across the NSW Mid and North Coast have been strong adopters of telehealth phone and video appointments. According to statistics from North Coast PHN (NCPHN), 85 per cent of 101 GP clinics surveyed said they are now offering either phone or video appointments. The majority of these telehealth adopters (87 per cent) were
Free Alcohol and Other Drugs Treatment Online
In response to COVID-19, The Buttery has adapted its popular Community Rehab Program (CORE) to become an online program undertaken from home. CORE is an evidence-based model of intensive rehabilitation that has revolutionised the practice of addiction treatment. Many people who would benefit from a long-term stay at The Buttery or other rehab facilities are
COVID-19 Referrals HealthPathway
The COVID-19 Referrals HealthPathway is frequently reviewed and updated with new services as they become available. A recent addition to this page is the Residential Aged Care Facility (RACF) In-Reach Service commenced by the Northern NSW Local Health District. The new service provides advice and clinical support with COVID-19 testing, symptom management and end of
Strong Partnerships Helping to Support Older Australians
North Coast PHN is working closely with the Northern NSW and Mid North Coast Local Health Districts, public health units and the aged care sector to keep older people safe in their own homes, no matter where they live. Routine meetings and updates are occurring across the sectors. Sharing of information, resources and support is
Update on General Practice Respiratory Clinics
General Practice Respiratory Clinics are being established at six North Coast NSW sites: Murwillumbah, Ballina and Yamba in Northern NSW Nambucca, Kempsey and Wauchope in Mid North Coast The clinics will assess, test and diagnose people with mild to moderate respiratory symptoms that could be consistent with COVID-19 infection. Yamba Respiratory Clinic will open on
COVID-19 Impacting Community Mental Health
COVID-19 distancing measures will have a big impact on community mental health, according to Dr Richard Tranter. Dr Tranter is a psychiatrist and the District Medical Director for Mental Health Services at the Mid North Coast Local Health District. He sat down with us to answer some COVID-19 questions in our latest practitioner video. “We
Updates to the PIP and WIP
Arrangements for the Practice Incentives Program (PIP) and Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) were updated on 24 April. These measures are designed to make it easier for practices to continue to manage the impact of COVID-19. Download the updated COVID-19 Business Continuity Arrangements. (PDF)
Survey: Impacts of COVID-19 on Health Professionals
Researchers at Southern Cross University are interested in understanding the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic for people working in health care. If you are a health care professional working directly with patients in any health or allied health discipline, you are invited to participate in an anonymous online survey. If you have any questions or
Electronic Prescribing – Update for Prescribers
Recent legislation changes for electronic prescriptions have been fast-tracked as part of a national response to COVID-19. North Coast PHN is currently preparing to assist regional pharmacies and general practices with the expected introduction of a new ‘token model’ that will start to roll out progressively from late May. The Australian Digital Health Agency is hosting
Online Course: Communicating COVID-19
The University of Melbourne’s Mobile Learning Unit has launched a free ‘Communicating COVID-19’ online course. The course aims to: Provide expert-informed answers to questions Australian clinicians face surrounding COVID-19. Deliver digestible, focused knowledge on COVID-19 drawing on epidemiology, clinical science, ethics and legal expertise. The learning outcomes are: Appreciate the multifaceted nature of the COVID-19
