Spotlight on homelessness inner Sydney - ten years of street counts!
February 2018 marked ten years of the City of Sydney will conducting its bi-annual street count which began in 2008. Street counts aim to collect accurate and up-to-date information about the number of people sleeping rough in the local area. Two street counts take place in February and August every year, between the hours of 1.00 am and 3.00 am. 
Click here for more information. 

Resource: iNDISpensable
The final countdown has begun to Full Scheme on 1 July 2018. Some key information such as the committee table's report, some common questions regarding psychosocial disability within the NDIS, and more have been distributed through the iNDISpensable newsletter created by NSW Health.
Click here to be put on the distribution list.

New - HF Companion digital coach
As part of the Staying Well at Home project, CESPHN is piloting a heart failure program in the Canterbury and Sutherland local government areas seeking better outcomes for patients aged 75 years and over with heart failure. The Heart Failure (HF) Companion program is an eight-week self-paced program that blends education and motivational support.
Click here for more information.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine Gardasil®9 on the National Immunisation Program
From January 2018, the 9-valent HPV vaccine Gardasil®9 (in an age dependent two dose schedule) replaces the 4-valent HPV vaccine (Gardasil®), on the National Immunisation Program (NIP). Individuals aged approximately 12 to 13 years will be offered Gardasil®9 through school-based vaccination programs. The role of the health provider is important in helping ensure good vaccine coverage across Australia, including administering doses missed at school and educating parents about the benefits of the HPV vaccine.
Click here for more information. 

'Enhanced' flu vaccines for Australians aged 65 years and over
The Australian Government has announced it will be providing two new ground-breaking flu vaccines to all Australians aged 65 years and over, under the National Immunisation Program from April 2018. These new vaccines – Fluad® and Fluzone High Dose® – were registered in Australia to specifically provide increased protection for people aged 65 years and older. These new trivalent (three strain) vaccines work in over 65s by generating a strong immune response and are more effective for this age group in protecting against influenza. These vaccines have been specifically made for the elderly, as their immune systems respond less effectively to vaccines. 
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Complexity, care and compassion: the way forward in the provision of mental health services
This event will provide an overview of mental health services and shared care arrangements including local referral and support options. This event is designed to build the health and medical neighbourhood of the RPA HealthOne, Green Square. Presenters include Dr Andrew McDonald, Dr Kathleen Smith and Julie Bohan. 
Click here for more information and to register. 

Hepatitis C new treatments course
This free course is designed to strengthen the capacity of clinical staff working in primary care settings to effectively test for, treat and manage hepatitis C. 
Date: 10.00 am - 3.00 pm, Saturday 24 March 2018
Location: Rydges Sydney Central, 28 Albion St, Surry Hills
Click here for more information. 

Healthy feet are happy feet!
Do you have a patient with diabetes and foot ulceration? If so, High Risk Foot Services within Sydney Local Health District can help! Patients with diabetes-related foot ulcers or those with suspected acute charcot neuroarthropathy can be referred for specialised multidisciplinary management to the Diabetes Centre RPAH or Concord Hospital, High Risk Foot Services.
Click here for more information. 

Event: Identifying and Responding to Adult Survivors of Childhood Trauma
We are excited to be running an education event for GPs working with, or wanting to work with, people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Date: 6.30 pm - 9.00 pm, 28 March 2018
Location: Chris O’Brien Life house, 119-143 Missenden Road, Camperdown
Click here to register. 

St George Hospital Early Pregnancy Assessment Service
Women experiencing vaginal bleeding during the first trimester of pregnancy may attend this service. Please encourage women to attend on time at 8 am or they may have to return the following day. For significant pain or vaginal bleeding, please refer to the Emergency Department.
Click here for more information. 

Complexity, care and compassion: the way forward in the provision of mental health services
This event will provide an overview of mental health services and shared care arrangements including local referral and support options. This event is designed to build the health and medical neighbourhood of the RPA HealthOne, Green Square. Presenters include Dr Andrew McDonald, Dr Kathleen Smith and Julie Bohan. 
Click here for more information and to register. 

Healthy feet are happy feet!
Do you have a patient with diabetes and foot ulceration? If so, High Risk Foot Services within Sydney Local Health District can help! Patients with diabetes-related foot ulcers or those with suspected acute charcot neuroarthropathy can be referred for specialised multidisciplinary management to the Diabetes Centre RPAH or Concord Hospital, High Risk Foot Services.
Click here for more information. 

National Disability Services - NDIS Education

At:    Ashfield Office, L1 158 Liverpool Rd
On:   Tuesday 6 March 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs, AHPs, PNs

Advances in Interventional Pain Management and Rehabilitation plus update on Codeine Rescheduling

At:    The Sydney Private Hospital, 63 Victoria St, Ashfield
On:   Thursday 8 March 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations
For:  GPs

Caring for Carers: What You Need to Know as a Health Professional

At:    Ashfield Office, L1 158 Liverpool Rd
On:   Tuesday 13 March 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs, AHPs, PNs

2018 Immunisation Update

Time: 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations
For:   GPs, PNs

• Wednesday 14 March - Chris O'Brien Lifehouse Education Centre, L5, 119-143 Missenden Rd, Camperdown
• Tuesday 27 March - Prince of Wales Private Hospital, L7 Conference Room, Barker St, Randwick
• Tuesday 10 April - Torwood Lounge, 247 Rocky Point Rd, Sans Souci

Please note: there sessions have the same content. Please register for one session only.

NDIS - Mental Health Psychosocial Disability

At:    Kogarah Office, L3 15 Kensington St
On:   Thursday 15 March 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs, AHPs, PNs

Safety Plan and Suicide Pathways

At:    Kogarah Office, L3 15 Kensington St
On:   Tuesday 20 March 6.00 pm dinner, 6.30 pm presentation
For:  GPs, AHPs, PNs

NDIA - NDIS The Allied Health Experience

At:    Ashfield Office, L1 158 Liverpool Rd
On:   Tuesday 20 March 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs, AHPs, PNs

Concord Hospital Medical Updates

At:    Canada Bay Club, 4 William St, Five Dock
On:   Wednesday 21 March 7.00 pm dinner and presentation
For:  GPs, AHPs, PNs

Building a Successful Partnership: General Practice and Hospitals working together as a team

At:    Torwood Lounge, 247 Rocky Point Rd, Sans Souci
On:   Wednesday 21 March 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentation
For:  GPs, AHPs, PNs

Cultural Awareness Training

At:    POWP Private Hospital, L7 Conference Room, Barker St, Randwick
On:   Wednesday 21 March 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations
For:  GPs, AHPs, PNs, practice administration staff

Complexity, Care and Compassion - The way Forward in the Provision of Mental Health Services

At:    Green Square Community Centre
On:   Thursday 22 March 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations
For:  GPs, AHPs, PNs

Identifying and Responding to Adult Survivors of Childhood Trauma

At:    Education Centre, L5 Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, 119-143 Missenden Rd, Camperdown
On:   Wednesday 28 March 6.30 pm dinner, 7.00 pm presentations
For:  GPs

Practice Nurse Networking Meeting

At:    Ashfield Office, L1 158 Liverpool Rd
On:   Wednesday 28 March 6.00 pm dinner, 6.30 pm presentation
For:  PNs

Hazelhurst CPD Series - Gastroenterology 

At:    Hazelhurst Gallery, 782 The Kingsway, Gymea
On:   Thursday 29 March 6.30 pm dinner, 7.30 pm presentations
For:  GPs

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