• Heart failure: how a team approach can optimise patient care- ZOOM WEBINAR

    WA, Australia

    We would like to invite your members to a webinar on heart failure hosted by NPS MedicineWise, in collaboration with the Heart Foundation, as part of the national heart failure program. We know that a multidisciplinary approach to support people living with heart failure improves outcomes and quality of life. You will hear from a GP, heart failure nurse practitioner, pharmacist and a person living with heart failure about how to improve care. During the webinar, panel members will use case studies to discuss strategies for heart failure management, including initiation and up-titration of heart failure medicines, the role of...

  • Life Now Meditation – Broome

    Life Now Meditation – Broome
    Broome Recreation & Aquatic Centre Cable Beach Rd, Broome, WA, Australia

    Meditation can generally be defined as a self-directed practice for relaxing the body and calming the mind. Meditation can help improve quality of life for people with cancer. Research suggests it is useful for treating chronic pain and insomnia, and can help reduce anxiety, stress, and blood pressure. Life Now Meditation is offered to West Australians who have been diagnosed with cancer, or who have experienced a recurrence, secondary or progression, in the last five years. Primary carers are also eligible to attend (by themselves, or in support of a cancer patient), and are invited to register. This course is...

  • Best practice cognitive impairment and dementia care

    WA, Australia

    Best practice cognitive impairment and dementia care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples attending primary care This first webinar is aimed at General Practitioners. Join Dr Mary Belfrage and Professor Constance Dimity Pond as they give an overview of best practice principles in the detection and management of cognitive impairment and dementia, focusing on the cultural context of addressing the needs of older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their families, carers and communities. Objectives Describe best practice clinical and cultural aspects of the detection and management of cognitive impairment and dementia for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples...

  • Life Now Meditation – Broome

    Life Now Meditation – Broome
    Broome Recreation & Aquatic Centre Cable Beach Rd, Broome, WA, Australia

    Meditation can generally be defined as a self-directed practice for relaxing the body and calming the mind. Meditation can help improve quality of life for people with cancer. Research suggests it is useful for treating chronic pain and insomnia, and can help reduce anxiety, stress, and blood pressure. Life Now Meditation is offered to West Australians who have been diagnosed with cancer, or who have experienced a recurrence, secondary or progression, in the last five years. Primary carers are also eligible to attend (by themselves, or in support of a cancer patient), and are invited to register. This course is...

  • Life Now Meditation – Broome

    Life Now Meditation – Broome
    Broome Recreation & Aquatic Centre Cable Beach Rd, Broome, WA, Australia

    Meditation can generally be defined as a self-directed practice for relaxing the body and calming the mind. Meditation can help improve quality of life for people with cancer. Research suggests it is useful for treating chronic pain and insomnia, and can help reduce anxiety, stress, and blood pressure. Life Now Meditation is offered to West Australians who have been diagnosed with cancer, or who have experienced a recurrence, secondary or progression, in the last five years. Primary carers are also eligible to attend (by themselves, or in support of a cancer patient), and are invited to register. This course is...

  • HelpingMinds Open Days – Broome

    HelpingMinds Office 2/40 Dampier Terrace, Broome, WA, Australia

    We welcome you to join us at our HelpingMinds Broome Open Days, as we foster resilience and a stronger community. Meet our friendly HelpingMinds team and learn about the programs, services and support we offer to our community. When: 19 May, 16 Jun, 20 Jul, 17 Aug, 15 Sep, 18 Nov, 7 Dec - 9am – 11am Where: Broome HelpingMinds Office, 2/40 Dampier Terrace, Broome WA Who: All of the community are welcome, including mental health carers, families and other service providers Cost: Free | Light snacks provided Please visit https://helpingminds.org.au/pec-events/openbroome-2/ to enrol. For more information email info@warecoverycollege.org.au or call 1300 285...

  • 2021 CRANAplus Virtual Symposium

    WA, Australia

    This year CRANAplus is inviting health professionals to Connect Across an Isolated Landscape at the 2021 CRANAplus Virtual Symposium on the 17th September. This one day celebration of ideas continues our 37 year strong annual conference tradition in an online environment, as we bridge the distances that separate our geographically dispersed workforce. Presentations from our keynote and VIP line-up will empower attendees to improve health outcomes, start important conversations and apply new lessons within the communities they serve. Hear from: Helen Zahos, Humanitarian and Disaster Nurse Adjunct Prof. Shelley Nowlan, Deputy Rural Health Commissioner Prof. Yvonne Cadet-James, Academic at James Cook University...

  • TRACS ‘Future Proofing your Cardiac Rehabilitation Program and Advocacy’

    WA, Australia

    Telehealth Professional Education Program For country WA Health Professionals:  Allied Health • Primary Practice Nursing • Inpatient Nursing September - Session 30 ‘Future Proofing your Cardiac Rehabilitation Program and Advocacy’ Presenters: Professor Tom Briffa, Cardiac Health Researcher, Dr Nicole Gordon, Exercise Physiologist Helen McLean, Clinical Engagement Coordinator WA When: Thursday 23rd September, 12:30-1:30pm How: VC attendance only (Please register here) Registration: The link will take you directly to the GoTo Webinar registration form. A confirmation with the link to attend will be sent via email. The recording will be available to view later on the TRACS WA website. For further...

  • Leadership – No Health Care Future without Nurse Leaders: Webinar

    Webinar

    Nurses are voted the most trusted profession every year, yet they have not been entrusted with leading the health future of their communities, and countries. Interprofessional practice has not recognised nurses to be decision makers in their own right. When nurses move into leadership roles, they build on skills that are intrinsic to the delivery of nursing care. Nurses working in the community are well placed to see the challenges and barriers that our fragmented health system and how they impact on the health outcomes of our communities. Nurse leadership is vital to ensuring that the health system is accessible, responsive...

  • Helping Minds FREE School Holiday Programs

    Helping Minds FREE School Holiday Programs
    Lotteries House Cable Beach Road, Broome, WA, Australia

    Art for the Mind (8-12 years) Two half-day workshops for young people with Lego to improve their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing with the power of creativity. Kids will explore healthy ways to express themselves, learn mindfulness skills and build confidence through arts, crafts and fun group games. When Tuesday 28 & Wednesday 29 September | 9am – 12pm Where Lotteries House, 620 Cable Beach Road, Broome Who For children aged 8-12 years who have emotional difficulties or are at risk of developing a mental health challenge. To bring Please bring a water bottle, hat, sunscreen, enclosed shoes and old...