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With a focus on self-harm and suicide in adolescence, this program will assist clinicians to manage youth in distress, self-harm and suicidality. The program has been designed to build on the current level of skills of participants and to further develop confidence in undertaking risk assessment and safety planning for youth in distress. Module 1 will need to be completed prior to the commencement of module 2. CPD certificates will be given after completion of all 4 modules in their entirety. Times: Modules 2, 3 & 4 run between 9am-4pm, including breaks. Suitable for: Counsellors, Counsellor - School, Psychologists, Youth...

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 Module 2: Advanced Training in Suicide Prevention Module 3: Case Discussion Group Accreditation: 40 Accredited Activity CPD points (RACGP) 4...

This basic vascular access cannulation workshop is designed for nurses who intend to perform peripheral venous vascular access cannulations in patients with the purpose to either withdraw venous bloods (blood sampling) and / or to insert a peripheral intravenous catheter  (PIVC) to establish a vascular access pathway for intravenous fluid supply in a fluid depleted patient or for the administration of intravenous medication. When:   Friday, 10 March 2023 Where:  Edith Cowan University, Bunbury Time:     8.00am to 12.00pm Cost:       $319.00 For more information on this workshop and to register visit the link below: https://ecu.geniussis.com/Registration.aspx  

Registrations for the Rural Health West CPD workshop: Toxicological Emergencies (TOX) being held in Perth on Friday 10 March 2023 are now open! Workshop details This Rural Health West CPD workshop, presented by leading specialists in their field, has been designed to offer practising rural medical practitioners an update in toxicological emergencies. This one-day workshop stream covers general and specific topics related to poisoning and local toxicology, using an interactive tutorial format concentrating on small group discussions of case scenarios. The workshop content includes: Understand the pathophysiology and clinical effects of common envenomation (snake, spider and marine). Improve ability to decide on patient disposition...

Long Service Awards are presented to general practitioners and medical specialists who have served rural and regional Western Australia for over 20 years.  These awards recognise the extensive commitment to providing health services, often to many generations of the same family and their continued involvement in the community. Nominations are not required for this category. The recipients of Long Service Awards are identified through the Rural Health West database and will be notified personally. Awards for 20, 30 and 40 years of service will be presented on Friday 10 March 2023 at a special Long Service Awards Ceremony and Cocktail Function. WA...

This course intends to teach healthcare professionals in the practical skill of using point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in a  non-invasive process prior to venous access cannulations. The hands-on half-day workshop will be facilitated by Dr. Ulrich Steinwandel who has been working in haemodialysis units in Europe and Australia for over twenty years and has broad experience using this technique successfully when cannulating patients who are attending haemodialysis to establish a vascular access in arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs). When:   Saturday, 11 March 2023 Where:  Edith Cowan University, Bunbury Time:     9.00am to 1.00pm Cost:       $319.00 For more information on this workshop...

The Excellence Awards are a rare chance to shine the spotlight on rural health professionals who have dedicated their time and talents to improving the health and wellbeing of others. The stories of previous winners and finalists are remarkable, heart-warming and inspiring. Previous recipients have achieved excellence in their profession and demonstrated above and beyond commitment, proving compassionate care and keeping rural communities healthy. WA Rural Health Excellence Awards Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner Saturday 11 March 2023  |  6.30pm - midnight  |  Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre Cost: $160 per person (complimentary for award finalists and a guest) Dress: Cocktail Congratulations...

Health Professionals are invited to a FREE Education webinar on ‘Asthma Medications – Device Technique Explained.’ Health professionals can play a key role to ensure people use their asthma inhalers correctly. Up to 90% of people with asthma are incorrectly using their inhalers – this can have a significant impact on managing their asthma. Find out where people are going wrong and how you can correct and help improve their asthma control and quality of life. Register for our webinar to learn more. Discussing device technique with your patients or customers Choosing the right inhaler device Explaining correct asthma inhaler...

Join GPs Dr Grace Phua and Dr Daniel Hunt as well as Dr Alex Shivarev, Communicable Disease Control Directorate for an update on the syphilis outbreak in Western Australia. This practical webinar will cover the basic epidemiology followed by an update on what GPs need to know. We'll cover the priority populations, congenital syphilis and identify the opportunities to test in general practice. You'll have the opportunity to ask questions throughout the webinar. If you have a question prior, you can submit it upon registration. Delivered in partnership with the WA Department of Health. Your panel: Dr Grace Phua, Metropolitan...