There are a number of groups in our community for whom the flu vaccination is provided free by the Commonwealth and State Government. All people…
Community Health News
Diabetes and Bowel Prep
Northern Sydney Local Health District has developed two resources for patients with diabetes who require surgery or bowel prep. Both of these are available on…
School-based human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination for children aged 12 to 13 years
New resources are available for parents, students and health care providers to support uptake of the HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccine in school-based immunisation programs during the…
Northern Sydney Frailty Initiative – Hospital Frailty Screening now LIVE
Hornsby Hospital has now commenced a new Frailty screening and management trial for patients aged 75 and over. Two wards at Hornsby Hospital managing aged…
New Year, New Life Checks to Prepare for Longer, Better Lives
Millions of Australians are being asked to take a free online LIFE CHECK on a new website launched for the new year. Ten million Australians…
Summertime is fun time and also skin protection time
During National Skin Cancer Action Week and throughout summer, whenever the UV index is three or above, use the five forms of sun protection.
SNPHN held their AGM & Taking Care of BASICs: Optimal Wellness for GPs & Health Professionals on the 15 November
The event saw GPs and Health Professionals come together for an evening of networking and keynote presentations discussing the importance of optimal wellness for GPs and Health Professionals.
My Health Record Legislation Amendments Pass Senate
The Minister for Health recently announced an extension to the My Health Record opt out period until January 31st 2019.
Hello Sunday Morning and Daybreak
Hello Sunday Morning is a not-for-profit healthcare organisation helping people to change their relationship with alcohol. This can be achieved by following our social media channels or our alcohol support app Daybreak.
National Cervical Cancer Awareness Week 12-18 – Are YOU Up to Date?
Australia is looking to eliminate cervical cancer in the near future thanks to the National HPV vaccination program and recent changes to the National Cervical Screening Program