• Toxicological Emergencies (TOX) – Perth – March 2022 – REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN!

    WA, Australia

    Workshop details This one day workshop covers general and specific topics related to poisoning and local toxicology, using an interactive tutorial format concentrating on small group discussions of case scenarios. Presented by leading specialists in their field, this course has been designed to offer practising rural medical practitioners an update in toxicological emergencies Eligibility Open to all Medical Practitioners and Nursing Practitioners. Priority of places will be offered to WA rural placed GP VMP's and locums. Online registration: https://www.ruralhealthwest.com.au/general-practice/professional-development/conferences-events/2022/03/25/default-calendar/toxicological-emergencies-(tox)---perth All confirmed participants will receive written confirmation via email of their place in this workshop approximately 4-6 weeks prior to the...

  • Non-Insulin Injectables – HP Upskilling (Zoom)

    Online WA, Australia

    This session will look at a range of new injectable therapies targeted at reducing weight and improving blood glucose levels. Register for this session here.

  • Morning Mindfulness Workshop | ONLINE

    Morning Mindfulness Workshop | ONLINE
    Online event WA, Australia

    If you are supporting someone close to you who lives with mental health challenges, it’s easy to forget about your own wellbeing. Join us online our fortnightly morning mindfulness workshops and discover how practicing mindfulness can really improve your day! When Fortnightly on Wednesdays |  varying times 16 March, 13 April 25 May, 8 June, 22 June from 9.15am – 10.15am 30 March and 4 May from 9am – 10am Where Attendees will be sent a video link after registration. Please see information below to register. Who Adults who are supporting a family member or a friend experiencing mental health...

  • Allied Health – COVID Q&A session

    Online WA, Australia

    Allied Health – COVID Q&A session Presented by WA Primary Health Alliance An overview of the current considerations for Allied Health staff working in a high caseload environment, and an opportunity to ask those burning COVID questions. The session will include • Current WA COVID data • Test, Trace, Isolate, Quarantine (TTIQ) • Infection prevention and control update • COVID Care at Home • GP Respiratory Clinics • Q&A (Questions can be submitted during registration) Presenters • Dr Marisa Gilles - Director Public Health Medicine, WA Country Health Service • Ms Sharon Kenny - WACHS Infection Control Lead • Dr...

  • How are services providing care for people with co-occurring AOD and mental health needs?

    Online WA, Australia

    When: Thursday 31 March, 11AM – 12PM (AEDT) (8AM-9AM AWST) Presenters: Esther Toomey (Central and Eastern Sydney PHN), Kate Hocknull (Uniting Medically Supervised Injecting Centre) and Dylan Clay (Weave Youth and Community Services) About the presenters: Esther Toomey is Drug Health Program Officer at Central and Eastern Sydney PHN. Esther collaborates with drug and alcohol treatment services to support flexible and coordinated responses to the holistic health needs of community members experiencing harmful drug and alcohol use. With experience across mental health, disability and drug and alcohol sectors, Esther has a keen interest in trauma informed care; mental health and drug and...

  • Ketamine course on theory and treatment procedures for ketamine for depression.

    Online WA, Australia

    Courses in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Designed for clinicians and researchers, the courses will be facilitated by Prof Colleen Loo and other leading experts in neurostimulation and mood disorders. All March and April courses will be delivered online. Ketamine course | 1-2 April 2022 Introductory 2-day course on theory and treatment procedures for ketamine for depression. OTHER COURSES TMS Masterclass | 29 April 2022 1-day course on current and emerging treatments, complex cases and treatment prescribing. tDCS course | (date tbc) 1-day introductory course on tDCS principles, effects in psychiatric disorders, and hands-on practice. Neuromodulation workshops | (date tbc) 2 modules...

  • STI and BBV Nursing: Management and Care

    Online WA, Australia

    STI and BBV Nursing: Management and Care 4, 5, 11 and 12 April 6:30pm  - 8:30pm (AWST) For nurses, midwives, and sexual health workers. This course is funded by Western Australian Department of Health. Register for this session here.

  • 🕠COVID-19 & Diabetes

    Online WA, Australia

    Tuesday 5 April, 2022 6:00pm – 7:00pm Hosted by Diabetes WA People with diabetes have an increased risk of morbidity and mortality if they get COVID-19. Does everyone with diabetes have the same level of risk? What are the conversations around COVID-19 that health professionals can be having with people who have diabetes. Register for this session here

  • Culturally Responsive Care and Hepatitis B

    Online WA, Australia

    Hepatitis B Case Discussion 6 April 6:00pm - 7:30pm (AWST) For GPs, NPs, nurses, and other community-based medical practitioners. This course is funded by WA Health Register for this session here.

  • Nutritional Management for Women with Gestational Diabetes

    Online WA, Australia

    Monday 11 April, 2022 2:00pm – 3:00pm Hosted by Diabetes WA This session will look at the key nutritional strategies identified for women with gestational diabetes. Blood glucose targets, management strategies and treatment options will be discussed, in addition to potential effects of high blood glucose levels on the developing foetus. Register for this session here