Have you completed the APNA Workforce Survey?

The Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association wants to hear from as many nurses as possible who work outside a hospital and in the community for their Annual Workforce Survey. It’s the best way to make sure politicians and policymakers hear about the unique challenges you face in primary health care and your aspirations for

High pertussis numbers on the North Coast

Pertussis numbers remain high across the North Coast region, particularly in Northern NSW. Practitioners on the North Coast are being advised to suspect pertussis when a patient of any age presents with a coughing illness with the following characteristics, regardless of age or immunisation status, especially when there is an increase in local pertussis activity:

Welcoming essential workers and their families to the North Coast

The Welcome Experience is a free service aimed at encouraging essential workers and their families to relocate to the North Coast. Essential workers include employees in health, aged care, education, early education, disability support, child protection & out-of-home care, corrections and justice, emergency services, NSW Police, NSW Fire & Rescue, NSW Ambulance, NSW Health, Department

New ADHD co-management model providing care closer to home for children in Northern NSW 

Northern NSW children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) will soon be able to visit their general practitioner for ADHD medication scripts instead of visiting a specialist paediatrician.  This change brings ongoing ADHD care closer to home for children and their families and increases the availability of paediatric appointments for diagnostic and assessment services.  Healthy

APNA is launching a First Nations Nursing Advisory Group and they’re looking for members

The Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) is establishing a First Nations Nursing Advisory Group, and they are looking for First Nations nurses, their employers and stakeholders to join them. They are currently seeking up to eight representatives from various First Nations nursing communities across different regions and settings. These representatives, along with key

Your voice matters. Make sure it’s heard by completing the APNA Workforce Survey today

The APNA Nursing and Midwifery Workforce Survey is the only national survey focusing exclusively on nurses and midwives working outside of Australia’s hospitals and in the community, making it a powerful tool for change. The data from our 2023 survey has supported changes to legislation, contributed to consultations and submissions, and helped secure funding for

Allied health business skills workshop a 10/10 hit

Thank you to everyone who joined Healthy North Coast’s Business Skills Workshop for allied health professionals in Port Macquarie in September! We had an incredible day partnering with the North Coast Allied Health Association and Momentum Business Improvement to deliver a dynamic, hands-on workshop tailored specifically to allied health professionals. From creating five year vision

Join us in Tweed Heads for the ‘Primary Health Care Reform Engagement Forum’

National reform – local perspectives Join us on Tuesday 15 October from 6:00pm for a dynamic panel discussion on national health reform and how it impacts our local health care community. Download the event flyer. Why your input matters Engaging local health professionals is essential for shaping reforms that address real challenges faced by the

Students get a taste of the North Coast life

20 medical, nursing and allied health students from around NSW and ACT recently set off on a four-day Go Rural tour of the North Coast – a road trip designed to encourage future doctors, nurses and allied health professionals to consider the benefits and rewards of a regional health career. The tour was the final

Study invitation: Overcoming institutional barriers to care

Are you a healthcare worker in Australia? The University of Queensland is inviting you to participate in a 10-minute survey aimed at identifying the institutional barriers that impact patient care and healthcare workers’ wellbeing. Your valuable insights will help shape strategies to improve healthcare delivery and support the well-being of healthcare workers. Participation is confidential

Successful education event in Coffs Harbour: Empowering the health workforce

On Saturday 31 August, Healthy North Coast and the Mid North Coast Division of General Practice collaborated to host an engaging and informative education event in Coffs Harbour, aimed at upskilling health professionals. With an excellent turnout, participants benefited from the expertise of Kim Poyner from Medicoach, whose valuable insights made the day a resounding

In-reach education model completes successful six-month pilot

Pictured: Dr Kate Gupta   When access to medical specialists is limited, empowering local general practice is essential to meeting the needs of the community. To this end, Healthy North Coast has just completed a six-month pilot of a specialist in-reach education program with great success. Dr Kate Gupta, an endocrinologist, and Michelle Bushell, a