Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Did you know the North Coast of NSW has the fifth highest rate of prostate cancer in Australia? Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australian men, with almost 20,000 diagnoses and close to 3,500 deaths each year. The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia has developed a range of evidence-based resources to assist
Your Health Link National Photographic Competition
Do you enjoy taking photos? Photographers of all abilities are encouraged to enter the Your Health Link National Photographic Competition, which offers more than $45,000 in prizes. The Your Health Link National Photographic Competition and Exhibition is run by the Mid North Coast Local Health District (MNCLHD). The competition provides a platform for community members
You Can Help Us Improve How We Present and Share Local Health Information
Did you know that people immediately forget 40-80% of health information they receive? Having written health information helps us remember. But sometimes, health information can be hard to understand. We need feedback from people who use our health services and their carers. We want to know how well we communicate written health information. You can
Caring for Carers of People with Dementia
Are you the main carer for someone with dementia? Is it hard to attend to things because of your caring duties? Does isolation or distance make it difficult to meet people? Would you like to join a free program from home and meet others in a similar circumstance? Central Queensland University is inviting carers to
Are You at Risk of Breast Cancer?
If you’ve got breasts, the answer is yes! What are you waiting for? After 50, your risk increases. So if you’re 50-74 have a mammogram every two years. Speak to your GP or call 13 20 50 today.
CareSearch’s 10th Anniversary Emphasises the Importance of Evidence-Informed Palliative Care
CareSearch is celebrating its 10th anniversary in August 2018 to highlight the importance of evidence-informed palliative care. CareSearch is an online resource designed to help those needing relevant and trustworthy information and resources about palliative care. As the demand for palliative care in Australia increases, so too does the need to ensure that patients, their carers
Can You Offer Safe Temporary Accommodation to a Young Person?
Image: Social Futures Connecting You supports young people aged 12 to 15 at risk of homelessness. This includes providing accommodation in a safe home environment while supporting them to develop positive strategies and direction. Placements are for a maximum of 28 days at a time. Connecting You has opportunities for family carers who: Live in
Activities Weekend for People with Disabilities
For the past twenty years, Ability Advocacy has held an annual “get together” on the North Coast for people with disability. It’s a fun, interactive and informative weekend that teaches self-advocacy and allows for networking with others with disability. The event aims to empower consumers to build personal capacity, be included in the community, achieve personal goals
Help Shape the National Action Plan for Lung Conditions
Lung Foundation Australia is developing the first National Strategic Action Plan for Lung Conditions through funding from the Australian Government Department of Health. This action plan will influence decision making and resource allocation for the next five years to improve the lives of all Australians through better lung health. The plan will evolve after widespread
It’s About Time to Access Digital Health with a My Health Record
‘It’s About Time’ is the theme of National Diabetes Week (8-14 July 2018). This theme also relates to My Health Record. Every Australian will have access to a My Health Record by the end of the year, unless they choose not to have one. Many Australians who have diabetes need to see various healthcare professionals
What Are the 4 Ts?
National Diabetes Week runs from 8 July to 14 July 2018. Diabetes Australia’s It’s About Time campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and early treatment for all types of diabetes. Too many Australians are being diagnosed with diabetes too late. This is true for both type 1 and type 2
Don’t Miss the BreastScreen Bus
Did you know that the BreastScreen bus offers FREE breast screening to women aged over 40? It’s a potentially life-saving service. The bus will be visiting the following locations in coming weeks. Iluka: 2 – 9 July 2018 Maclean: 16 July – 9 August 2018 Women aged 50 – 74 years are actively encouraged to
