RACGP releases new mental health support for GPs

In Central Queensland, Sunshine Coast, Wide Bay by PHN Communications

The RACGP are encouraging general practitioners and other health professionals to take care of their own physical, mental, emotional and social health and to seek support when required. There are multiple barriers that may prevent health professionals accessing mental health services. However self-care and mental health resources and services specifically …

How will the new child care package affect your family?

In Sunshine Coast by PHN Communications

There’s not long to go before the New Child Care Package is introduced on 2 July! Whether you’re a new parent considering your child care options or your family’s already part of the system, the new Package will overhaul the current child care fee assistance to provide more support for …

Emergency medicine research grant EOIs open

In Central Queensland, Sunshine Coast, Wide Bay by PHN Communications

 The Emergency Medicine Foundation (EMF) is running a Rural and Remote Research Program grant round, offering up to $50,000 to support a collaborative research project in the field of emergency medicine for the benefit of rural and remote patients within Australia. Further funding for additional grants may be available. Why …

Evidence-based smoking cessation care for pregnant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women

In Central Queensland, Sunshine Coast, Wide Bay by PHN Communications

The SISTAQUIT research trial aims to improve provision of timely, evidence-based smoking cessation care (SCC) for pregnant Indigenous women attending Aboriginal Medical Services (AMS), General Practices and other health services. The multi-component, culturally appropriate SISTAQUIT intervention is based on RACGP guidelines, and trains multidisciplinary teams (e.g. GPs, Aboriginal Health Workers …

EOIs open to deliver new mental health screening pilot program

In Sunshine Coast by PHN Communications

The PHN is working in partnership with Black Dog Institute to offer 10 practices in the Sunshine Coast and Gympie area an innovative mental health pilot program. The program will use digital health technology to screen patients in the waiting room and offer treatment options and make recommendations to the …

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Nurses and GPs role in e-mental heath interventions

In Sunshine Coast by PHN Communications

Evidence strongly suggests that Electronic mental health services are effective in managing mild to moderate anxiety and depression. Primary care providers are in a privileged position to embed these technologies into their practice and offer new services to their patients. The benefits of e-mental health services are diverse for both, …

Stepping towards headspace Gympie

In Sunshine Coast by PHN Communications

United Synergies and CCQ welcome the announcement of the location of Gympie’s upcoming headspace centre. The new centre is set to open in early July, providing youth-specific mental health and early intervention services out of premises at 2-4 Horseshoe Bend. United Synergies General Manager, Karen Phillips said the visible presence …

Find the services you need in one place

In Central Queensland, Sunshine Coast, Wide Bay by PHN Communications

Parents, young people and families in Queensland who are going through tough times can find local services or support through a free online directory. oneplace is an, online community services directory which can help people find support in their local area. This could be as simple as finding a mother’s …

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New national guide to the preventative health assessment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

In Central Queensland, Sunshine Coast, Wide Bay by PHN Communications

The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) and The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) have jointly produced the third edition of the National guide to a preventive health assessment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people (National Guide). The National Guide is a practical resource intended for …

Get the right care for your symptoms

In Sunshine Coast by PHN Communications

Both residents and visitors to the Sunshine Coast and Gympie region are being urged to make use of free online tools to help them find the right medical attention over these school holidays. Sunshine Coast GP, Dr Jon Harper said that many people were unsure of where to go for …

How do you plan to make your wishes known?

In Central Queensland, Sunshine Coast, Wide Bay by PHN Communications

What is Advance Care Planning? Advance care planning (ACP) is a voluntary process that provides people the opportunity to consider and discuss their preferences for future health care before a crisis occurs. Advance care planning is an important process, particularly for individuals with a life-limiting illness or those with increasing …