New HealthPathways immunisation updates
The HealthPathways team has recently reviewed and updated 5 key immunisation pathways.
HealthPathways update: May 2022
The COVID-19 HealthPathways continue to be regularly updated as new information becomes available. New HealthPathways: Community Support for Children, Youth, and Carers Frailty in Older Adults Inflammatory Bowel Disease Medications for Inflammatory Bowel Disease B12 Deficiency Termination of Pregnancy (TOP) Follow-up Our GP Clinical Editors have reviewed the following pathways: Falls Risk Assessment
DVT and associated pathways contain updated information
Every year, thousands of Australians develop thrombosis, including deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). Among the causes of DVT are: being in bed for long periods, such as when in hospital being inactive and sitting in a cramped position, such as during a long flight having recent major surgery having an injury, such
New HealthPathway will help women with complications following pregnancy termination
A new HealthPathway – Termination of Pregnancy (TOP) Follow-up – has been established for women who may be experiencing complications after terminating a pregnancy. HealthPathways Clinical Editor Dr Kate Allan said the pathway was developed in response to a need in the community. Local general practitioners and gynaecologists contributed to developing the pathway in during
HealthPathways Disaster Management guidelines updated
As flood recovery continues, Healthy North Coast is reminding health professionals that detailed disaster management information and advice is available on Mid and North Coast HealthPathways. HealthPathways Clinical Editor Dr Sarah Mollard said lessons learned from the 2019-20 bushfires and 2021 floods helped inform recent updates to the pathway Disaster Management – General Practice Response.
HealthPathways update – February 2022
The COVID-19 HealthPathways continue to be regularly updated as new information becomes available. To view a full list of updates, please visit COVID-19 Recent Changes. COVID-19 Case Detection COVID-19 Active Case Management COVID-19 Self-care Patient Triage Support COVID-19 Case Management Tools and Resources COVID-19 Referrals New HealthPathways COVID-19 Isolation Support Termination of Pregnancy (TOP) Follow-up Amenorrhoea
Updated COVID-19 return to work guidelines
The HealthPathway for COVID-19 Infection Control and Staff Exposure has been updated to include information about return to work if a staff member tests positive. The pathway’s name has also been updated, it is now called COVID-19 Infection Control and Staff Exposure or Infection. Changes A section has been added to guide returning staff who have
GP management of COVID-19 – new HealthPathways to support patient care
Emily is a 24-year-old student with no pre-existing medical conditions, who you saw last week for an initial antenatal visit. She now presents for a telehealth appointment for the results of initial investigations. During the consultation, Emily reveals that she has just received a positive result from a COVID-19 test after finding out she was
HealthPathways team says ‘thanks’
This has been a difficult year for many people – learning to live with COVID-19 while facing uncertainty and a seemingly constantly changing landscape. The HealthPathways team thanks our health workforce for your efforts and dedication and wishes you a happy holiday season. We hope you have an opportunity to recharge your batteries and return
Update to COVID-19 HealthPathways
The COVID-19 Practice Management HealthPathway has been decommissioned and replaced with a new pathway: COVID-19 PPE, Infection Control and Exposure Response. This change occurred to provide up-to-date information in relation to PPE, infection control and exposure response. To view all other COVID-19 HealthPathways and recent changes, click here. For a list of all localised pathways
HealthPathways puts focus on aged care
The NSW North Coast has a rapidly ageing population with health issues that primary practitioners may sometimes find challenging. The HealthPathways team has been revising aged care pathways and creating new ones to provide information and help healthcare professionals navigate the system when looking after older members of the community. ‘We’re in the process of
HealthPathways update – November 2021
The COVID-19 Vaccination HealthPathways continue to be regularly updated as new information becomes available. To view a full list of updates, please visit COVID-19 Recent Changes. COVID-19 Vaccination Information COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure COVID-19 Referrals New HealthPathways Unexpected Deterioration in an Older Person Our GP Clinical Editors have reviewed and updated the following pathways: Genital Ulcers
