Thursday 10 March 2022 5:30pm – 6:30pm With COVID-19 numbers in WA increasing, people with diabetes are being encouraged to make sure they have a sick day plan so they know what to do if they become unwell. This session will explore what a sick day plan is and the particular considerations for people with type 1 diabetes using insulin injections and those using an insulin pump. Register here.
Monday 14 March 2022 2:00pm – 3:00pm This webinar will discuss how mental health conditions can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. It will help health professionals to identify who needs to be screened and what can be done to help reduce the risk. This session will also discuss how mental health issues may impact on the management of diabetes. Register for this session here.
17 March 2022 9:00am-12:00pm (AEST) Emergency Service Workers are one of the high-risk groups for trauma exposure and are more vulnerable to developing mental health problems. These mental health conditions have significant impact on their employment, family, relationships and wellbeing. This online interactive workshop focuses on diagnosis and referral pathways to support the management of emergency service workers. REGISTER HERE.
Thursday 17 March 2022 12:30pm-1:30pm WST Telehealth Professional Education Program for country WA Health Professionals: • Allied Health • Primary Practice Nursing • Inpatient Nursing Presenter: Luke Hays, National Stroke Foundation, State Manager Western and South Australia Click here to register. For further information or to receive notice of upcoming sessions contact: E: tracswa@health.wa.gov.au P: 9431 2351
Thursday 17 March 2022 5:30pm – 6:30pm People with diabetes have an increased risk of morbidity and mortality if they get COVID-19. Does everyone with diabetes have the same level of risk? What are the conversations that health professionals can be having with people who have diabetes to help them reduce their risk and to manage their diabetes if they do get COVID-19? Register here.
Date: Friday 18 March 2022 Time: 1.00pm-2.00pm This session is designed for General Practitioners, Practice Nurses and other health professionals. You are invited to register to attend a free webinar on “Paediatric Cough: Is it asthma?" presented by Paediatric Respiratory Specialist, Dr Stephen Oo. This webinar will cover: • Understanding the presenting patient • Indicators for Paediatric Asthma • When to refer to a specialist Presenter: Dr Stephen Oo, Paediatric Respiratory Consultant, Asthma WA’s Paediatric Respiratory Hub, Perth Children's Hospital, Fiona Stanley Hospital. Register here.
Starts: 21 March 2022 Duration: three weeks Enrol here. East Metropolitan Health Service in partnership with the University of Newcastle, funded by Health Networks, has developed the following two free online courses as part of the implementation of the WA Healthy Weight Action Plan 2019 - 2024. This course builds on the Nutrition Communication for Health Professionals: Key concepts course and has a strong focus on developing and applying skills in brief nutrition-related communication of key messages to support early intervention and management of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. You will learn: key concepts related to effective brief communication...
22 March 2022 2:00pm-5:00pm (AEST) Emergency Service Workers are one of the high-risk groups for trauma exposure and are more vulnerable to developing mental health problems. These mental health conditions have significant impact on their employment, family, relationships and wellbeing. This online interactive workshop focuses on diagnosis and referral pathways to support the management of emergency service workers. REGISTER HERE.
Tuesday 22 March 2022 1:00pm – 2:00pm Hosted by Diabetes WA This session will explore the causes, treatments and management strategies for people with CF related diabetes. Register for this session here.
The two day course will be facilitated by a team of experienced emergency physicians with extensive pre course materials including a USB of the course skills and drills being provided to each participant prior to attending. The REACT+ course includes medical emergencies, major trauma and cardiac arrest in children and adults as well as associated lifesaving procedural skills training. It is highly interactive and participants are predominantly involved in emergency skills stations and simulated scenarios. Successful completion of REACT+ course is acceptable evidence towards meeting the WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Emergency Department (ED) credentialing requirements (ED workshops component) Please...
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