The Closing the Gap (CTG) PBS Co-payment Program registration grace period has been extended to 31 January 2022 (see communique here), to give more time…
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Sydney North Health Network announces 2021 board director candidates
Sydney North Health Network (SNHN) has officially opened its 2021 board election, announcing its three candidates on Monday 25th October. ‘Our board directors…
Optimal care pathways: cancer
The optimal care pathways are models of cancer care that place the patient at the centre of care decisions to improve patient outcomes. They promote quality cancer…
BreastScreen NSW is working with services at each local health district to resume screening as soon as local conditions allow
As clinics re-open, women who had their appointment cancelled during the suspension will be prioritised for an appointment locally as soon as it is possible. BreastScreen NSW remains…
Direct Access Colonoscopy: fast-tracked service at Ryde Hospital
Patients who return a positive FOBT and are mild symptomatic or asymptomatic may be fast tracked by the Direct Access Colonoscopy Service at Ryde Hospital….
National Cancer Screening Register access: new online channels to support bowel and cervical screening care for your patients
The National Cancer Screening Register (NCSR) is now available to health care professionals by BP(Saffron) and MD(v. 4.0) software integration, which means the provider can access all the services…
GPs, please be aware of the changed guideline for women who receive an intermediate risk of cervical cancer result
The guideline was changed in February 2021. Women with a 12-month follow up HPV (not-16/18) result with LBC prediction negative, pLSIL or LSIL (Intermediate risk…
Lyn Gardner Scholarship: Graduate Certificate in Drug and Alcohol Nursing
In recognition of the commitment and lifetime service of Lyn Gardner, The Centre for Alcohol and Other Drugs is awarding scholarships for fifteen registered nurses…
Funded zoster vaccination catch-up ends soon
People up to 79 years of age can receive a funded Zostavax® as part of a catch-up program until 31 October 2021. After this date,…
Evaluation of the reach and uptake of the National Guideline for the Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders in Australia
The Department of Social Services has engaged Australian Healthcare Associates (AHA) to evaluate the reach and uptake of the Autism Guideline. The National Guideline for…
New NSW Pregnancy Choices helpline and website (replacing NSW Pregnancy Options Helpline)
NSW Health has engaged Family Planning NSW to provide the new NSW Pregnancy Choices Helpline and dedicated website. This helpline has replaced the NSW Pregnancy Options…
Telehealth Support Will Now Continue Until December 31, 2021
Accessing telehealth support from a GP, allied health provider or specialist services will now continue until December 31, 2021. Health Minister Greg Hunt announced that…
Flood related health risks Information for Clinicians
Some areas of NSW are experiencing severe flooding, which increases the risk of leptospirosis and certain other diseases. The risk may be enhanced in areas…
Important changes to the National Cervical Screening Program Clinical Guidelines from 1st February 2021
There are new guidelines for the clinical management of women at intermediate risk following a cervical screening test. Information about the changes are on the…
Cancer screening activity during COVID-19 in 2020 in Australia – AIHW report and graphs
Whilst general practice has maintained open doors with a COVID-safe environment for its patients throughout 2020 and made telehealth options available, we know that many…
Encouraging use of the UV Index to protect your patients’ skin
Sun damage is very possible on windy, cloudy or cool days. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is the invisible killer that we can’t see or feel. Exposure…
Use the UV index to protect yourself from sun damage
What is UV radiation? Exposure to Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is the major cause of skin cancer. Australia has some of the highest levels...
How’s your head today? Find help for your mental health and wellbeing
COVID-19 is having a significant impact on our lives and many of us have had to make changes to stop the spread and keep our…
Statewide Eyesight Preschooler Screening Program (StEPS)
What is StEPS? The StEPS program is a free population based vision screening program and is designed to identify childhood vision problems which cannot be...
Sydney North Health Network announces 2020 board director candidates
Sydney North Health Network (SNHN) has officially opened its 2020 board election, announcing its five candidates on Monday 19th October. ‘Our board directors…