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Health Alert: Increase in Group A Streptococcal Infections
On 15.09.23, NSW Health released a health alert highlighting that Group A Streptococcus (GAS) infections have increased in July and August 2023, particularly in children (1).
On 15.09.23, NSW Health released a health alert highlighting that Group A Streptococcus (GAS) infections have increased in July and August 2023, particularly in children (1).
September 25, 2023; Following a momentous year of change, challenge and opportunity, World Pharmacists Day is a chance to reflect on the pharmacy profession, what has been achieved and what is to come.
DPA position, family friendly and flexible hours available in a boutique, clinician focused practice.
Join this Sydney North Health Network facilitated webinar and a pharmacist digital health educator from the Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA) to learn more about best practice approaches to dispensing electronic prescriptions and ASL. The benefits of electronic prescriptions and ASL for patients and healthcare professionals and the different ways that electronic prescriptions can be accessed in the pharmacy setting and by patients will be discussed.
There will be a Q&A section for attendees to pose questions and have them answered.
MyMedicare is a new voluntary patient registration model that aims to strengthen the relationship between patients, their GPs and primary care teams.
Initially, it will provide the most benefit to people who need access to longer telehealth services from their GP, aged care residents and people with chronic and complex health conditions.
Join CHF CEO Elizabeth Deveny and a senior Department of Health and Aged Care representative who will outline how the program will work. Questions can be submitted before the webinar via the registration form.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to attend a consumer workshop to take place after the webinar to provide feedback on the planned implementation.
This session focuses on First Nations Health, encompassing the holistic well-being of First Nations communities. It delves into the multifaceted barriers that persistently hinder optimal health outcomes for First Nations people, ranging from socioeconomic disparities to historical injustices and cultural differences. The session emphasises the enduring impact of these obstacles, underscoring the urgency of addressing ongoing challenges and promoting health equity.
GPs, GP Registrars, Allied Health Professionals and Nurses are invited to this comprehensive update.
An evaluation of a key health initiative underpinned by the National Agreement on Closing the Gap has found the program is achieving its desired outcome of improving life outcomes experienced by Indigenous Australians.