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…
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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…
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…
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…
Free breast screening at mobile BreastScreen NSW clinic in North Ryde until 9th Oct 2020
BreastScreen NSW recommends that women aged 50 – 74 have a mammogram every two years. There is currently a free mobile screening van stationed at…
BreastScreen NSW GP Data Requests to include more useful information in data
BreastScreen NSW GP data request forms will now include screening outcomes to enable appropriate reminders schedules to be entered into practice clinical information systems. Diagnosis…
Clinical alert – counterfeit alprazolam
There is a new NSW Health Public Drug Alert for Counterfeit Alprazolam. It is available online here: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/aod/public-drug-alerts/Pages/counterfeit-alprazolam-july.aspx You may wish to print out the…