Events

Date: Wednesday 16th February 2022 Time: 1.00-2.00pm REGISTER HERE. Presenter: Charlotte Steed, Chronic Conditions Coordinator/Physiotherapist, Bunbury Health Campus This session is designed for General Practitioners, Practice Nurses and other health professionals. This webinar will cover: Review the criteria for prescribing home oxygen in the regions. Describe how to complete the referral form Understand the importance of continued care and contact with a patient  

Thursday 17 February 2022 9:00am-1:30 pm (registration 8:45am) Quality Lighthouse, Carey street, Bunbury This interactive session will utilise group discussion and case studies to provide participants with a greater understanding of palliative care and how it can be implemented within the facilities they work. Topics covered: • palliative approach • communication skills • advance care planning • symptom recognition and understanding • end of life care TARGET GROUP: Health Professionals working in aged care facilities; Patient Care Assistants, Nurses, Facility Managers, Allied Health Professionals. PRESENTERS: Jan Stiberc, South West Palliative Care Coordinator and Sonia Swangler, Aged Care Palliative Care Nurse...

17th February 2022 12:30pm-1:30pm VC attendance only - register here. Telehealth Professional Education Program For country WA Health Professionals: • Allied Health • Primary Practice Nursing • Inpatient Nursing Presenters: Gill Denny, SPO Clinical Telehealth Development WACHS Julie Prout, Cardiac Rehab CNS SCGH For further information or to receive notice of upcoming sessions contact: E: tracswa@health.wa.gov.au P: 9431 2351

Thursday 17 February 2022 6:30pm-8:30pm Quality Lighthouse, Carey street, Bunbury Join this interactive session, utilising group discussion and case studies to provide GP's with a greater understanding of palliative care and how it can be implemented within their work. PRESENTER: Dr Sarah Dunlop, South West Palliative Care Consultant, South West Palliative Care Team TARGET GROUP: Hospital Medical Practitioners, General Practitioners, Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses and Medical Students REGISTER HERE or contact 9382 9300 or email pasce@cancerwa.asn.au

22 February 2022 1:00pm-2:00pm (AEST) This webinar discusses safety planning which is a brief, customisable intervention for the prevention of suicide, delivered digitally. REGISTER HERE.

22 February 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.

Part 1: Tuesday 15 February 2022, 7:00-8:30pm (AEDT) Part 2: Tuesday 22 February 2022, 7:00-8:30pm (AEDT) Nurses and midwives can draw on invaluable communication skills and are well placed to identify priority populations for screening. Through a case study, presentations, interactive quizzes and online learning module, this two-part online workshop will provide nurses and midwives with the introductory skills to incorporate STI and BBV screening within their workplace. Learning Outcomes: Describe the clinical presentation of common STIs and BBVs Identify the priority populations for STI and BBV Explain the importance of testing and screening for STIs and BBVs Demonstrate confidence in offering...

22 February 2022 8:00pm-9:00pm (AEST) This webinar discusses safety planning which is a brief, customisable intervention for the prevention of suicide, delivered digitally. REGISTER HERE.

Wednesday 23 February 2022 6:00pm - 7:00PM (AEDT) Managing suicidal risk in adolescents presents unique challenges for clinicians. Building and maintaining trust with young people is crucial to providing effective care yet it needs to be balanced with keeping the patient safe which may need to include disclosure to caregivers. Join Black Dog Institute's first Expert Insights of the year as they explore the challenges, strategies, and research findings in managing suicidal risk in adolescents. Panellists: • Dr Michelle Tye - Senior Research Fellow at the Black Dog Institute • Dr Nicola Holmes – GP at Headspace and Training Facilitator...

23 February 2022 3:00pm-4:00pm (WST) Immunisation Coalition invites Healthcare Professionals to attend this free webinar on Meningococcal Disease. This webinar will provide attendees with an update regarding meningococcal epidemiology and current trends in vaccination rates. Learning Outcomes: 1. Describe the clinical relevance of meningococcal disease to various population groups, including children under 5, adolescents and persons with chronic diseases. 2. Outline current vaccination rates in various Australian target populations and their impact on herd immunity, and gaps in disease protection. 3. Explain the relevance of misalignment between best practice guidelines and current state-subsidised immunisation programs, and its impact on vaccine...