14 April 2021
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Dear subscriber,
Welcome to this week's edition of Sydney Health Weekly.
Sydney Health Weekly is your one-stop-shop for primary health news and events within the central and eastern Sydney region.
COVID-19 UPDATE
Check the NSW Health website for COVID-19 updates.
For local advice visit the CESPHN coronavirus webpage.
For COVID-19 vaccine advice, please visit our COVID-19 Vaccine webpage.
Follow our social media channels for regular updates on the COVID-19 vaccine and other critical information for health professionals:
This week's update covers:
- COVID-19 vaccine roll-out
- COVID-19 vaccine advice
- COVID-19 vaccine training update
- and MORE!
WEEKLY VIDEO
CESPHN After Hours social media series: Know your after hours options
This video is part of our After Hours social media campaign, which encourages community members to use after hours GP services in our region.
In the past month, this campaign has reached over 100,000 Facebook users.
This one is subtitled in Nepali. We also have Chinese, Spanish, Bengali and Arabic versions. The campaign is sent out across Facebook and Instagram.
Please visit our Youtube page to access these videos. If you have any questions regarding After Hours, contact the CESPHN Population Health team at populationhealth@cesphn.com.au
LATEST NEWS
Immunisation weekly update
Keep up to date with the latest immunisation news for health professionals on our website
Read about:
- Conversations about MenB vaccination
- Updated AstraZeneca recommendations
- How long AZ vaccines can be stored once opened?
If you need any support or have any questions, please email: immunisation@cesphn.com.au
Follow our social media channels for regular updates on the COVID-19 vaccine and other critical information for health professionals:
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine doses for RACF residents
Primary Health Networks (PHNs) are working to implement local solutions to ensure access to people who missed out on their second Pfizer dose at a residential aged care facility (RACF).
The Department of Health has updated its COVID-19 vaccine doses policy. The updated policy specifies that people should only be vaccinated if they expect to be at the facility to receive both doses. The policy also provides that first doses should not be administered at a second dose clinic.
If your facility is aware of people who have missed a second Pfizer dose, please email:
j.cardoso@cesphn.com.au
CESPHN has developed a new Immunisation in RACFs website with information and resources to support immunisation within Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs)
Ordering vaccines in RACFs
Influenza vaccines in RACFs
COVID-19 vaccines in RACFs
CESPHN WEBINAR: Clinician Vaccine Integrated Platform
This webinar will equip staff from COVID vaccination clinics with a sound knowledge of how to use the Clinician Vaccine Integrated Platform (CVIP).
When: Wednesday, 21 April Lunch and Learn | 12.30pm - 1.15pm
Where: Online
Points: Attendees can self-report this activity as CPD with their governing body
Target audience: GPs, Pharmacists, Practice Nurses, Practice Managers and Practice Staff
SLHD Project ECHO Autumn Series 2021
Sydney LHD is running two Project ECHO programs from April to June 2021.
All primary healthcare professionals who support people with mental health conditions are welcome.
Click a program of interest below for more information or apply for a program here.
New Service Navigation for Psychosocial Support
Central and Eastern Sydney PHN’s new service navigation for Psychosocial Support has been created to help support people identify and locate the right mental health services for them.
It can be accessed by consumers, their families and carers, GPs, allied health and community practitioners.
The service enables early and easy access to health services by promoting available psychosocial programs in our region.
Access Service Navigation via phone or email:
P: 1800 317 526
E: servicenavigation@cesphn.com.au
CESPHN WEBINAR: Clinician Vaccine Integrated Platform
Join us for this Lunch and Learn webinar on Vaccine Integrated Platform.
When: Wednesday, 21 April Lunch and Learn | 12.30pm - 1.15pm
Where: Online
Points: Attendees can self-report this activity as CPD with their governing body
Target audience: GPs, practice nurses, Practice Managers, Practice Staff and Pharmacists
RACGP Practice to Practice program
The RACGP’s Practice to Practice program connects general practices in diverse geographical areas to increase peer support, enhance professional development, grow locum pools, and provide a greater service offering for patients.
The program encourages GPs to go beyond their every day and experience life and work in a different practice setting.
SESLHD improving communications of patient care information
South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) and Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD) will be using secure messaging solutions of Argus, HealthLink and Medical Objects to send Inpatient Admissions, Transfer to HITH (Hospital In The Home) ward and Discharge notifications to GPs.
Please note, this will take affect from April 13th, 2021. Faxing of Inpatient admission and discharge notifications will cease on this date.
To be able to receive patient care information successfully, please ensure you are connected to a secure messaging solution such as Argus, HealthLink or Medical Objects. If you require any assistance with this, please contact CESPHNs Digital Health team via digitalhealth@cesphn.com.au
CESPHN WEBINAR: Life After Lockdown and Adjusting to the New Normal : Session 1
An interactive masterclass series for Reception and Administrative staff.
When: Wednesday, 28 April, 6.30pm – 8.00pm
Where: Online
Points: Attendees can self-report this activity as CPD with their governing body
Target audience: Reception & Administrative staff
How GPs can assist older people impacted by COVID restrictions
Relationships Australia NSW’s Reconnect Wellbeing Support is a free service for older Australians experiencing feelings of isolation and disconnection as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Reconnect service is designed for over 65s, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders over 55 who live in the central and eastern Sydney area.
You can expect:
- A friendly 1-2 hour conversation with a qualified professional
- Personalised support to help identify services and steps to reach your desired outcomes
- Appointments can be conducted online, over the phone, or in person (following COVID-19 safe procedures). There is also access to interpreters and cultural translation services.
eReferrals to the Sydney Local Health District SmartForms Information Webinar
General Practices using Best Practice, Genie and Medical Director can take advantage of Healthlink SmartForms to send eReferrals directly from their software, with significant part of the eReferral pre-populated from the patient file.
The solution is user friendly, fully electronic, time efficient and secure. Over 45 SLHD clinics are now connected.
Take advantage of learning more about this innovative way of referring to the SLHD. Sarah Friend, eReferral Project Officer and Paul Bennett, Program Manager HealthPathways Sydney and SLHD eReferral Project will conduct a demonstration of how eReferrals are generated in Best Practice and Medical Director software, as well as updating you on most recent developments and answer any of your questions. For more information contact Alex Dolezal at a.dolezal@cesphn.com.au
CESPHN WEBINAR: Multidisciplinary collaboration on GP management plans
This session, presented by Dr Martina Gleeson focuses on collaborative communication skills for allied health with GPs.
When: Thursday, 22 April 7.00pm – 8.00pm
Where: Online
Target audience: Allied Health Professionals
New Oesophageal Disorders Service at St Vincent's Hospital
The St Vincent's Centre for Swallowing & Oesophageal Disorders has opened in St Vincent's Hospital and provides a highly specialised, world-class diagnostic and therapeutic service to patients across NSW with complex oesophageal disorders.
Primary health providers should be aware aware that this service is open to referral from general practitioners and is one of only a handful of its kind in Australia.
CESPHN WEBINAR: E-Referrals to SLHD Healthlink SmartForms - Information webinar
This Interactive lunchtime webinar for GPs and practice staff will focus on submitting electronic referrals using Healthlink SmartForms technology.
When: Thursday 29 April, Lunch and Learn 12.00 pm - 12.45 pm
Where: Online
Points: Attendees can self-report this activity as CPD with their governing body
Target audience: GPs, Practice Managers and Practice Staff
NDIA - Release of Autism Paper
The NDIA is seeking feedback on the most appropriate and best practice early childhood intervention supports for children on the autism spectrum, to be funded under the NDIS.
On the 30th of March, the Agency released a consultation paper, ‘Interventions for children on the autism spectrum’.
The paper aims to stimulate conversation with participants, families, carers and the wider sector on what should be considered reasonable and necessary supports for children with autism.
The Community Engagement and Communication Branch will be running a series of consultation sessions available on the Events page of their website.
Allied health services in Residential Aged Care Facilities
Additional access to Allied Health services for residents in Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs) is currently available as part of the Government's ongoing COVID-19 response.
The new temporary Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) items for Allied Health services give residents in RACFs access to:
- An additional 5 sessions of selected physical Allied Health services
- A total of 20 sessions of individual psychological services each year.
These items are available until 30 June, 2022.
CESPHN WEBINAR: Eating Disorders: management and referral. Hazelhurst CPD series
Join us for the latest update in the field of Eating Disorders, care coordination and Medicare items.
When: Thursday, 29 April 7.30pm – 9.00pm
Where: Online
Target audience: GPs, Clinical Psychologist, Psychologists, OTs, Dietitians, Exercise Physiologists
EVENTS
Recorded CPD education sessions
We have library of recorded CPD education and practice support resources. These videos cover a range of topics and can be self-reported as CPD education. You can find these videos on the CESPHN YouTube page here.
GP JOBS
This page lists the healthcare positions vacant and rooms for rent within our region at this current time. All enquiries should be made to the relevant contact noted on each job listing.
AHP JOBS
This page lists the healthcare positions vacant and rooms for rent within our region at this current time. All enquiries should be made to the relevant contact noted on each job listing.
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