The PHN recognises the pivotal role of primary care providers, as they are the backbone of Australia's healthcare infrastructure and are inherently involved in their community’s disaster response and recovery processes.
Information for communities affected by the Abermain, Kurri Kurri and Weston fires on 14.12.2023.
Reconstruction Authority NSW is organising Recovery Assistance Points (RAPs) for community members affected by last week’s bushfire.
NSW has expanded its Japanese Encephalitis (JEV) vaccination coverage to now include 14 additional Local Government Areas (LGAs), offering free vaccines to individuals at the highest risk.
Forecasters are warning the upcoming summer season will be both hotter and dryer than in recent years. With that in mind, the PHN is urging Hunter, New England and Central Coast residents to be prepared, stay informed and know their options.
PHN is funding 100 one-year-licenses for the RACGP accredited ERPT tool
While the business risk for primary care providers may be much lower, their businesses may still be exposed to drought mitigation efforts, and they may be affected by secondary disaster impacts of drought such as increased need for mental health support and suicide prevention for affected patients.