HealthPathways updated advice for 2022 ’flu jab
The HealthPathways team has recently updated the Influenza Immunisation HealthPathway with the latest information for 2022. The pathway stresses the importance of immunisation against influenza and includes links to key advice and information. ‘There’s a concern that with the reopening of international borders, we will see a surge of influenza as the winter flu from
New information to help support COVID-19 boosters
EVA will help you make your booster appointment The Easy Vaccine Access (EVA) service offers a simple new way for people who haven’t yet had their COVID-19 booster shot to book a vaccination. Text ‘Hey EVA’ to 0481 611 382. EVA will then ask you for your: name preferred language preferred date and time to
COVID-19 vaccine decision aid for parents with children 5-15 years
A new COVID-19 vaccine decision aid for children (5–15 years) has been developed to help parents and carers make a decision about getting a COVID-19 vaccine for their child. Through five simple steps, the COVID-19 vaccine decision aid for children (5–15) offers information about the SARS-CoV-2 virus and the available vaccines to help parents weigh
We Are Open: Extended opening hours by general practice, AMS and pharmacy
The Healthy North Coast We Are Open program supports general practice, AMSs and pharmacies to extend their opening hours at short notice so that local communities can access primary health care during and after an emergency. Due to the recent flooding in our region, the We Are Open program offer has now been extended to Tuesday 19
New Model of Care for Lismore Base Hospital Pain Clinic
The Pain Clinic at Lismore Base Hospital and made changes to their model of care based on outcomes from other pain services. After the Pain Management Clinic receives a referral from their doctor, one of our specialist doctors will call patients for a brief consultation and to explain what treatments the clinic can offer. Should they
It’s Worth the Shot – brief intervention training
A new training package is available to help support vaccination providers with shared decision-making for COVID-19 vaccination. The ‘Its Worth the Shot’ package provides new resources to guide meaningful conversations and improve confidence with patients who need more information about vaccination. The package was developed by the Consumers Health Forum of Australia in collaboration with
Launch of ForWhen – National Mental Health Helpline for Expectant and New Parents
Pregnancy and parenthood is a time of big change for new parents. What’s often not spoken about are the challenges that can come with it. Mental health struggles can come in the wake of a pregnancy or when raising an infant and are far more common than many people realise. You’re not alone in how
Practice Owners National Conference 14-15 May 2022
From the 14–15 May 2022, the Practice Owners National Conference is coming to Hobart. With an exciting program locked in, you’ll discover how to run a sustainable and viable practice and learn how to navigate challenges facing practice owners today. Check out these stand-out sessions on offer at the conference: Leadership in action with Major
A new Aftercare Service for Attempted Suicide arrives in Kempsey and Bellingen
A new program in Kempsey and Bellingen is responding to the needs of people at risk of suicide. The not-for-profit organisation, Social Futures, is delivering Care Connect to support people who have recently attempted suicide, self-harmed or had suicidal ideas. Care Connect’s program manager Jason Timperley said Care Connect links people to supports to help
Keep your asthma patients on track between visits
Health professionals can refer asthma patients over three years old to Asthma Australia to keep them on track between appointments. Referrals can be made online or directly within Best Practice, Medical Director or ZedMed. Asthma Australia can help asthma patients by providing tailored, evidence-based asthma education to suit their needs. What happens when you refer?
New self-care resources for aged care workers
‘We work in an industry where we’re here to care for others, and often forget to take care of ourselves’ Registered Nurse, Residential Aged Care ELDAC aged care has a new which offers a diverse range of self-care resources that are tailored to help aged care and health-care workers. Do you know someone who can
2022-23 Federal Budget highlights for primary care on North Coast
The 2022-23 Budget provides a range of measures to support primary health care, with a focus on implementing activities to deliver on Australia’s Primary Health Care 10 Year Plan. An additional investment of $632.8 million in this Budget brings the total investment in the Primary Health Care 10 Year Plan to $1.7 billion. There are
