Country SA PHN would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands across Australia and pay respects to the Elders past, present and future. We recognise and respect the unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters, and seas, which continue to be important to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living today.
Mark Hartigan
As we draw towards the end of 2024, I turn my thoughts toward all that we are achieving at the macro level but just as importantly to all that we are achieving at the micro level daily. Much of the great work Country SA PHN and other organisations, communities and individuals are doing in primary health in our country South Australian communities is tangible and measurable. We can track the positive changes in the data. However, much of it is not quantifiable. It is the work of many in our country communities that is done with great kindness, strength, caring and compassion every day.
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On Monday 1 July the new General Practice in Aged Care Incentive commenced, providing incentive payments to practices and general practitioners for delivering regular visits and care planning to older people living in residential aged care.
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Country SA PHN are funding a program to provide fully subsidised access to the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) online emergency response planning tool (ERPT) for GP practices across your PHN region.
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Talunga Clinic in the Adelaide Hills has been identified as a general practice looking after their community after registering for the GoShare Pneumococcal Program that is being offered free to all general practices in country South Australia.
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Monthly remote Practice Manager and Practice Network meetings continue to be well attended, supported by face-to-face visiting by the Primary Care Support team.
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Helen is excited to leverage her skills and experience in corporate governance, change management, service design, project management, and strategy implementation to drive collaborative value-based commissioning at Country SA PHN.
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Staff at Flinders University are designing a training workshop and resources to empower health staff in recognising and responding to suicide and distress in the community.
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To support the care finder workforce, Country SA PHN partnered with MindFitatWork to deliver an online training session offered to all care finders across country South Australia.
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A special day dedicated to honouring and recognising the dedication and hard work of the thousands aged care workers caring for more than 1.5 million older Australians.
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Country SA PHN is pleased to announce that we will be hosting our inaugural Country SA Residential Aged Care Network meeting on Thursday 5 September.
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To protect the health of older Australians, providers must continue to be vigilant by maintaining COVID Safe behaviours.
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Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) is delighted to announce that they are implementing a Dementia Support Pharmacist program to service regional and rural South Australia in the Country SA PHN region.
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Country SA PHN, supported by the Greater Choice for At Home Palliative Care Initiative, has developed free online education modules that focus on opioid prescribing and syringe driver use.
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Country SA PHN invites proposals from suitably qualified and experienced organisations to establish and operate a headspace centre in Gawler.
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We are thrilled to announce the organisations selected as recipients of a Country SA PHN Grant under the Targeted Regional Initiatives for Suicide Prevention.
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Suicide Prevention in September
In September each year two significant Suicide Prevention days take place. Find out how you can play a role! Read more
Mandatory reporting changes to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) from 1 March 2024
Legislative changes introduced on 1 March 2024 require all vaccination providers to complete the 'Vaccine type' field when reporting vaccines administered to the AIR. More information
Help your patients fight the flu
The Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care recently launched its 2024 influenza vaccination campaign to raise awareness of the serious risks of influenza and the benefits of vaccination. More information
Travel vaccination FAQS now available
Prepared for both healthcare providers and the general public, the FAQs give practical guidance for people planning international travel and their immunisation providers. More information
Aged Care Pilot Study
Want to improve your skills in end of life decision-making? Aged care providers can join End of Life Law for Clinicians (ELLC’s) Pilot Study to receive free, accredited training about end of life law and more! More information
A new Mental Health App launches to see teens through tough times
Black Dog Institute have recently launched a new mental health app, ClearlyMe, designed to support teens aged 12-17 who are experiencing depressive symptoms, psychological distress or in other words, going through a tough time. More information
BreastScreen SA visits over 40 locations
BreastScreen SA has 8 fixed screening clinics in metropolitan Adelaide, including one in Mount Barker, and 3 mobile screening units that travel to more than 40 locations across South Australia every 2 years. More information
The 2024 Helen Mayo House Perinatal & Infant Mental Health Conference - More speakers announced!
Take advantage of early bird prices up until 27th September and register now for this year's conference. View the keynote speakers for Day 1. More information
Re-emergence of Mpox in Australia
The Communicable Disease Control Directorate (CDCD,) wrote to Providers advising that Mpox has been detected in Australia again. Over 100 cases were notified in April 2024, mainly in Victoria, with most of these cases acquiring the infection in Australia. More information
Australian Immunisation Handbook Update
A new chapter on respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has been released for the Australian Immunisation Handbook. More information
Australian Government Cancer Screening GP Engagement Kits
The Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care is seeking help from healthcare providers to increase participation in the national cancer screening programs. Read more
Aged Care Data and Digital Strategy and Action Plan for 2024-2029 released
The Strategy ensures that data and digital solutions keep the people at the centre of all future efforts to improve aged care. The aged care sector is encouraged to share feedback and ideas for the next phase, including building digital maturity, integrating emerging technologies and improving the aged care experience for people using the system. Email DigitalReformStrat@Health.gov.au to share ideas or discuss opportunities to collaborate. More information
Advance Care Directives training for authorised witnesses
As a health practitioner, you could be asked to witness a person’s Advance Care Directive. An online training module is now available for authorised witnesses outlining the correct and lawful way to witness a person’s Advance Care Directive, which is unique to witnessing other legal documents. The online training module is free and only takes 15 minutes to complete. More information
PenCS Awards
Celebrating data-driven quality improvement in General Practice and Aboriginal Member Services around Australia. Nominations open from 1st August to the 30th September. More information
Practice Manager
Stirling Central Health Clinic
The Practice Is looking for a person with experience working in a busy General Practice setting.
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Mental Health Clinician - Port Pirie
Medicare Mental Health Centre (formerly known as Head to Health)
Apply now! For the full position description visit the Neami National website or SEEK
Wound Care Workshop - Whyalla
Monday 2 September 2024, 6.00pm - 9.00pm
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Skin Cancer Skills Training - Port Pirie
Wednesday 9 October 2024, 6.30pm - 9.30pm
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SafeTALK Connector Suicide Prevention Training - Barossa
Monday 21 October 2024, 10.00am - 2.00pm
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Paediatrics Health Update - Murray Bridge
Wednesday 2 October 2024, 6.30pm - 8.30pm
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Reboot Your Life: Living Well With Arthritis
A free 10-week program for country South Australians over 50 living with arthritis.
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Unlocking success: Building a sustainable and thriving rural general practice
Wednesday 4 September 2024, 6.30pm - 8.30pm
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ECHO Chronic Kidney Disease
Monthly on Tuesdays, 6.30pm - 7.30pm
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Palliative Caring – PalliLEARN short course
Thursday 12 September 2024, 12.00pm - 1.00pm
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How to have conversations about dying and grief – PalliLEARN short course
Monday 30 September 2024, 10.00am - 11.00am
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How to nurture compassion – PalliLEARN short course
Tuesday 15 October 2024, 12.00pm - 1.00pm
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Palliative Medication Proficiency: Mastering Syringe Drivers and Opioid Administration in Home Settings
Two hour online course for GPs, Nurses and Aged Care Workers.
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ECHO Hypertension and Cardiovascular health in Chronic Kidney Disease
Tuesday 10 September 2024, 6.30pm - 7.30pm
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What matters most to me – PalliLEARN short course
Tuesday 10 September 2024, 12.00pm - 1.00pm
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Talking to children about dying – PalliLEARN short course
Friday 20 September 2024, 10.00am - 11.00am
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Self-care – PalliLEARN short course
Tuesday 15 October 2024, 10.00am - 11.00am
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CVD risks and lipid management webinar
Wednesday 23 October 2024, 7.00pm - 9.00pm
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Women's Health Week
2 - 6 September 2024
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R U OK? Day
12 September 2024
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Dementia Action Week
16 - 22 September 2024
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Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
September
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SHINE SA STI & BBV Workshop for Nurses and Midwives
Wednesday 4 September 2024, 9.30am - 12.30pm
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SHINE SA Foundations of LGBTIQ Inclusion
Tuesday 17 September 2024, 9.30am - 4.00pm
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SHINE SA Pregnancy Choices Training
Wednesday 25 September 2024, 9.15am - 5.00pm
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BPD Collaborative Training Calendar
BPD Collaborative deliver a range of training programs for professionals working with people living with borderline personality disorder.
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Ride Against Suicide
Sunday 8 September 2024
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EMET Major Trauma/Burns - Victor Harbor
Wednesday 18 September 2024, 6.00pm - 10.00pm
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EMET Respiratory Emergencies - Port Augusta
Wednesday 25 September 2024, 9.30am - 5.00pm
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EMET Geriatric Emergencies - Victor Harbor
Wednesday 30 October 2024, 6.00pm - 10.00pm
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Collaborating to Create Change Workshop - Drive meaningful change in suicide prevention
Thursday 12 September 2024, 9.00am - 1.30pm
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GPEx Palliative Care Education Program
Enhance your professional skills and contribute to the improvement of palliative care services through our accredited Palliative Care program. More information
End of Life Law for Clinicians (ELLC)
ELLC has updated its 13 online training modules to include new law and more interactive learning. Learn about laws on voluntary assisted dying, substitute decision-making, capacity and consent, withholding and withdrawing treatment, and Advance Care Directives. Hear from health professionals about why knowing the law matters in this short video. Certificates of completion are available for each module. Gain CPD points from your professional organisation. More information
Electronic prescriptions and Active Script List in your practice
Free CPD accredited online training for prescribers. More information
Registering your organisation for My Health Record
This course is designed to help you register and prepare your organisation to access My Health Record. More information
eLearning course builds better communication at the end-of-life in paediatrics
A passionate group of bereaved parents and health professionals have come together to create a self-guided, eLearning program to support better communication at the end-of-life in paediatrics. The Paediatric End-of-Life Care Communication modules are available free via the new Paediatric Palliative Care Education Hub and have been written for health care professionals who provide varied levels of care. More information
