Healthy North Coast

2022 Northern Rivers flood experience influences new national guidelines for GPs in evacuation centres. Developed by @HealthyNorthCoast, @RACGP, and local GPs, these resources ensure safer clinical care and better disaster response. Learn more: zurl.co/arJi

As travel restrictions ease, increasing #vaccination rates mean our ‘community with #immunity’ is better prepared for visitors. 88% on North Coast aged 16 have had one dose (national average is 82%). 60% are fully #vaccinated (national average is 62%). covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au

#Vaccination rates across North Coast continue to rise. 84% of those ages 16+ have had first dose. 54% fully vaccinated. Supply continues to arrive in our region, as the #vaccine becomes available at your local GP, pharmacy, pop-up clinic or Aboriginal Medical Service.

We helped fund a new reserve with a #bushfire recovery grant to the #Ashby Community Centre and Public Reserve. Building social connection, mental wellbeing and resilience in communities affected by the bushfires. ✅ hnc.org.au/news-story/ash… #clarencevalley #bushfirerecovery

We are seeking Aboriginal organisations and community groups to undertake drug and alcohol programs. Applications close at 5 pm on 18 October 2021. #AOD #indigenoushealth #aboriginalhealth Apply: hnc.org.au/news-story/pro…

Good health services are essential. Tell us what’s working and what’s not in your local area. You could win one of 20 x $100 cashcards. Answers are anonymous and confidential. Survey findings can help organisations to plan future local health solutions. hnc.org.au/have-your-say

💨 North Coast parents, don't miss this free #vaping webinar. Vaping is the use of electronic cigarettes, e-cigarettes or ‘#vapes’ and is of growing concern for parents. ✅ Register now: surveymonkey.com/r/PSRYBP2 @NNSWLHD @MNCLHD

More than 40 close contacts are self-isolating after two COVID-19 cases attended the Chinderah Ampol Service Station on 13 and 14 July. No new locally-acquired cases have been recorded among residents of NNSWLHD. Full update: nnswlhd.health.nsw.gov.au/blog/2021/07/1…

Acknowledge #NAIDOC2021 and register now for part 3 of our Cultural Determinants of Health webinar series. This month's panel explores connection to #Spirituality and #ancestors. thecentrehki.com.au/cdoh-webcast-s… 🖤🧡❤️

PANDEMIC FATIGUE | It’s real. It’s normal. And it’s absolutely understandable many Australians are experiencing it. It’s important to be aware of pandemic fatigue in ourselves & those around us, so we can take action to maintain our mental wellbeing. More👉mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/Pandemic-Fatig…

Sunday marks the start of #NAIDOCWeek2021. Keep an eye on our FB as we celebrate the rich history, diverse cultures and achievements of our region's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. facebook.com/healthynorthco… #NAIDOC2021 #NAIDOC #NAIDOCWeek #HealCountry @naidocweek

Got an idea that could support health and wellbeing of young people in your community? Healthy Communities #MidNorthCoast’s Youth Well Fund is offering up to $3K to make it happen. Check eligibility, join a Zoom Q&A to discuss your project and apply: healthycommunitiesmnc.com.au/innovation-fun…

#Vaccination is our best defence against COVID-19. Help protect yourself and others, visit the #Vaccine Eligibility Checker today. ✅ covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au/eligibility @healthdirectAU #COVID19Aus #COVID19nsw #VaccineStrollout #vaccinerollout

This groundbreaking new system was first trialled in NNSWLHD with Project Manager Tim Marsh, his team, and local primary care providers, and could save the equivalent of $30M per year in administrative costs and time savings across the healthcare system. www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/profess…

To further support managing your patient’s #cervicalcancer screening profile and participation, Primary Care Impact launched a new #digitalhealth page to assist you to access the National #Cancer Screening Register via the Healthcare Provider Portal. ✅ hnc.org.au/news-story/pci…

The Australian Government has refined the national #COVID19vaccination rollout plan. The revamp will maximise opportunities for Australians to be vaccinated during the second half of 2021, as the supply of #vaccines increases. hnc.org.au/news-story/nat…

17 more #generalpractices this month providing #COVID19vaccines on North Coast (127 in total). Locations incl: #Laurieton, #PortMacquarie, South #Kempsey, #Moonee, #Woolgoolga, #Grafton, #Lismore, #Ballina, #ByronBay, #Pottsville, #Terranora. Full story: hnc.org.au/news-story/sev…

Check out our latest local #HealthPathways: ✔️ Mild #TraumaticBrainInjury (TBI) ✔️ #FetalAlcoholSpectrumDisorder (#FASD) ✔️ #Parkinson’s Disease Nursing ✔️ Children’s Eye Problems ✔️ Medical Practitioner #MentalHealth Full story and links: ✅ hnc.org.au/news-story/che…

Two new resources about health issues affecting people with #psychotic disorders are available from the Department of Developmental Disability #Neuropsychiatry (3DN) at @UNSW – one for GPs, one for people visiting a GP.: 📄 Full story: hnc.org.au/news-story/two…