Health

WAAC is holding monthly lunchtime health sessions for anyone who works in sexual health or a related field to gain updates and insights about HIV and STIs. Every second Wednesday of the month at 12.30pm, tune in on Teams for a 30–40-minute information session on topics surrounding HIV, sexual health and WAAC services. There will be time for questions and discussion. The aim of these sessions is to give you the tools and information you need to support your staff and/colleagues in the sector and promote important health messaging. Date: Second Wednesday of each month, next session - Wednesday 14 September...

Duration 6 hours  Program Outline This blended learning workshop aims to increase health professionals’ skill and confidence in taking a detailed suicide history and developing a collaborative management plan to increase the safety of people planning suicide. The workshop provides practical tools for health professionals managing the full spectrum of suicide risk presentations including the acute suicidal crisis, care after a suicide attempt and assisting families experiencing suicide bereavement. This program combines online interactive sessions, case discussion and self-directed learning modules. Module 1: Self-directed learning Duration: 1.5 hours Modality: Online module Module 2: Advanced Training in Suicide Prevention Duration: 3 hours Modality: Online interactive...

Half of all mental illnesses start during early high school by 14 years. At this critical stage of development, 40% of teens will experience significant sleep problems, which can heighten their risk of developing anxiety or depression in the future. By addressing ways to get high quality sleep, we set the foundations to promote emotional, social and physical wellbeing and academic performance, now and in the future. Despite this, sleep can often be overlooked as an essential factor in optimal mental health.   Join us as we explore the impact of sleep on young people and how you can use...

Half of all mental illnesses start during early high school by 14 years. At this critical stage of development, 40% of teens will experience significant sleep problems, which can heighten their risk of developing anxiety or depression in the future. By addressing ways to get high quality sleep, we set the foundations to promote emotional, social and physical wellbeing and academic performance, now and in the future. Despite this, sleep can often be overlooked as an essential factor in optimal mental health.   Join us as we explore the impact of sleep on young people and how you can use...

Evidence based digital resources are an effective and efficient way to support the mental health treatment of patients when used well. Yet, few of us know how to introduce these tools to our patients nor how to use them as an ongoing method of treatment. This live webinar will discuss the benefits of using digital mental health tools with patients, how to use them effectively plus how to find tools and, recommend those that are proven to work. Accreditation Accredited for 2 hours CPD: Educational Activity Suitable for Allied Health, Counsellors, GP Registrars, GPs Learning Objectives • Identify reliable online resources...