September 28 2021
GPs remain backbone of the vaccination rollout
Latest vaccination figures from the Primary Health Network show that over 70% of COVID-19 vaccinations in our region are occurring in general practice.
Latest vaccination figures from the Primary Health Network show that over 70% of COVID-19 vaccinations in our region are occurring in general practice.
All Aboriginal people 12years and older are eligible and a priority population for COVID-19 vaccination, yet the current vaccination rate among Aboriginal people in NSW is significantly lower than non-Aboriginal people. Outbreaks affecting Aboriginal communities in different parts of NSW have increased the urgency for vaccination.
The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program collection now contains of a range of resources specifically tailored for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Primary Health Network is funding eight grants of up to $40,000 each to support General Practice on the Central Coast to attract and recruit additional GPs.
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May 2021 May 2021
Commonwealth Government changes to the Health Insurance Act 1973, mean access to Medicare rebates is linked to specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia. From 16 June 2021, Services Australia will use Ahpra’s Register of Medical Practitioners to determine GP access to Medicare rebates.
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April 2021 Apr 2021
With Heart week starting on Monday May 3 the PHN’s rural Clinical Council is urging all health professionals and community members to start a conversation about heart health and discuss the steps we all need to take to reduce our risk of developing heart disease.
Vaccination against influenza (flu) remains important this year. Free flu vaccines under the National Immunisation Program will become available in April 2021. Vaccinating in autumn provides protection before the peak influenza season.
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March 2021 Mar 2021
We are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of the Hunter, New England and Central Coast communities as reflected in our existing and future partnerships across a range of health issues.
The PHN is offering General Practice the opportunity to receive a one-off grant to support activities or events that promote wellness, social connectedness and resilience amongst the general practice workforce.
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March 2021 Mar 2021
CEO for the Primary Health Network Richard Nankervis has reported that the COVID 19 Vaccine rollout through local GP practices will commence across the region from Monday March 22.