Community-designed screening tool aims to help GPs and community workers identify gambling harm and improve patient outcomes

Community-designed screening tool aims to help GPs and community workers identify gambling harm and improve patient outcomes

In NSW, 7.2 per cent of people who gamble are considered to be a moderate-risk or problem gambler according to...
01 September 2020

Testing of ePrescriptions underway before being introduced for broader use

The Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA) has been working closely with clinical software suppliers and clinical peak bodies to deliver...
31 August 2020

Record a message for Expert Advice Matters campaign

The RACGP’s Expert Advice Matters campaign is encouraging the community not to delay getting their health concern checked during the...
31 August 2020

GP Profile – Dr Olataga Alofivae-Doorbinnia

Dr Olataga Alofivae-Doorbinnia from Powell Street Family Practice in Yagoona says good support is a key element to running a...
31 August 2020

Family Planning NSW now providing abortion services

Family Planning NSW (FPNSW) is now providing abortion services. Clients can access surgical abortion up to 12 weeks plus six...
31 August 2020

Consumer representatives needed for Lumos project

The Lumos project team is looking for consumer representatives for its Stakeholder Reference Group and Data Governance Committee. APPLICATIONS CLOSE...
26 August 2020

SWSLHD infographic of COVID-19 cases

Below is a link to the South Western Sydney Local Health District’s infographic of COVID-19 cases, testing and sources of...
25 August 2020

SWSLHD infographic of COVID-19 cases

Below is a link to the South Western Sydney Local Health District’s infographic of COVID-19 cases, testing and sources of...
18 August 2020

Advice issued on inappropriate use of ivermectin for COVID-19

The Drug and Therapeutics Advisory Community of Practice (DaTA CoP) has advised against the use of ivermectin in COVID-19 treatment....
18 August 2020

Wollondilly’s school canteens are on board with healthy food choices

The Wollondilly Health Alliance has challenged local schools to adopt a healthy canteen menu. We all know children are influenced by...
14 August 2020