GP Breakfast Education series Men’s health: prostate cancer

GP Breakfast Education series Men’s health: prostate cancer

Thursday 22 October 2020 7.00am for 7.30am-9.00am St John of God Bunbury Hospital Conference rooms 1 and 2 With the rising Australian population, increasing life expectancy and the expectation of continuing increases in prostate cancer incidence, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has estimated the number of prostate cancers diagnosed in Australia will reach over 25,000 new cases this year. The role of the GP in men’s prostate health, early detection and referral is essential. Join us over breakfast for an interactive session as Dr Paul Crow, Urologist presents on: Patient care beyond diagnosis Prostate cancer treatment and new technologies: Transperitoneal biopsy approach Pathology Radiography…
Sally Mueller
September 30, 2020
South West Wellness Symposium

South West Wellness Symposium

South West Wellness Symposium 31st October 2020 ​Undalup Room, City of Busselton, 2 Southern Drive, Busselton (this event will also be held online) The theme for this year's Symposium is "Living in Balance Within Community. This full day event will feature four keynote speakers and panel discussions focusing on four themes: Living Mindfully, Men's Health & Wellbeing, Building Resilience in Kids & Teens and Holistic End of Life Care. The target audience will be health practitioners and community members who have a passion for wellness & community connection. This is a ticketed event. Tickets are available from EventBrite - click here.
Sally Mueller
September 30, 2020
ASHM Hepatitis C in Primary Care – free webinar

ASHM Hepatitis C in Primary Care – free webinar

Wednesday 7th October 2020 Online delivery – login details will be provided following registration 7:00pm – 8:30pm AWST Register here. Join us for this free webinar to increase your role in hepatitis C treatment and cure. This free interactive webinar will provide participants an overview of the management of HCV in primary care settings, including case finding, testing, patient assessment and treatment. This webinar is targeted to general practitioners, nurse practitioners, nurses, primary care-basedpractitioners in WA. Presented by: Dr Claire Italiano, Infectious Diseases Physician, Royal Perth Hospital Treatment with direct acting antivirals is easier than ever. Primary care providers can play a critical…
Sally Mueller
September 25, 2020
WA Rural Health Conference 2021 – lessons from past disasters

WA Rural Health Conference 2021 – lessons from past disasters

27 and 28 March 2021 PCEC (Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre) This 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. In 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. For more information and t0 register, visit the event website.
Sally Mueller
September 17, 2020
TRACSWA Management of Cardiovascular Conditions – RESEARCH ROUNDUP – Videoconference

TRACSWA Management of Cardiovascular Conditions – RESEARCH ROUNDUP – Videoconference

Thursday 24 September 2020 12:30PM–1:30pm VC attendance only Chair: Associate Professor Andrew Maiorana Speakers: Anna Scheer – The benefits of aquatic exercise for people with coronary heart disease Nacho Suarez – A comparison of different intensity exercise training in patients with left ventricular assist devices Tashi Dorje – Secondary prevention of coronary heart disease in China using social media Registration: please click here to register for live VC. VC Dial in details will be sent to registrants prior to event. The VC recording will be available to view later on the TRACS WA website For further information or to receive…
Sally Mueller
September 1, 2020
Warren Blackwood launch of the SWHPN

Warren Blackwood launch of the SWHPN

An invitation to medical, nursing and allied health professionals to join us at the WARREN BLACKWOOD launch of the SWHPN. Friday 18 September 2020 5.30pm for 6.00pm start Tall Timbers 88 Giblett Street, MANJIMUP Canapés and light refreshments provided. The South West Health Professionals Network will provide local health, nursing and medical practitioners with a central hub to access education events and resources, local news and an opportunity to network with other health professionals in the South West. Come and learn more about this new initiative - RSVP online at ruralhealthwest.eventsair.com/warren-blackwood-launch/warrenlaunch by 5.00pm on Thursday 10 September 2020. For more…
Sally Mueller
September 1, 2020
Death of a Colleague – managing practice operations and supporting yourself and your team

Death of a Colleague – managing practice operations and supporting yourself and your team

Wednesday 9 September 2020 | Online 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM AWST Rural Health West and MDA National invite you to participate in the Death of a colleague – managing practice operations and supporting yourself and your team webinar.  The webinar will include the following such as business processes and impact on business operations, HR processes, what to do if a colleague was suddenly incapacitated and personal impact on staff and patients. More information available here.
Sally Mueller
August 25, 2020
WA Health – Contact tracing for COVID-19 & other infections: principles and practice – Videoconference (or Busselton & Bunbury)

WA Health – Contact tracing for COVID-19 & other infections: principles and practice – Videoconference (or Busselton & Bunbury)

Monday 21 Sept 2020 6:00pm-7:00pm Conference Room, Busselton Health Campus, Bussell Highway, Busselton Tuesday 22 Sept 2020 9:00am-10:00am 10th Floor Bunbury Tower, 61 Victoria St, Bunbury OR MS Teams Videoconference Who is welcome to attend? ALL doctors, nurses, allied health, aged care, prison health, health promotion, local government staff and anyone who is likely to be involved in the COVID-19 response ALL student health care workers Presenters Ms Lea Davidson, Senior Educator, DoHWA CDCD Prof Donna Mak, Public Health Physician, DoHWA CDCD Dr Ben Scalley, Public Health Physician, DoHWA CDCD  By the end of this session you will: Have an…
Sally Mueller
August 25, 2020
Webinar: A Global Response to COVID-19 and HIV: Lessons for Australasia

Webinar: A Global Response to COVID-19 and HIV: Lessons for Australasia

3 September 2020 6:00pm-8:45pm (AEST) ASHM invites you to register for a webinar: A Global Response to COVID-19 and HIV: Lessons for Australasia, taking place from 6:00pm – 8:45pm (AEST) on Thursday 3 September 2020. This event will be live-streamed through our online platform. Featuring speakers Sharon Lewin (Doherty Institute) and Chris Beyrer (Johns Hopkins), this unmissable webinar will provide a global overview of the intersection between HIV and COVID-19; the impact, opportunities and lessons learnt from the HIV response. The program will include speakers from the UK, Australia, Africa and Asia and will be followed by a panel discussion facilitated by…
Sally Mueller
August 21, 2020