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Asthma and Pregnancy – The importance of breathing for two | Online Webinar

Online Webinar WA, Australia

You are invited to register to attend a free webinar on Asthma and Pregnancy presented by Asthma WA Clinical Nurse Specialist Kate Hipwell. Register for our webinar to learn more: Management of asthma pre, during and post pregnancy Identify goals and steps to effectively manage asthma in pregnancy Understand the maternal and perinatal risks associated with asthma during pregnancy Presenter: Kate Hipwell, Asthma WA, Clinical Nurse Specialist Once you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email with dial-in details.   Register HERE

Light Up Hedland for World Suicide Presentation Day

Cemetery Beach Park Port Hedland, Western Australia, Australia

World Suicide Prevention Day is an annual awareness day held on the 10th of September every year. This year StandBy Pilbara, with support from the Pilbara Aboriginal Health Alliance and the Town of Port Hedland, will be hosting a Reflective vigil on Friday 8th of September from 6pm at the Cemetery Beach Park. Below is some information on World Suicide Prevention Day from the World Health Organisation: “Creating Hope Through Action” Suicide is a major public health problem with far-reaching social, emotional and economic consequences. It is estimated that there are currently more than 700 000 suicides per year worldwide,...

Hump Day Health Sessions

Hump Day Health Sessions

Online Event WA, Australia

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...

Workshop: Emergency Airway Skills Management | Hedland

Hedland WA, Australia

This Rural Health West CPD workshop is designed to assist health professionals to develop and practise skills essential in unexpected crises, particularly with problem airways. Delivered in WA Country Health Service facilities, this workshop has a heavy emphasis on teamwork and the organisation of medical emergency teams incorporating presentations, skill stations and scenario-based crises with simulation manikins (SimMan and baby). Eligibility: GP anaesthetists and theatre staff. Priority is given to those working in the local region. Should places be available, emergency department doctors and nurses are invited to register. Length: One day – 8.00am-4.30pm Cost: $50 The cost of this workshop is...

Kidsafe WA in the Pilbara | September 2023 visit!

The Kidsafe WA team is excited to be travelling to the Pilbara region this month to deliver their free community workshops and primary school incursions. To have Kidsafe WA visit your school or organisation, please email Tracy@kidsafewa.com.au or call 0428 875 503. Many thanks to Horizon Power for supporting these visits.

PHPN Diabetes Education Event | Karratha

Karratha International Hotel Corner of Hillview and Millstream Roads, Karratha, WA, Australia

Education topic: Management of paediatrics diabetes in a remote setting, strategies for patient care and joint care arrangements to improve patient outcomes. The Pilbara Health Professional Network invites our local health professionals to our Karratha Diabetes Education event. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from the Perth Children’s Hospital travelling diabetes team. They will be discussing diabetes management (type one and two and other endocrine conditions) to upskill local practitioners on new technology and strategies for managing people with diabetes, especially in a rural context. Perth Children’s Hospital travelling diabetes team: Dr Vinutha Shetty Paediatric endocrinologist Nola Harrington Diabetes...

Trauma-informed care: Therapies and approaches to improve your practice | Online Webinar

Webinar Event WA, Australia

Register for this webinar to hear the unique perspectives of practitioners from three different specialty areas as they explore new and creative ways practitioners can provide trauma-informed care in daily practice. Attend this webinar to: •  Explore diverse therapies and perspectives from experts specialising in innovative psychotherapy, art therapy, adventure therapy and more. •  Learn how to communicate effectively with practitioners from a range of disciplines, enhancing your ability to provide comprehensive support to those affected by trauma. •  Discover different stages of life where trauma can occur and how practitioners can support clients through providing trauma-informed care. Panel Graham Pringle (Youth Worker,...

Medications for Chronic Kidney Disease |

Online Webinar WA, Australia

Health professionals, do you know how to adjust kidney cleared medications for an individual with CKD to minimize potential adverse effects? Find out how by joining Kidney Health Australia and Senior Pharmacist, Carla Scuderi. Using a case study example of an individual with diabetes, this activity outlines the steps required to confirm a CKD diagnosis as well as guidance on what medicines slow the progression of CKD while reducing the risk of CVD. Practical tips on how to utilise the eGFR to adjust medication dosing will also be discussed. RACGP/ACRRM CPD EA hours - 1 (pending approval) Enquiries: primary.care@kidney.org.au Make...

General practice in a rapidly changing world – New treatments for Alzheimer’s disease are almost upon us | Online Webinar

Online Webinar WA, Australia

Presented by WA Primary Health Alliance Tuesday 26 September (5.30-6.30pm AWST) Join this upcoming webinar hosted by Dr Norman Swan, with Prof Leon Flicker, Prof Amy Brodtmann and Dr Simon Torvaldsen, as they discuss the latest advances in Alzheimer’s treatment. This webinar will explore what else is on the horizon, what other interventions should still be used, and how the focus on intervention has shifted to early dementia. Register now View the flyer here