Pulse-Issue-23-2011
FINDING EVIDENCE – RECOGNISING HYPE
AIM: To improve prescribers’ skills in assessing new medicines. It provides access to resources for quickly locating evidence-based information about new medicines, and includes tips and tools for responding to patients’ questions.
This is a free online learning program. Visit: http://www.nps.org.au/health_professionals/online_learning/ferh
BETTER START FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITY
AIM: To enhance GPs awareness of the initiative. Better Start has provided over 1,800 registered and eligible disabled children up to $12,000 for early intervention funding. Eligible children are children under six years of age and who have moderate or greater sight and hearing impairments, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and Fragile X Syndrome. Visit the websites for a fact sheet www.mbsonline.gov.au and www.health.gov.au. For questions on the Better Start funding email, Better.Start@fahcsia.gov.au or call the toll free Helpline on 1800 778 581.
PROTECT YOUR POOL, PROTECT YOUR KIDS VIDEO
AIM: To promote this video for this summer. The video contains comprehensive information about pool fencing and legislation that applies. It is to ensure that pools are safe and are compliant to legislation, to prevent drowning in children under the age of five years old. For further information on pool fencing and their common faults, watch the online video on the website: www.kidshealth.chw.edu.au/projects/drowning-prevention/swimming-pool-fencing.
A range of our latest images, media releases and radio advertisements on drowning prevention are also available on the website at http://kidshealth.chw.edu.au/media/drowning-prevention. CONTACT: Erin Simmonds on 9845 3564 or email: ErinS1@chw.edu.au
IKARE: FAMILY FUN DAY
AIM: To celebrate National Children’s Week and Mental Health month, Karitane in partnership with Fairfield /Liverpool Multicultural Health, Newleaf Communities, Community First Step, The Parks Community Network, FLMHN and Care Assist, is providing fun and entertainment for the whole family. Activities include: Car display – 1939 CHEV Club, jumping castle, laughter workshop, massage class, Zumba taster, and information stalls.
CONTACT: Maha on 9794 2383 for more information. Admission is FREE.
WHERE: 138-150 The Horsley Drive, Carramar (entrance: Mitchell Street)
WHEN: Saturday, 22 October 2011
TIME: 11:00am – 2:00pm
REGULAR SESSIONAL WORK AVAILABLE FOR A FEMALE GP IN HEATHCOTE [ADVERTISEMENT]
Fully accredited, computerised, nurse supported long standing medical practice. Onsite pathology available.This practice qualifies for district shortage area. Unbeatable conditions and remuneration.
CONTACT: Sylvia on 9520 8699
EDUCATION AND EVENTS:
BREAST CANCER TREATMENTS □
WHERE: Bankstown Trotting Club, 178 Eldridge Road, Bankstown
WHEN: Tuesday 25 October 2011at 6:30pm-9:00pm
PERINATAL MORBIDITY MEETINGS
WHERE: Bankstown Hospital, Room C3
WHEN: Thursday, 3 November 2011
TIME: 12:30 – 1: 30 pm