16 September 2020
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
NSW Health is concerned that COVID-19 may be circulating undetected in the community. Please arrange immediate testing for anyone with compatible symptoms, even if mild.
In the past week (7 September to 13 September) there have been 18 new cases of COVID-19 in our region. City of Sydney (East) LGA, Randwick LGA, Sutherland LGA, Waverley LGA and Woollahra LGA remain areas identified for increased testing and surveillance.
Check the NSW Health website for COVID-19 updates.
For local advice visit the CESPHN coronavirus webpage.
VOX POP
Vox pop with Kym Pottinger, Paediatric Physiotherapist at
Metropolitan Physiotherapy Caringbah
In this week’s Vox Pop Kym Pottinger discusses the effect of COVID-19 on posture, the adaptations her organisation has made and how she uses telehealth.
LATEST NEWS
Primary Health Quarterly is out now!
The spring edition of our quarterly magazine has a focus on cancer.
Endometrial cancer accounts for 95% of uterine cancer diagnoses
A guide for general practitioners has been developed by Cancer Australia to assist GPs in managing aspects of follow-up care and support for women following completion of active treatment for low-risk endometrial cancer. Read more here! https://bit.ly/2GJ2rWJ
EOI for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Regional Plan Implementation Committee GP representative
The Implementation Committee is seeking a GP representative. Be involved in ensuring the implementation of actions in the mental health and suicide prevention regional plan. Applications close 1 October 2020.
Update from RPA Diabetes Centre
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, RPA Diabetes Centre is not currently able to provide comprehensive complications screening. All referrals are triaged and clinically complex cases will be offered a face-to-face appointment, all other appointments will be via telehealth.
For queries, please contact the RPA Diabetes Centre on (02) 9515‑5888.
EOI for After Hours Advisory Committee GP representative
We are seeking expressions of interest from general practitioners to join the CESPHN After Hours Advisory Committee. The committee provides support, leadership and guidance to the Central and Eastern Sydney PHN After Hours program. Members of the committee work within the region and share expert knowledge from within their fields at quarterly committee meetings.
Recording Indigenous status on the Australian Immunisation Register
Vaccination providers can now record Indigenous status directly on the AIR. This helps identify the clinically correct vaccination schedule. Additional vaccines are provided on the National Immunisation Program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. AIR Indigenous status will not be recorded on any other government database and it does not need to be the same as Medicare.
Feedback sought on the 2020 influenza vaccination program
NSW Health is seeking feedback from immunisation providers about the 2020 Influenza Vaccination Program via this survey. Information provided is anonymous and feedback will help inform planning for the 2021 program, including vaccine forecasting and program management, and may also assist with planning for a potential COVID-19 vaccination program should a vaccine become available.
Catch-up schedule now displayed on AIR Immunisation History Statement
From February 2020, if a person is on an approved immunisation catch-up schedule registered on the AIR, it will display on the top of the immunisation history statement, including the date.
This will help give a complete picture of a patient’s immunisation status and give parents and guardians evidence of a child’s vaccination status for childcare or school entry.
GP Liaison in Alcohol and other Drug Project (GLAD)
GLAD is the General Practice Liaison in Alcohol and Other Drugs Project. The service provides specialist advice, support and referral options to GPs managing patients with chronic and complex drug and alcohol issues. Support is available from Drug Health Services in Sydney and South Eastern Sydney Local Health Districts and St Vincent's Health Network.
Join a community of clinical educators supporting the future allied health workforce!
Sydney Medical School would like to invite you to become a Clinical Supervisor in the new MD program launched this year. Clinical Supervisors facilitate medical students' exposure to patient care in non-hospital settings, including allied health, on a series of “community days”. This role is essential in educating future clinicians about primary and community-based healthcare and is a rewarding experience for health professionals.
Tell us what you think about SES HealthPathways
South Eastern Sydney (SES) HealthPathways is being evaluated and we are seeking your feedback.
The survey should only take 3 minutes and gives you an opportunity to let us know what we can do better.
Responses are required by Wednesday 23 September, 7pm.
If you have any questions contact Anna McGlynn (PM):
anna.mcglynn@health.nsw.gov.au
NDIS education and training for primary health providers and specialist intellectual disability health teams workshop webinars are available now
Free online support group for 7-12 year olds who have a sibling with a disability
Koorana runs an after school club for children aged 7-12, who have a brother or a sister with a disability. Free Zoom Sessions run every second Monday from 5.00 pm - 6.00 pm. The children play games, receive free resources and get to meet other children who also have a sibling with a disability. For further information please call 02 9750 4100 or email enquiries@koorana.org.au
NDIS - Early Childhood Provider report form
The new Early Childhood Provider Report Form guides providers to write reports to the NDIA. The reports are required for the NDIS plan review process for children under seven years.
Upcoming Annual General Meetings for member companies
All members will have received an invitation to their respective member company AGM which are being held during October and November.
All meetings will be held via GoToMeeting this year. To RSVP contact Sue Moxon 9304 8720 s.moxon@cesphn.com.au
EVENTS
Recorded CPD education sessions
Central and Eastern Sydney PHN has a library of recorded CPD education. 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.
Our CPD program is now fully online!
Men’s Health Prostate Cancer
St Vincent’s Private and St Vincent’s Clinic CPD series
RACGP Points: 3
On: Thursday 24 September, 7.00 pm - 8.30 pm
For: GPs
Pain and behaviour management in the elderly
Hazlehurst CPD series
RACGP Points: 3
On: Thursday 24 September, 7.30 pm - 9.00 pm
For: GPs and Pharmacists
Managing Liver Disease in General Practice
RACGP points: 3
On: Wednesday 30 September, 7.00 pm - 8.30 pm
For: GPs, PNs, Pharmacists
Electronic Prescriptions Q+A session for Prescribers and Dispensers
On: Monday 28 September, 6.30 pm - 8.30 pm
For: GPs and Pharmacists
Getting ahead: advancements in ENT care
Prince of Wales Private Hospital series
RACGP points: 4
On: Wednesday 7 October, 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm
For: GPs
Direct Access Colonoscopy (DAC) and primary care
St Vincent’s Health Network in collaboration with The Cancer Institute NSW
On: Thursday 8 October, 7.00 pm - 8.30 pm
For: GPs
ANSC Hypertension Update
RACGP points: 3
ANSC points: 3
On: Tuesday 13 October, 7.00 pm - 8.30 pm
For: GPs
Cancer assessment, survivorship and referral pathways
Chris O’Brien Lifehouse CPD series
RACGP points: 3
On: Wednesday 14 October, 7.00 pm - 8.30 pm
For: GPs
The Early Years – the foundation for future child health and well-being
CESPHN in collaboration with the Sydney Institute for Women, children and their families
RACGP points: 3
On: Tuesday 20 October, 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm
For: GPs, PNs, AHPs
Improving the skills and knowledge of allied health professionals in care for cancer patients and survivors
On: Tuesday 21 October 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm
For: AHPs
Health of people with intellectual disability – Specific conditions across the lifespan
On: Tuesday 21 October 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm
For: GPs, PNs, PMs, Practice Staff, AHP, Pharmacists, Community Organisations
Motivational Interviewing – how to have a difficult conversation
On: Wednesday, 28 October, 7.00 pm – 8.30 pm
For: GPs and AHPs
Managing lower urinary tract symptoms
Hazelhurst CPD series
RACGP points: 3
On: Thursday 29 October, 7.30pm – 9.00pm
For: GPs
As always, we would love to hear your thoughts. If you would like to submit an article, have content suggestions, or would like to provide feedback, please email editor@cesphn.com.au.
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