Primary Care Health Workforce and Services local health forum (March/April 2024)

Primary Care Health Workforce and Services local health forum (March/April 2024)

The population of South Western Sydney is growing and demand for health services is rising. By 2032, there will be...
30 April 2024

Strengthening capacity to respond to family and domestic violence

Domestic and family violence (DFV) is common with one in three women subjected to DFV worldwide. However, there are significant...
23 April 2024

What do GPs need to know about the Early Childhood Approach?

When parents and carers have concerns about their child’s development, their GP may connect them to a range of mainstream...
23 April 2024
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Start a conversation this Heart Week

This Heart Week (6 to 12 May), start a conversation with your patients about heart health and the positive steps...
23 April 2024

Strengthening Medicare GP Grants program closure

The Strengthening Medicare GP Grants program is closing on 30 June 2024.  Practices are strongly encouraged to spend all funding prior...
23 April 2024

Tharawal AMS patients get flu jab to protect community

Tharawal Aboriginal Medical Service (AMS) was a hive of activity last week (Monday, 15 April) as patients, young and old,...
22 April 2024

Local mental health support available during this challenging time

SWSPHN understands this is a challenging time in our community. Local support is available if you or someone you know...
18 April 2024

Under the Microscope – care finders

The aged care system is not always simple or straightforward. For older Australians, it can be daunting navigating and accessing...
17 April 2024
Under The Microscope feature article

Skin cancer education on offer

Skin Cancer College Australasia (SCCA) offers education focused on skin cancer medicine from introductory to advanced level courses. Certificate of...
16 April 2024

Resources, support available to effectively counsel patients about physical activity

Exercise is Medicine (EIM) Australia empowers primary healthcare providers to effectively counsel patients about physical activity leading to sustained behaviour...
16 April 2024