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March 2020 Mar 2020
New research has revealed that air pollution from the devastating bushfires this summer was responsible for more than 400 deaths and several thousand extra hospitalisations for heart and lung problems.
Despite warnings from public health experts to stay inside as much as possible and be alert to exacerbations of chronic diseases, it appears that thousands of people were unable to protect themselves.
...the poorer air quality from the bushfires led to an additional 417 deaths, 1124 hospitalisations for cardiovascular issues, 2027 for respiratory problems and 1305 presentations to emergency departments for asthma in the eastern states.
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March 2021 Mar 2021
From March 2021, 16 new MBS items will be available to enable GPs and suitably qualified health professionals to assess patient’s for their suitability to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
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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 Smiling Mind organisation has developed an app-based mindfulness program designed to provide busy healthcare workers with easily accessible information, resources and practical activities designed to support good mental health and wellbeing.