New Haematologist in Port Macquarie
There is a new haematologist at Mid North Coast Haematology in Port Macquarie. Dr Riton Das has left the practice to work full-time in Sydney. Dr Jock Simpson has joined the practice and moved with his family to Port Macquarie. ‘Jock is happily settling into Port Macquarie, and is excited to be part of the
Thank You for Completing the 2018 Needs Assessment Survey
Over 3,000 locals completed NCPHN’s 2018 Health Needs Assessment Survey. Thank you! The 2018 Community Speak Up Survey is now closed. Prize winners have been notified. We are now analysing the information you provided us in the survey to find out more about how our local communities are currently using health services. The findings from
New Changes to Australian Immunisation Register
There have been some exciting new changes to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR). New features include the addition of HPV vaccines and the ability for providers to correct data errors, print history statements and produce single file overdue reports. These are a few of the new features in AIR planned between now and September 2018.
New Childhood Immunisation Schedule
Changes to the Childhood Immunisation schedule will take effect from 1 July 2018, including a new meningococcal vaccine. The following changes to the schedule will be in place from 1 July 2018: Pneumococcal (Prevenar 13): The third dose of pneumococcal vaccine will now be given at 12 months (moved from six month schedule point). Children
My Patient Needs Assistance with Accessing My Aged Care Services
Do your patients need assistance accessing My Aged Care services? The most efficient method for GPs to refer patients is via the My Aged Care GP Fax Referral Form. You can also complete an online referral form or direct the patient to call the My Aged Care contact centre on 1800 200 422, or you
Do You Need Support to Be Ready for the My Health Record Opt-Out Period?
The My Health Record three-month opt-out period commences on 16 July 2018. Do you feel comfortable responding to patient questions? Do you have policies in place to ensure privacy and security? North Coast Primary Health Network (NCPHN) is hosting a region-wide event for all health practitioners and practice staff on 10 July 2018. Come along
HealthPathways Update June 2018
New HealthPathways have recently been published on the Mid and North Coast HealthPathways website. New Pathways Drug and Alcohol Detoxification Eating Disorders in Adults Eating Disorders Advice Eating Disorders Assessment for Adults Eating Disorders Assessment for Children and Adolescents Eating Disorders in Children and Adolescents Eating Disorder Counselling and Support Post-Discharge Services for Older Adults
Changes to the Working With Children Check
There have been some changes to the laws around the Working With Children Check. This affects anyone who works or volunteers with kids. Organisations employing them are also affected. A full list of the changes is available on the NSW Office of the Children’s Guardian website. The main changes are: Everyone who holds a Check
Dietitian At Headspace Lismore Every Wednesday
Did you know there is an on-site dietitian at headspace Lismore? Dietitian Gabriela Negrao is available to see young people aged 12 to 25 years on Wednesdays. To organise for a young person to see Gabriela, a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) referral is required. To book an appointment with Gabriela, fax the CDM to 6625
Free Seminar – Setting up a Private Practice
Learn about the practical steps of setting up your own practice from health industry experts – everything from securing premises, legal requirements, council approval, design and fitout, finance options, IT and phone solutions, MBS/ PBS/ DVA registrations, recruitment and so much more. You will be provided with a business plan template to complete throughout the
Update on the National Indigenous Bowel Screening Pilot
Applications are now open for primary health care (PHC) services to apply to take part in the National Indigenous Bowel Screening Pilot. The National Pilot aims to increase the participation of Indigenous Australians in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program (NBCSP). Indigenous participation in the NBCSP is estimated at less than half that of other
Diabetes eLearning for Nurses – 12 CPD hours
As a nurse, you play a pivotal role in supporting people living with diabetes. Diabetes in Practice for Nurses is a person-centred, evidence-based eLearning program that incorporates contemporary health literacy principles. The course enables you to better explain diabetes and how to manage it. It will help you to answer questions asked in a consultation and
