• 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...

  • 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...

  • 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.

  • Influenza Masterclass 2022 – Influenza, COVID-19 & cardiovascular outcomes

    Online WA, Australia

    Arterial Education are holding an Influenza Masterclass online. Join Prof Robert Booy and a suite of experts as they take a look at influenza and cardiovascular health. Hear from top experts in the field to update GPs on this emerging and relevant data. Hope you will join us for what is expected to be a highly interactive and stimulating masterclass. This is an accredited educational event for 4 RACGP POINTS REGISTER HERE

  • Diagnosis and Treatment of PTSD in Emergency Service Workers-zoom webinar

    Online WA, Australia

    Emergency Service Workers are one of the high-risk groups for trauma exposure and are more vulnerable to developing mental health problems. These mental health conditions have significant impact on their employment, family, relationships and wellbeing. This online interactive workshop focuses on diagnosis and referral pathways to support the management of emergency service workers. 6 CPD Activity points (RACGP) MH CPD activity (GPMHSC) 3 Performance Review PDP units (ACRRM) Click here for more information & to register

  • Online: Nutrition Communication for Health Professionals: Applying the Skills

    Online WA, Australia

    East Metropolitan Health Service in partnership with the University of Newcastle, funded by Health Networks, has developed the following two free online courses as part of the implementation of the WA Healthy Weight Action Plan 2019 - 2024. Nutrition Communication for Health Professionals: Applying the Skills Starts: 21 March 2022 Duration: three weeks Enrol here. This course builds on the Nutrition Communication for Health Professionals: Key concepts course and has a strong focus on developing and applying skills in brief nutrition-related communication of key messages to support early intervention and management of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. You will...

  • Paediatric Cough: Is it asthma? – Telehealth education session

    Online WA, Australia

    This session is designed for General Practitioners, Practice Nurses and other health professionals. You are invited to register to attend a free webinar on “Paediatric Cough: Is it asthma?" presented by Paediatric Respiratory Specialist, Dr Stephen Oo. This webinar will cover: Understanding the presenting patient Indicators for Paediatric Asthma When to refer to a specialist Date: Friday 18th March 2022 Time: 1.00-2.00pm Presenter: Dr Stephen Oo, Paediatric Respiratory Consultant, Asthma WA’s Paediatric Respiratory Hub, Perth Children's Hospital, Fiona Stanley Hospital. Once you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email with the dial-in details. Register HERE

  • Diagnosis and Treatment of PTSD in Emergency Service Workers-zoom webinar

    Online WA, Australia

    Emergency Service Workers are one of the high-risk groups for trauma exposure and are more vulnerable to developing mental health problems. These mental health conditions have significant impact on their employment, family, relationships and wellbeing. This online interactive workshop focuses on diagnosis and referral pathways to support the management of emergency service workers. 6 CPD Activity points (RACGP) MH CPD activity (GPMHSC) 3 Performance Review PDP units (ACRRM) Click here for more information & to register

  • Diabetes & Mental Health – HP Upskilling (Zoom)

    Online WA, Australia

    This webinar will discuss how mental health conditions can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. It will help health professionals to identify who needs to be screened and what can be done to help reduce the risk. This session will also discuss how mental health issues may impact on the management of diabetes. Register for this session here