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SUMMARY:Webinar: Preparing for COVID 19 Immunisation
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 28 January 2021 \n7:00pm WST \nThe Preparing for  COVID 19 Immunisation webinar is a panel discussion which aims to provide GPs and providers information about the rollout strategy at both a state and national level. Topics will include: the role general practices will play\, operational considerations\, vaccine safety and efficacy\, the state rollout plan and the expression of interest process. \nWe will be joined by: \nHost: Geraldine Mellet \nPanel members: \n\nDr Richard Choong\, Board Chair WA Primary Health Alliance & GP practice principal – Operational considerations for general practice and GPs\nA/Professor Christopher Blyth\, Co-chair Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation – Vaccine safety and efficacy\nProfessor Paul Effler\, Senior Medical Advisor\, Communicable Disease Control Directorate\, WA Department of Health – State roll out plan\nBernadette Kenny\, General Manager WA Primary Health Alliance – Overview of vaccine roll out to general practice and EOI process\n\nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/webinar-preparing-for-covid-19-immunisation/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210205T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210205T103000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T030405Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 Response Update for GPs
DESCRIPTION:Friday 5 February\n10:00– 10:30am \nThe latest in a series for GPs from Deputy Chief Medical Officer Professor Michael Kidd on the COVID-19 response. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/covid-19-response-update-for-gps/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210209T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210210T070627Z
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SUMMARY:Diabetes WA LIVE - Diabetes & Pregnancy
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 9 February 2021\n1:00pm – 2:00pm\nDiabetes WA LIVE – Health Professionals is a series of educational webinars for health professionals\, run by Diabetes WA Credentialled Diabetes Educators. They offer support and training to health professionals who would like the latest diabetes management advice.  Each interactive webinar will run for approximately 30 minutes\, with extra time for questions. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/diabetes-wa-live-diabetes-pregnancy/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210209T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210209T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210203T073255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T073255Z
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SUMMARY:RACGP WA 2021 vaccination update: COVID-19 and influenza
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 9 February\n7.00 pm – 8.15 pm \nPresented by the RACGP WA in partnership with the WA Department of Health\, this webinar will provide GPs with crucial information on the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out\, the availability of doses\, the process of selection to deliver and will address vaccine safety concerns. \nIt will also cover the influenza vaccination schedule for 2021 the importance of vaccinations despite the lower incidences of influenza last year and how the timing of administration will be influenced by the COVID vaccine. \nDelivered by Professor Paul Effler\, Senior Medical Advisor\, Communicable Disease Control Directorate\, Department of Health Western Australia and facilitated by GPs Dr Ramya Raman and Dr Sean Stevens. \nRACGP members register here\, non-members email wa.events@racgp.org.au
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/racgp-wa-2021-vaccination-update-covid-19-and-influenza/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210211T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210211T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210203T072941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T072941Z
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SUMMARY:ACHSM Live Webcast: The Honourable Ken Wyatt AM MP\,  Minister for Indigenous Australians
DESCRIPTION:11 February 2021\n12.00PM – 1.00PM AEDT \nThe Honourable Ken Wyatt AM MP\, Minister for Indigenous Australians is the February presenter for the 2021 ACHSM national live webcast series. \nThis is a unique opportunity to hear from Australia’s first indigenous frontbencher\, Minister Wyatt has also had a lengthy leadership career encompassing education and health prior to entering Federal Parliament. Minister Wyatt is the first Aboriginal person ever to lead the Department of Indigenous Affairs. \nThe event will be hosted by ACHSM National President Dr Neale Fong. Following the main presentation will be a live Q&A session\, so get your questions ready! \nREGISTER HERE. \n 
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/achsm-live-webcast-the-honourable-ken-wyatt-am-mp-minister-for-indigenous-australians/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210213T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
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SUMMARY:Busselton Jetty Swim 2021
DESCRIPTION:13-14 February 2021 \nThe Busselton Jetty Swim is a premier event on the WA sporting calendar and features a 3.6km ocean swim around the iconic Busselton Jetty. \nThe 2021 event is open to everyone including novice\, professional and swimmers with disabilities. The fastest swimmers complete the swim in approximately 40 minutes whilst the last swimmers take approximately three hours to complete the course. \nVisit the website here to register.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/busselton-jetty-swim-2021/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210215T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210210T070852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T070852Z
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SUMMARY:Diabetes WA LIVE - Diabetes & Coeliac Disease
DESCRIPTION:Monday 15 February 2021\n2:00pm – 3:00pm\nPresented by Narelle Lampard\, CDE and Dietitian\, Diabetes WA (Via Scopia) \nNarelle will discuss what is coeliac disease\, who is at risk and how to manage it. This session will also look at how coeliac disease may impact diabetes management. \n\nDiabetes WA LIVE – Health Professionals is a series of educational webinars for health professionals\, run by Diabetes WA Credentialled Diabetes Educators. They offer support and training to health professionals who would like the latest diabetes management advice.  Each interactive webinar will run for approximately 30 minutes\, with extra time for questions.\n\nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/diabetes-wa-live-diabetes-coeliac-disease/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210215T143000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210215T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210203T080308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T080308Z
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SUMMARY:Online workshop: Have your say on changes to the NDIS
DESCRIPTION:Mon\, 15 February 2021\n2:30 PM – 4:30 PM AWST \nThe National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) has released consultation papers about making some changes to: \n\nStart using independent assessments to help with access to the NDIS\nChange the way NDIS plans and funding work\nChange some things to improve the way we support young children and families.\n\n  \nWe want to talk to the rural and remote community before we make any changes and are hosting a series of online sessions: \nPeel\, South West and Great Southern: \nMonday 15 February 2021\, 2:30pm – 4:30pm: Have your say on changes to the NDIS – Access and Planning \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/online-workshop-have-your-say-on-changes-to-the-ndis/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210217T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210203T044440Z
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SUMMARY:Nutrition Communication for Health Professionals: Key Concepts
DESCRIPTION:17 February 2021 \nYou will learn the key concepts central to dietary patterns for early intervention and management of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease\, how to talk about diet-related health\, and identify the key features of healthy diets. \nThe East Metropolitan Health Service in partnership with the University of Newcastle funded by the Health Networks Unit has developed three-week online courses as part of the implementation of the WA Healthy Weight Action Plan 2019 – 2024. If you are a doctor\, nurse\, or allied health professional looking to improve your knowledge of the role of nutrition communication in chronic disease early intervention and management\, these courses are for you. \nVisit the website for more information.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/nutrition-communication-for-health-professionals-key-concepts/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210218T123000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210218T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210108T074130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T074130Z
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SUMMARY:TRACS WA - Chronic Heart Conditions: Person-Centred Programs and Pathways
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 18th February\n12:30pm–1:30pm\nVC attendance only \nTelehealth Professional Education Program\nFor country WA Health Professionals:\n• Allied Health • Primary Practice Nursing • Inpatient Nursing \nChronic Heart Conditions: Person-Centred Programs and Pathways \n*Panel to be confirmed* \nRegistration: please click here to register \nThe recording will be available to view later on the TRACS WA website. For further information or to receive notice of upcoming sessions contact:\nE: tracswa@health.wa.gov.au P: 9431 2351
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/tracs-wa-chronic-heart-conditions-person-centred-programs-and-pathways/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210219T070000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210219T090000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20201007T035412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T064306Z
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SUMMARY:GP breakfast education series - Pacemakers/Cardiology
DESCRIPTION:South West GP’s are invited to a FREE GP Breakfast Education series supported by St John of God Bunbury Hospital and the South West Health Professionals Network.\n\nFriday 19 February 2021\n7.00am-8.30am\nSt John of God Bunbury Hospital Conference rooms 1 and 2\nBREAKFAST PROVIDED\n\nThe topic for this month is Cardiology and the guest presenters are Dr Allison Morton\, Dr Rachel Orme and Dr Kishore Sieunarine.\n\nRegistrations are essential! Visit the website to register or email sally.beer@swhpn.com.au for more information.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/gp-breakfast-education-series-pacemakers-cardiology/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210220T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20201217T054533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201217T054533Z
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SUMMARY:Radiance South West Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 20 February 2021\nUndalup Room\, City of Busselton \nSupporting the emotional wellbeing of parents with their journey into parenthood. \nIn 2021\, Radiance are proud to present our keynote speaker Dr Oscar Serrallach from The Postnatal Depletion Cure. Join us! \nEarly Bird tickets available for $100 until 31/12/2020\nRegular tickets $120\, closing date 15/2/2021\nTickets include morning tea\, lunch\, a sundowner welcome drink and grazing table.\nAll health practitioners and interested community members are invited. \nPurchase your tickets today through www.radiancesouthwest.com.au
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/radiance-south-west-perinatal-and-infant-mental-health-symposium/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210220T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210106T082412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T081126Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Emergency Medicine Forum 2021
DESCRIPTION:This forum is part of the WA Country Health Service and Rural Health West Resident Specialist and Procedural GP Education Series. \nThe one and a half day Rural Emergency Medicine Forum 2021\, will include lectures\, interactive discussions and sessions delivered concurrently and facilitated by experienced specialists.  The forum will provide an opportunity to network with fellow colleagues. \nForum details \nDate: Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 February 2021 \nVenue:Rendezvous – Scarborough \nTo download the preliminary program please click here \nEligibility \n\n\n\nEmergency Doctors/Nurses\nFACEMs\nMedical Practitioners\n\n  \nRegistration Fees (inclusive of GST) \n\n\n\n\nCategory\nFee (inc. GST)\n\n\nWA delegate\n$1700\n\n\nInterstate delegate\n$1800\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration fee includes: \n\n1.5 day upskilling and educational activities/resources\nTravel grant*\nLunch and refreshments at forum\nPending accreditation with ACRRM and RACGP CPD points\n\n*Travel grant is only applicable to psychiatrists and medical practitioners living and working in rural Western Australia \nRegistrations are now open – register here. \nFor more information\, contact the Rural Health West Education and Skills Development Team \n10 Stirling Highway\, Nedlands WA\, 6009\n08 6389 4500\ncpd@ruralhealthwest.com.au
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/rural-emergency-forum/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210224T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210210T073552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T073552Z
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SUMMARY:Cancer Council GP Cancer Education webinar - Investigation and management of incidentally detected renal masses
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 24 February 2021\n7.00PM – 8.00pm \nIt is important primary care health professionals are able to confidently investigate and manage incidentally detected renal masses. With increasing use of imaging to diagnose other conditions\, incidentally detected small renal masses and cysts are now a common clinical scenario. Most of these represent simple cysts that can be easily diagnosed as benign\, however\, malignant masses are also discovered. \nLearning outcomes*\n1. Identify a patient who is at an increased risk of developing kidney cancer\n2. Describe the approach for assessing a renal mass\n3. Summarise the management options for patients with a renal mass \nREGISTER HERE. \nFor more information:\nw: www.cancerwa.asn.au\ne: GP@cancerwa.asn.au\np: (08) 9212 4306
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/cancer-council-gp-cancer-education-webinar-investigation-and-management-of-incidentally-detected-renal-masses/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210225T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210225T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20201126T081834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201126T081834Z
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SUMMARY:Diabetes WA - Update for Aged Care Health Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 25 February 2021\n08:45 AM – 04:30 PM \nDiabetes WA is offering a diabetes update for health professionals working within the community health or aged care setting. The training will provide participants with an increased understanding of diabetes and the services available to their patients. Training is suitable for Enrolled Nurses\, Registered Nurses\, GPs\, Allied Health Professionals and Pharmacists.  \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/diabetes-wa-update-for-aged-care-health-professionals/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210308T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210308T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210210T071805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T071805Z
UID:10002022-1615212000-1615215600@www.swhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Diabetes WA LIVE - Diabetes & Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Monday 8 March 2021\n2:00pm – 3:00pm\nPresented by Nyaree Lawler\, CDE\, Diabetes WA (Via Scopia) \nThis 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. \n\nDiabetes WA LIVE – Health Professionals is a series of educational webinars for health professionals\, run by Diabetes WA Credentialled Diabetes Educators. They offer support and training to health professionals who would like the latest diabetes management advice.  Each interactive webinar will run for approximately 30 minutes\, with extra time for questions.\n\nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/diabetes-wa-live-diabetes-mental-health/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210310T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210203T044430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T044430Z
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SUMMARY:Nutrition Communication for Health Professionals: Applying the Skills
DESCRIPTION:10 March 2021 \nYou will learn key concepts related to effective brief communication of nutrition messages\, common misconceptions in the about diet with regard to early intervention and management of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease\, and when referral to a dietitian for medical nutrition therapy is warranted. \nThe East Metropolitan Health Service in partnership with the University of Newcastle funded by the Health Networks Unit has developed three-week online courses as part of the implementation of the WA Healthy Weight Action Plan 2019 – 2024. If you are a doctor\, nurse\, or allied health professional looking to improve your knowledge of the role of nutrition communication in chronic disease early intervention and management\, these courses are for you. \nVisit the website for more information.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/nutrition-communication-for-health-professionals-applying-the-skills/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210310T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210226T080248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T080248Z
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SUMMARY:ACHSM National live webcast: Lessons from the COVID-19 front line: what Australia can learn from the UK vaccine rollout
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 10 March 2021\n7.00pm-8.00pm AEDT (NSW time) \nInternational guest speaker: Professor Dinesh Saralaya\, Respiratory Physician and Honorary Senior Lecturer at Bradford Teaching Hospital (UK) \nThe timing of Australia’s national COVID-19 vaccination rollout has allowed the nation to better understand the effectiveness of implementation programs in other countries. With Australia now commencing a widespread vaccination program\, we take the opportunity to review and understand the UK experience to date. \nJoin the NSW Branch of the ACHSM as they host Professor Dinesh Saralaya. Associate Medical Director at Bradford Teaching Hospital and Associate Director for Research at the UK Bradford Institute for Health Research\, in 2020 Professor Saralaya was the Principle Investigator in Bradford for the largest phase 3 Covid-19 Vaccine Trial in the UK\, The NOVAVAX Trial. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/achsm-national-live-webcast-lessons-from-the-covid-19-front-line-what-australia-can-learn-from-the-uk-vaccine-rollout/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210312T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210312T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210106T085852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T085852Z
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SUMMARY:Emergency Airway Skills Management Workshop – Busselton
DESCRIPTION:EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST OPEN\nThis 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). \nEligibility: 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. \nDate: 12th March 2021 \nLength: One day. 8.00am-4.30pm \nCost: $30\nThe cost of this workshop is subsidised by WA Country Health Service through the Better Medical Care Initiative \nAccreditation: This workshop has accreditation with The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) for continuing professional development points/hours and is approved for the Rural Procedural Grants Program\, Emergency and Anaesthetics Grant component.  We do ask participants to contact their relevant college to ascertain your eligibility for the grant prior to attending. \nThis education workshop is proudly delivered by Rural Health West in partnership with WA Country Health Service\, through the Better Medical Care Initiative.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/emergency-airway-skills-management-workshop-busselton/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210316T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210113T073517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T073517Z
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SUMMARY:Valuable conversations: Applying TICP and MI to alcohol use during pregnancy
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Workforce Development\, Mental Health Commission \nBunbury: 16 – 17 March \nThe Valuable Conversations training covers the following:\n• Reflective practice to identify areas of practice that require development for improved client engagement and outcomes.\n• Trauma Informed Care and Practice (TICP) to consider the broader context in which alcohol use may be occurring.\n• Motivational Interviewing (MI) to develop compassion\, acceptance\, partnership and evocation (Spirit of MI).\n• Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) prevention in the context of the National Strategic Action Plan and a holistic prevention framework.\n• Brief Intervention (BI) to combine course content with skills practice using the AUDIT-C and ‘Five As’. \nThis is not an introductory course to FASD and does not provide information on FASD diagnosis or treatment. Prior FASD knowledge is highly desirable but not compulsory. Please contact Dionne to discuss other learning opportunities prior to this event. \nThese training events are free-of-charge and catered. For enquiries\, please contact Dionne Aitken via email: dionne.aitken@mhc.wa.gov.au
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/valuable-conversations-applying-ticp-and-mi-to-alcohol-use-during-pregnancy/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210316T130000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210316T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210210T071942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T071942Z
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SUMMARY:Diabetes WA LIVE - Diabetes & Hormones
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 16 March 2021\n1:00pm – 2:00pm\nPresented by Marina Mickleson\, KEMH (Via Zoom) \nHormonal changes can have a major impact on blood glucose levels. This webinar will discuss how periods of hormonal changes\, such as menstruation and menopause\, may affect diabetes management and how to manage blood glucose levels during those times. \n\nDiabetes WA LIVE – Health Professionals is a series of educational webinars for health professionals\, run by Diabetes WA Credentialled Diabetes Educators. They offer support and training to health professionals who would like the latest diabetes management advice.  Each interactive webinar will run for approximately 30 minutes\, with extra time for questions.\n\nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/diabetes-wa-live-diabetes-hormones/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210320T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20201222T022332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T053056Z
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SUMMARY:Young Professionals Health Summit - Bunbury 2021
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN \nRegistrations for the South West Health Professionals Network ‘Young Professionals’ Health Summit are now open! \nSaturday 20 March 2021\n9:00am-5:00pm\nPlus networking drinks from 5:00pm-7:00pm\nBunbury Regional Entertainment Centre\, BUNBURY \nThis one-day health summit for young and emerging health professionals in the South West will feature professional development workshops\, hands-on clinical skills stations and networking drinks\, providing South West Young Professionals with a locally-delivered education and networking opportunity. \nVisit the event website to view the program and register here. \nRegistration fee starts at $50 and those living outside of Bunbury can apply for a Health Workforce Scholarship bursary to cover their travel registration fee and one nights accommodation – more information here: https://www.ruralhealthwest.com.au/general-practice/professional-development/health-workforce-scholarship-program \nFor further information please contact SWHPN Program Officer Sally Mueller.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/young-professionals-health-summit-bunbury-2021/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210322T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210210T072047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T072047Z
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SUMMARY:Diabetes WA LIVE - Diabetes Medications Update
DESCRIPTION:Monday 22 March 2021\n2:00pm – 3:00pm\nShona Vigus\, CDE\, Diabetes WA (Via Scopia) \nOne of our Credentialled Diabetes Educators will help you to identify the different groups of medications used to manage type 2 diabetes and what you might need to consider in determining which medication to try next. \n\nDiabetes WA LIVE – Health Professionals is a series of educational webinars for health professionals\, run by Diabetes WA Credentialled Diabetes Educators. They offer support and training to health professionals who would like the latest diabetes management advice.  Each interactive webinar will run for approximately 30 minutes\, with extra time for questions.\n\nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/diabetes-wa-live-diabetes-medications-update/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210325T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210325T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210210T073604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T073604Z
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SUMMARY:Cancer Council GP Cancer Education webinar - Neck lumps: when to be suspicious
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 25 March 2021\n7.00pm – 8.00pm \nNeck masses are a common cause of presentation to general practice for both adults and children. It is important primary care health professionals are confident in the diagnosis\, management\, and referral of neck lumps. \nLearning outcomes*\n1. Describe modifiable factors known to increase the risk of malignant neck lumps\n2. Outline the differential diagnosis of neck lumps in adults and in children\n3. Identify the clinical features of neck lumps requiring urgent investigation\n4. Summarise the urgent referral pathway for adults presenting with a neck lump\n5. Summarise the urgent referral pathway for children presenting with a neck lump \nREGISTER HERE. \nFor more information:\nw: www.cancerwa.asn.au\ne: GP@cancerwa.asn.au\np: (08) 9212 4306 \n 
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/cancer-council-gp-cancer-education-webinar-neck-lumps-when-to-be-suspicious/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210326T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210210T073805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210210T073805Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Psychiatry and Mental Health Forum 2021
DESCRIPTION:Registration for the Rural Health West CPD: Rural Psychiatry and Mental Health Forum 2021\, being held at Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre on Friday 26 March 2021\, is now open! \nForum details\nThis forum is part of the WA Country Health Service and Rural Health West Resident Specialist Procedural GP Education Series. \nThe forum will be limited to 60 participants.  The one day Rural Psychiatry and Mental Health Forum 2021\, will include lectures\, interactive discussions and sessions delivered and facilitated by experienced specialists.  The forum will provide an opportunity to network with fellow colleagues. \nTravel support is available for currently practising psychologists\, psychiatrists and GPs or medical practitioners who work and live in rural and remote WA. \nThis forum is pending accreditation with RACGP and ACRRM. \nEligibility\nOpen to all currently practising Psychologists\, Psychiatrists and GPs or medical practitioners \nREGISTER HERE\nOnline registration: https://ruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/rpmhf-2021/ \nPreliminary Program\nTopics included at the forum \n\nIntroduction to the concepts of discussing Goals of Care and Advanced Health Directives\nEnd of Life Liaison Service; Psychiatrists role across a range of functions (Goals of Care\, Advanced Health Directives\, Voluntary Assisted Dying)\nDistinguishing between distress\, depression and demoralisation\nExistential distress at end of life and meaning-focussed interventions\nHow psychiatrists can link in with an integrated palliative care/psychosocial continuum of care inclusive of GPs\nTrans- diagnostic presentations in youth and adults with Eating Disorders\n\nShould you have any enquiries\, please contact the Continuing Professional Development Team at cpd@ruralhealthwest.com.au or 08 6389 4500.  Thank you.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/rural-psychiatry-and-mental-health-forum-2021/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210326T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210203T080105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T080105Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Health West - Rural Paediatrics Forum 2021
DESCRIPTION:Friday 26 March 2021\nPerth Convention and Exhibition Centre \nThis forum is part of the WA Country Health Service and Rural Health West Resident Specialist Procedural GP Education Series. \nThe forum will be limited to 60 participants.  The one day Rural Paediatrics Forum 2021\, will include lectures\, interactive discussions and sessions delivered and facilitated by experienced specialists.  The forum will provide an opportunity to network with fellow colleagues. \nTravel support is available for currently practising medical practitioners\, emergency doctors and paediatricians who work and live in rural and remote WA. \nThis forum is pending accreditation with RACGP and ACRRM. \nEligibility\nOpen to all currently practising Emergency Doctors\, General Practitioners and Paediatricians. \nREGISTER HERE \nShould you have any enquiries\, please contact the Continuing Professional Development Team at cpd@ruralhealthwest.com.au or 08 6389 4500.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/rural-health-west-rural-paediatrics-forum-2021/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210326T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210106T082955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T082955Z
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SUMMARY:Toxicological Emergencies Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \nThe workshop content includes:\n• Understand the pathophysiology and clinical effects of common envenomation (snake\, spider and marine).\n• Improve ability to decide on patient disposition and appropriately stabilise patients for transport.\n• Improve understanding of the appropriate use of first aid and investigations\, Identify and list common poisonings.\n• Apply a systematic diagnostic approach in toxicological presentations to increase patient safety. \nEligibility: Priority will be given to currently practising medical practitioners within the region \nLength: One day \nCost:\nGPs – $550.00\nNurses – $350.00\nThe cost of this workshop is subsidised by WA Country Health Service through the Better Medical Care Initiative. \nAccreditation: This workshop has been approved accreditation with The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) for continuing professional development points and is approved for the Rural Procedural Grants Program\, Emergency Grant component. Please contact your relevant college before attending\, to ascertain your eligibility. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/toxicological-emergencies-workshop/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210327T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20200917T080012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T082936Z
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SUMMARY:WA Rural Health Conference 2021 - lessons from past disasters
DESCRIPTION:27 and 28 March 2021\nPCEC (Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre) \nThis Rural Health West conference will concentrate on learnings and effects from the recent disasters that have impacted both Australia and the world and how we can prepare for future adversities. Particular emphasis will be on dealing with the aftermath of natural disasters such as bushfires\, floods and of course COVID-19. \nIn 2021\, Rural Health West are pleased to formally welcome rural and remote nurses and midwives to the conference and will include relevant sessions and travel support. \nFor more information and t0 register\, visit the event website.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/wa-rural-health-conference-2021-lessons-from-past-disasters/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210327T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210327T233000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210113T083433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T083433Z
UID:10002009-1616868000-1616887800@www.swhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:2021 WA Rural Health Awards - Excellence
DESCRIPTION:Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner \nSaturday 27 March 2021  I  6.00pm – midnight  I  The Ritz-Carlton Perth \nThe 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. \nThis ceremony will be extra special as we congratulate our 2020 finalists too. \nPurchase tickets here.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/2021-wa-rural-health-awards-excellence/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210403T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20210403T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T204152
CREATED:20210121T080115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T080115Z
UID:10002010-1617440400-1617454800@www.swhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Wound Management Workshop - Bunbury
DESCRIPTION:3 April 2021\nMaster Builders Bunbury\n19 Clifford Street Davenport 6231\n9:00am – 1:00pm\nThese interactive four-hour workshops by Clinical Design Solutions have been designed to enhance your capacity to assess and treat complex wounds in the hospital & primary care setting. The workshops utilise a sustainability framework devised to enhance clinical outcomes\, whilst minimising the economic\, social and environmental impacts of care.  Wound dressings\, when discussed\, are done so in the context of Wound Bed Preparation and presented generically to enable you to get the best of of the products you currently have available in the workplace. As a participant\, you will leave the workshop with an innovation strategy for your workplace designed to translate learning into sustainable practice.  \nThis activity has been endorsed by APNA according to approved quality standards criteria. Completion of this educational activity entitles eligible participants to claim 4 CPD hours. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.swhpn.com.au/event/wound-management-workshop-bunbury/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health Events
GEO:-27.6728168;121.6283098
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