Dear subscriber,

Welcome to this week's edition of Sydney Health Weekly! Central and Eastern Sydney PHN aims to make this newsletter your efficient one-stop-shop for primary health news and events within the central and eastern Sydney region. We are constantly working on making your news as targeted and relevant as possible and welcome your feedback to editor@cesphn.com.au. 

EOI now open for Central and Eastern Sydney PHN Clinical Council

Expressions of interest are now open to join our Clinical Council. The Council is made up of primary health clinicians working in the region and provides strategic advice to the Board on:

• clinical issues that are unique to the needs of the region
• opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of medical and health care services
• population health planning
• commissioning of programs and services that support local and national priorities.

Click here for more information.

Assistance for GPs completing a QI Activity

Did you know you can reflect on any one of your Category One activities recorded against your current credit point statement to fulfill your Quality Improvement Requirement? All you need to do is select at least one Category One activity you feel has encouraged you to improve or change the way you practice and reflect on the following questions in the QI reflection form:

• Outline why you have identified the Category 1 activity as effecting quality improvement in your workplace
• Identify what changes have been implemented to improve patient health outcomes 
• Describe how you will measure and maintain the improvement in your workplace over time

Click here for more information.

Quality Improvement PIP – first quarter update

Quality improvement is foundational to high performing practices in primary care. The PIP QI commenced on 1 August 2019. CESPHN has successfully supported general practices in the region to participate in the Quality Improvement PIP incentive payment with 314 practices signing up to the incentive. This represents nearly 80 per cent of accredited practices in our region. Our goal is to make your practices participation in PIPQI as easy as possible – we want to assist.  
Click here for more information.

Keeping up to date with GP Antenatal Shared Care

Did you know that there is a specific bi-monthly ANSC e-newsletter emailed directly to all ANSC GPs? It is recommended that all GPs participating on a GP ANSC Program receive this newsletter as it is the main method of communicating important protocol and/or hospital updates and general pregnancy information relevant to GPs participating on a GP ANSC Program across the CESPHN. If you missed a copy, previous issues can be located on the CESPHN website. 
If you have not been receiving the e-newsletter, please contact info@cesphn.com.au and ask to be placed on the ANSC e-newsletter mailing list. 

New hepatitis B campaign

NSW Health will soon launch a campaign encouraging people of Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Arabic and sub-Saharan African heritage to “talk to their doctor” about getting tested for hepatitis B. A quarter of a million people in Australia have chronic hepatitis B infection, however only around two-thirds are diagnosed, and only one-fifth are engaged in care. Diagnosis, monitoring and appropriate referral to specialist care are essential to prevent the complications of liver cancer and liver failure.
Click here for more information.

Cervical screening services at the Rockdale Community Health Centre

The last day of operation for the Family Planning NSW cervical screening service situated at the Rockdale Community Health Centre will be 29 November 2019. The service will be closed from 30 November 2019.
Click here for more information.

Quality Improvement PHN projects

CESPHN has developed a suite of quality improvement activities and resources that are available on our website under our ‘Other PHN QI Projects’ tab. Projects include:

• Black Dog StepCare program – An eMental health self-screening tool to help you identify patients with depression, anxiety, and/or high levels of alcohol consumption
• Staying Healthy Living Well telehealth program - Refer patients with chronic conditions and help them gain the knowledge and skills to better self-manage their health
• Think, Eat and Move (TEAM) program – Refer adolescents above the healthy weight range to the an evidence based, online healthy lifestyle program
• Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Due/Overdue 10A report - Reporting to help you identify children who are due or overdue for their immunisations 

More information and contact details can be found on the website for each program, so please take a look. These projects can be undertaken as part of the new Quality Improvement PIP incentive program.  For more information on the Quality Improvement PIP visit the Department of Health website.

Sharing Knowledge About Immunisation – New tools for providers and parents with questions 

A new, evidence-based communication package called Sharing Knowledge About Immunisation (SKAI) aims to support healthcare providers in communicating confidently and effectively with all parents about immunisation. The SKAI eLearning module has been developed specifically for primary healthcare providers and may qualify for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points. 
Click here for more information.

Survey: gauging interest for an ALM entitled 'Hot topics in sexual health for GPs'

GPs play a crucial role in managing STIs and their complications. In recent years, the diagnosis of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis have increased considerably. In 2020 within the RACGP CPD program, a workshop entitled ‘Hot topics in sexual health for the general practitioner’ will be offered. The workshop will be offered as a one day face-to-face program in Melbourne and will cover a range of sexual health topics including updates in current STI guidelines. Your responses to this short five minute survey (by 15 November 2019) will help with planning this workshop and by sharing your best one-liner for starting a conversation with patients about STI tests you can be eligible to enter a prize draw for a free registration to this workshop.    
Click here to take the survey. This ALM will be open to GPs nationally, so GP responses are welcomed from anywhere in Australia. 

Cirrhosis - It develops over many years, and there is no magic bullet

Do you know about the booklet, Liver Cirrhosis: a toolkit for patients? It provides people with valuable information around managing cirrhosis and associated risks/outcomes. DAA treatments are covered in the booklet – which is important as having cirrhosis does not exclude anyone from accessing treatment. Development of the booklet was led by Sinead Sheils and Carly Stephens and overseen by A/Prof Simone Strasser. Free supplies of Liver Cirrhosis: a toolkit for patients are available across NSW.
You can order online here or simply email info@hep.org.au.

4 Week Wellness Program Rockdale and Surry Hills 

Stressed, anxious and down in the dumps? Try signing up for a free "4 Week Wellbeing Workout” starting 9 November in Rockdale and 11 November at Surry Hills with charity association Mood Active. If you haven’t heard, Mood Active helps people get back on their feet using exercise! Each session combines 2.5 hours of motivation/resilience strategies and 60 minutes of fun exercise. For those ready for a larger commitment, check out their ongoing “8 Week Program” involving three exercise classes a week. Limited spaces available so call 0412 190 842 to register now!
Click here for more information.

My Health Record Advance Care Planning information now live in NSW Health facilities

In NSW Health public hospitals and clinics, My Health Record information is accessed via the HealtheNet Clinical Portal. The viewing of Advance Care Planning information, uploaded by the consumer (or their authorised representative) to their My Health Record, is now live in HealtheNet.
Click here for more information.

Online training: Supporting children's resilience in general practice

This course from Emerging Minds has been specifically designed for GPs, and recognises the realities of general practice, the broad variety of doctor-patient relationships, and the circumstances which GPs work in. Explore how family and social circumstances impact on children’s wellbeing and consider how support can best be tailored to promote positive change in the lives of children. It develops your skills and confidence in recognising opportunities to intervene sensitively in situations where a child’s wellbeing might be affected by a parent’s physical or mental health condition. This course is accredited for six Category 2 points in the RACGP QI&CPD Program.
Click here for more information.

Webinar: How to register your practice for My Health Record

This webinar will assist healthcare provider organisations, including sole practitioners, to register to access My Health Record via the PRODA portal. There will be an opportunity for Q&A during this session.
Date: 20 November 2019
Time: 7.00 pm - 8.00 pm AEDT
Click here for more information.

Community Diabetes Education – Vietnamese

Diabetes NSW is running a free Vietnamese education program for people at risk of or diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (and are not using insulin). This program will increase participants’ knowledge and confidence in managing diabetes.
Date: 25 November 2019
Time: 9.30 am - 12.30 pm
Venue: Club Rivers, 32-34 Littleton St, Riverwood
Click here for more information.

EOI now open for Central and Eastern Sydney PHN Clinical Council

Expressions of interest are now open to join our Clinical Council. The Council is made up of primary health clinicians working in the region and provides strategic advice to the Board on:

• clinical issues that are unique to the needs of the region
• opportunities to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of medical and health care services
• population health planning
• commissioning of programs and services that support local and national priorities.

Click here for more information.

Sharing Knowledge About Immunisation – New tools for providers and parents with questions 

A new, evidence-based communication package called Sharing Knowledge About Immunisation (SKAI) aims to support healthcare providers in communicating confidently and effectively with all parents about immunisation. The SKAI eLearning module has been developed specifically for primary healthcare providers and may qualify for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points. 
Click here for more information.

Cirrhosis - It develops over many years, and there is no magic bullet

Do you know about the booklet, Liver Cirrhosis: a toolkit for patients? It provides people with valuable information around managing cirrhosis and associated risks/outcomes. DAA treatments are covered in the booklet – which is important as having cirrhosis does not exclude anyone from accessing treatment. Development of the booklet was led by Sinead Sheils and Carly Stephens and overseen by A/Prof Simone Strasser. Free supplies of Liver Cirrhosis: a toolkit for patients are available across NSW.
You can order online here or simply email info@hep.org.au.

Cervical screening services at the Rockdale Community Health Centre

The last day of operation for the Family Planning NSW cervical screening service situated at the Rockdale Community Health Centre will be 29 November 2019. The service will be closed from 30 November 2019.
Click here for more information.

My Health Record Advance Care Planning information now live in NSW Health facilities

In NSW Health public hospitals and clinics, My Health Record information is accessed via the HealtheNet Clinical Portal. The viewing of Advance Care Planning information, uploaded by the consumer (or their authorised representative) to their My Health Record, is now live in HealtheNet.
Click here for more information.

4 Week Wellness Program Rockdale and Surry Hills 

Stressed, anxious and down in the dumps? Try signing up for a free "4 Week Wellbeing Workout” starting 9 November in Rockdale and 11 November at Surry Hills with charity association Mood Active. If you haven’t heard, Mood Active helps people get back on their feet using exercise! Each session combines 2.5 hours of motivation/resilience strategies and 60 minutes of fun exercise. For those ready for a larger commitment, check out their ongoing “8 Week Program” involving three exercise classes a week. Limited spaces available so call 0412 190 842 to register now!
Click here for more information.

Webinar: How to register your practice for My Health Record

This webinar will assist healthcare provider organisations, including sole practitioners, to register to access My Health Record via the PRODA portal. There will be an opportunity for Q&A during this session.
Date: 20 November 2019
Time: 7.00 pm - 8.00 pm AEDT
Click here for more information.

Webinar: Parent–child play: A mental health promotion strategy for all children 

Child-led play is an approach to playtime that relies on the parent following the child’s choices, leads and prompts without teaching or correcting. In this webinar on 4 December, occupational therapists Sarah Seekamp and Ben Rogers will detail how practitioners who work with families with children aged 0–12 years can adapt child-led play to their specific professional circumstances and use it as a mental health promotion strategy.
Click here for more information.

EOI now open for Central and Eastern Sydney PHN Community Council

Expressions of interest are now open to join our Community Council. The Council comprises consumer and community representatives living or working within the CESPHN region and provides strategic advice to the Board on:

• decisions, investments, and innovations are person-centred, cost effective, locally relevant and aligned to local care experiences and expectations
• service gaps
• the integration of consumer, carer and community views into levels of primary health service operations, planning and policy development
• advocacy on behalf of the community, consumers and carers
• how to increase consumer, carer and community participation in the Central and Eastern Sydney PHN region.

Click here for more information.

Get Bloody Serious Sydney - this Friday 8 November !

There are a few places left for our one-day hep C workshop “Get Bloody Serious” being held on 8 November in Sydney - the last one for the year. These workshops are designed for people working in clinical and community sectors seeking a solid update or build confidence engaging affected community. This interactive workshop includes a tour of the acon NSP, and aims to broaden prevention strategies while strengthening local networks to better engage people into treatment.
Date: Friday 8 November 2019
Time: 9.00 am - 4.30 pm
Location: 414 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills
Click here for more information and to register.

Cervical screening services at the Rockdale Community Health Centre

The last day of operation for the Family Planning NSW cervical screening service situated at the Rockdale Community Health Centre will be 29 November 2019. The service will be closed from 30 November 2019.
Click here for more information.

Cirrhosis - It develops over many years, and there is no magic bullet

Do you know about the booklet, Liver Cirrhosis: a toolkit for patients? It provides people with valuable information around managing cirrhosis and associated risks/outcomes. DAA treatments are covered in the booklet – which is important as having cirrhosis does not exclude anyone from accessing treatment. Development of the booklet was led by Sinead Sheils and Carly Stephens and overseen by A/Prof Simone Strasser. Free supplies of Liver Cirrhosis: a toolkit for patients are available across NSW.
You can order online here or simply email info@hep.org.au.

4 Week Wellness Program Rockdale and Surry Hills 

Stressed, anxious and down in the dumps? Try signing up for a free "4 Week Wellbeing Workout” starting 9 November in Rockdale and 11 November at Surry Hills with charity association Mood Active. If you haven’t heard, Mood Active helps people get back on their feet using exercise! Each session combines 2.5 hours of motivation/resilience strategies and 60 minutes of fun exercise. For those ready for a larger commitment, check out their ongoing “8 Week Program” involving three exercise classes a week. Limited spaces available so call 0412 190 842 to register now!
Click here for more information.

Webinar: Parent–child play: A mental health promotion strategy for all children 

Child-led play is an approach to playtime that relies on the parent following the child’s choices, leads and prompts without teaching or correcting. In this webinar on 4 December, occupational therapists Sarah Seekamp and Ben Rogers will detail how practitioners who work with families with children aged 0–12 years can adapt child-led play to their specific professional circumstances and use it as a mental health promotion strategy.
Click here for more information.

Community Diabetes Education – Vietnamese

Diabetes NSW is running a free Vietnamese education program for people at risk of or diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (and are not using insulin). This program will increase participants’ knowledge and confidence in managing diabetes.
Date: 25 November 2019
Time: 9.30 am - 12.30 pm
Venue: Club Rivers, 32-34 Littleton St, Riverwood
Click here for more information.

To register for an event simply click the "Register Now" button on the event page.

Users can now register for events using two of the three identifiers - email address, mobile number or member number. This means that if you do not remember your member number, you can still register with the two other identifiers. You can also enter your mobile number to receive an SMS with your member number. 

Each event will be identified as a member-only event or open event. If an event is for members only, you will be prompted to either become a member or pay the event fee. 

If you have not renewed your membership, please refer to the membership renewal email that has been sent to all members or contact Sue Moxon at s.moxon@cesphn.com.au.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the CPD Team at events@cesphn.com.au or by calling 1300 986 991.

Prince of Wales Medical Update - Cardiology

At: Prince of Wales Private Hospital
On: Wednesday 6 November 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations
For: GPs

Rethinking Mental Health 6.0

At: Pullman Hotel Sydney Airport
On: Thursday 7 November 8.30 am registrations, 9.00 am – 5.00 pm presentations 
For: GPs, AHPs, PMs, PNs, PS

Diabetic Eye Care in the Community

At: CESPHN Office Mascot
On: Thursday 7 November 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations
For: GPs and AHPs

ANSC RHW Obstetrics and Gynaecology Update

At: RHW Randwick
On: Saturday 9 November 12 noon lunch and registrations, 1.00 pm - 5.00 pm presentations
For: GPs

Lifehouse Medical Update - Endocrinology

At: Chris O'Brien Lifehouse
On: Wednesday 13 November 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations
For: GPs

Triage in General Practice

At: CESPHN office Mascot
On: Thursday 14 November 6.00 pm dinner, 6.30 pm - 9.30 pm workshop
For: GPs, PM, PS, PN and AHPs

Building your Allied Health Business - Marketing

At: Realise Business Kirrawee
On: Monday 18 November 6.00 pm dinner, 6.30 pm - 8.30 pm workshop
For: AHPs

Building your Allied Health Business - Marketing

At: Canada Bay Club
On: Tuesday 19 November 6.00 pm dinner, 6.30 pm - 8.30 pm workshop
For: AHPs

Building your Allied Health Business - Marketing

At: CESPHN Office, Mascot
On: Wednesday 20 November 6.00 pm dinner, 6.30 pm - 8.30 pm workshop
For: AHPs

Strengthening Teamwork Across the Primary and Tertiary Care Continuum 

At: Canterbury Hospital 
On: Thursday 21 November 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations
For: GPs, PMs, PNs, AHPs

Engaging with Children 

At: CESPHN Office Mascot
On: Thursday 21 November 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations 
For: AHPs

How the PHN can help your practice

At: CESPHN Office Mascot
On: Tuesday 26 November 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations 
For: GPs, PMs, PNs, PS

Bright Eyes Cataract update

At: CESPHN Office Mascot
On: Thursday 28 November 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations 
For: GPs, PNs, Optometrists

Hazelhurst CPR Series - Paediatrics

At: Hazelhurst Art Gallery
On: Thursday 28 November 6.30 pm dinner, 7.30 pm presentations
For: GPs

CPR Workshop $66

At: CESPHN Office Mascot
On: Monday 2 December 6.00 pm dinner, 6.30 pm - 9.30 pm workshop
For: GPs, AHPs, PN, PM and PS

St Vincent's Private and St Vincent's Clinic CPD Series - ENT Update

At: St Vincent's Private Hospital
On: Thursday 5 December 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations
For: GPs

As always, we'd love to hear your thoughts. If you would like to submit an article or have suggestions on content you would be interested in reading, please email editor@cesphn.com.au.

Central and Eastern Sydney PHN acknowledge the Traditional Custodians and Sovereign People of the Aboriginal land. CESPHN recognise their continuing connection to land, water, community and pay respect to Elders past, present and future.