• ECHO – Alcohol and Other Drug Network Series 9 Webinar

    WA, Australia

    Do you work with patients that require support managing chronic pain? Do you see patients that require AOD support? Do you have questions about prescribing opioids or alternatives, to manage chronic pain? Dr Slota-Kan will interview Dr Rupert Backhouse to share experts advice about opioids and chronic pain management in general practice. All participants are invited to discuss bets practice and questions are welcome. Click here to Register

  • Early Connections under the Early Childhood Approach Webinar Series

    WA, Australia

    The NDIA would like to invite parents and carers of children under 7 as well as health professionals and education professionals to attend a virtual information session about the NDIS Early Connections. Early Connections is part of our nationally consistent early childhood approach, to support children younger than 7, their families and carers. Early Connections is funded by the NDIS and available when a parent or carer has concerns about their child’s development, or if they believe their child has a disability. Where: Virtual Information Sessions delivered via Microsoft Teams Dates & Times: Monday, 31 October 2022 12.00 pm –...

  • Raising Connected Kids – Albany

    Albany Public Library 221 York Street, Albany, WA, Australia

    These workshops translate neuroscience and the impact of stress into practical strategies to aid the healthy development of your child. Learn about: Co-regulation and co-escalation How our mental state affects those in our care How to reframe challenging behaviour and work towards a positive response Why self-care is a critical part of self-regulation Tips about how to find a sense of calm when we’re under stress Suitable for all carers, parents or anyone who has a child in their lives. The workshops are free. Click here to register

  • Mamma Mia – Albany Soroptimists Charity Night

    WA, Australia

    Albany Soroptimists Big Fundraiser for 2022 ROW seating only Ongoing support of: • SR TAFE Women’s Leadership Awards • Albany Women’s Centre • Days for Girls • Multi-Sensory Time Kits • Other local and international projects Wine (& non-alcoholic beverages) and nibbles at interval MAMMA MIA! is celebration of love, laughter, family and friendship, and exactly what the world needs right now. Over 60 million people all around the globe have fallen in love with the story and the music of ABBA that makes MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good musical. And now, in a stunning new production, the show finally...

  • Rural Emergency Advanced Clinical Training (REACT+) Perth

    WA, Australia

    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...

  • Aboriginal Health Conference – Perth

    Esplanade Hotel Fremantle Fremantle, WA, Australia

    The Aboriginal Health Conference 2022 will take place on Whadjuk country. We acknowledge the Whadjuk Nyoongar people as the Traditional Owners of the Perth region and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respect to Whadjuk elders past and present and their cultures. We are committed to a positive future for the Aboriginal community. Kaya! The Aboriginal Health Conference 2022 will focus on healing from the past and strengthening the future. It will provide an opportunity to come together and learn from those who came before us, and reflect on how we can move through...

  • Webinar: Diagnosis and Treatment of PTSD in Emergency Service Workers

    WA, Australia

    GPs often play a central role in the provision of healthcare to communities in the immediate, acute phase of emergency situations, and on an ongoing basis for the long-term recovery of individuals and their broader community. 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 workshop has been designed with a focus on GPs, to diagnose patients with acute stress disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and other comorbidities. Evidence based guidelines will be used as...

  • Webinar: Expert Insights – Burnout Prevention and Interventions for Health Professionals

    WA, Australia

    Wednesday 23 November 2022, 6 - 7PM (AEDT) Ways to recognise, prevent, and manage burnout have been on the minds of many health professionals, particularly over the past few years. Black Dog Institute has developed a free, evidence-based resource called The Essential Network (TEN) in response to research on burnout in health care workers to address this issue. Our November Expert Insights session will explore the findings of Black Dog Institute's research on burnout and the TEN service, the potential benefits of TEN, and we will also hear first-hand perspectives on burnout from a supervisor of health professionals and from another health...

  • Webinar: Preventing RHD: the clinical, cultural, and lived experiences

    WA, Australia

    Rheumatic heart disease is preventable and manageable. RHDAustralia staff will discuss the critical elements for preventing acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease, with a focus on care that is clinically sound and culturally safe. A young person living with rheumatic heart disease will share his experience.