Mid North Coast Local Health District’s Oral Health Services
Did you know that free dental care is available at NSW Health public dental clinics for children aged under 18? Many children under 18 are also eligible for the Child Dental Benefits Scheme (CDBS), which can be used at public or private dentists. Public dental services are also free for adults who hold a current
Immunisation Update April 2019
Seasonal influenza information Due to the early release of some influenza vaccines and unseasonably high flu activity, NSW Health has begun distributing Fluad (≥65 year olds) vaccine to nursing homes and general practices. Initial GP orders will comprise Fluad (≥65 year olds), Afluria (≥5 to 64 year olds) and FluQuadri (3 years to < 5
Opportunity for GPs to Participate in Domestic Violence Screening Project
General practitioners (GPs) who work full time are engaging with approximately five women per week who, within the last year, have been violated (physically, emotionally or sexually) by their intimate partner. Many patients will not display any obvious physical indicators of the abuse, but the harm can be severe and long lasting. Domestic violence and
Changes to Haematology Service in Coffs Harbour
The haematology service at the Mid North Coast Cancer Institute (MNCCI) has expanded significantly over the past 15 years, providing an important and valuable service to the community. Recruitment for a third haematologist is currently underway, which will further improve service delivery for patients. While the number of haematologists available at MNCCI has increased, the
Better Connections Survey
On 5 April 2019, the Australian Digital Health Agency opened an online consultation for all Australians to have their say on a more modern, digitally connected health system. The consultation is part of a nationwide series of discussions used to co-design the National Health Interoperability Roadmap, which will agree on the standards and priorities required
Survey on Dietetic Services for Type 2 Diabetes
Are you a physician seeing people with type 2 diabetes? Do you want to help improve dietetic services for people with type 2 diabetes? The majority of people with type 2 diabetes never receive diet consultation. We are running telephone interviews (about 20 minutes) to find out what is happening with dietetic services for people
Survey on Reproductive Coercion
Are you seeing women who have been forced to get pregnant or continue their pregnancy by their partner? Reproductive coercion is an under-recognised form of abuse experienced by Australian women and your help is needed to improve care. The University of Melbourne is undertaking a project exploring GPs’ experiences responding to reproductive coercion. Reproductive coercion
Lymphoedema: A Guide for Clinical Services
Lymphoedema is a chronic swelling of a limb or body region. Poor management of lymphoedema can have detrimental effects on a person’s physical and psychosocial health. Pain and discomfort are frequent symptoms. People with lymphoedema have increased susceptibility to acute cellulitis, requiring hospitalisation and antibiotic therapy. The Agency for Clinical Innovation has developed Lymphoedema: A
Help Shape a New Regional Vision for Health Outcomes in Mental Health and AoD
Launch of North Coast Collective Events in Coffs Harbour and Ballina Health professionals and community members are warmly invited to attend the launch of the North Coast Collective at events to be held in Coffs Harbour and Ballina. These informative sessions will be hosted by ABC health journalist Dr Norman Swan. North Coast Primary Health
Mental Health Milestone: Launch of Lismore’s Suicide Prevention Action Plan
On Tuesday 26 March more than 30 community members and organisations involved with the development of Lismore’s Suicide Prevention Action Plan came together for its official launch at the Lismore Regional Gallery. North Coast Primary Health Network (NCPHN) provided Australian Government funding of $380,000 to employ a Coordinator for the project and to implement the
Updated 2019 Influenza Resources
The National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance has updated two fact sheets regarding influenza. The fact sheets contain information on: Vaccines available for 2019 Registration ages Funding for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people Effectiveness of ‘enhanced’ influenza vaccines Advice on the use of vaccine out of season for travel Use of influenza vaccines
Changes to Practice Incentive Payments
The Practice Incentives Program (PIP) supports general practice activities that encourage continuing improvements, quality care, enhancing capacity and improving access and health outcomes for patients. The number and type of incentives available within PIP will change from 1 August 2019. Five of the existing incentives will cease and a new incentive, the PIP Quality Improvement
