Avoid Touching Bats During Summer
North Coast NSW residents are reminded to avoid handling or touching injured or dead flying foxes and microbats, as we come into summer when bats may be more active. Large numbers of bat deaths usually occur following heat waves, or when they are unable to find enough food. Bats can carry a number of viruses,
Lake Cathie’s a Blooming Hub of Good Health
The Lake Cathie Community Garden was officially launched on 13 November, with Birpai elder Uncle Bill O’Brien, Port Macquarie MP Leslie Williams and Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Mayor Peta Pinson cutting a ribbon to mark the opening. The garden is nestled in a tranquil setting next to the Lake Cathie Community Hub on Mullaway Road, Lake
Clarence Valley Families Benefit From New Child and Family Wellbeing Hub
Mr Chris Gulaptis MP, Member for Clarence, and Mr Kevin Hogan MP, Member for Page, officially opened a new Child and Family Wellbeing Hub in Grafton on Thursday 4 November. The Hub is being delivered as part of the First 2000 Days Project in Northern NSW. First 2000 Days is a collaboration between Northern NSW
BreastScreen Mobile Van in Byron Bay
The BreastScreen NSW mobile unit will be returning to Byron Bay from 11–30 November 2020. 1 in 7 women living in NSW will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. A screening mammogram offers the best chance of early detection. The screening program is especially recommended for women aged 50 to 74. Book your free mammogram
Don’t Forget Your Cancer Screening, Ladies
Women are being reminded not to forget their regular breast cancer and cervical cancer screening tests during the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. If you are due for a regular check-up, you should go to your GP for a cervical screening test and book your breast mammogram. A recent Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) report
Coffs Café Bringing the Community Together
Coffs Harbour’s Community Care Options has opened a 1950s style café to help people living with disabilities socialise. It’s a welcoming space where anyone can go to catch up and meet new friends. There are colourful bench seats, a chequerboard floor and even a jukebox contributing to the atmosphere. Under the National Disability Insurance Scheme,
Putting the Focus on New Dads
A free program is being rolled out in Northern NSW to help new and expectant fathers through the challenges of parenthood. The program sends text messages to dads, offering valuable health advice and links into pathways to ensure support options are available. Ellie Saberi, Women and Children Health Program Coordinator for Northern NSW Local Health
BreastScreen Bus in Evans Head
The North Coast BreastScreen bus will be back in Evans Head from 9 – 24 September 2020. This is a great opportunity to book a free screening mammogram. Screening mammograms are the most effective way to find breast cancer early. Early detection means more treatment options and a better chance of survival. All women over
Shortage of Hormone Replacement Therapy Patches
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is advising of a shortage of Estradot (estradiol) hormone replacement therapy transdermal patches due to manufacturing issues. To assist patients to access medicines during this shortage, the TGA has published Serious Shortage Substitution Notices (SSSNs) for Estradot 25 and Estradot 100 patches. These SSSNs allow pharmacists to dispense a substitute
Become a StrokeSafe Speaker and Help Save a Life
It’s National Stroke Week from 31 August to 6 September. This year the Stroke Foundation is celebrating everyday Australians who know and can recognise the signs of someone having a stroke. These signs can be summed up by the acronym F.A.S.T. (Face. Arms. Speech. Time.). As part of its campaign, the Stroke Foundation is seeking
Free Online Course in Preventing Dementia
Dementia is now a leading cause of death worldwide, with risk reduction more important than ever. It is never too early or too late to do something good for your brain and reduce your risk. The University of Tasmania’s online Preventing Dementia course offers university-quality education on the latest research in dementia risk and protective
August is Tradies National Health Month
Tradies National Health Month aims to raise awareness of the health and injury risks affecting those who work in trade occupations. Promoted by the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA), the month also encourages good health for tradies’ families, employers and the wider community. According to Safe Work Australia, nearly three in five serious workplace injuries involve
