News: General Practice

Meningococcal ACWY vaccines: NIP program changes [file_download id="92506" text="vaccine flyer"] From 1 July 2024, there are changes to the meningococcal ACWY vaccines under the National Immunisation Program (NIP). Key points...

Have you heard of the IAR-DST? The Initial Assessment and Referral (IAR) Decision Support Tool (DST) was developed by the Department of Health to support appropriate mental health referrals and...

Education and Networking Opportunity Our first Practice Nurse networking event for 2024 – what a great night! It was an enjoyable night with lots of conversation, networking and education. It...

The Australian Digital Health Agency, in collaboration with CESPHN, Wentwest and other NSW PHNs, is holding an information session about the benefits that PCA™ can provide to your organisation. Already,...

Is your practice going through Accreditation (RACGP 5th edition Standards) within the next 12 - 18 months? If so, preparation is key to a smooth journey. Don't leave your accreditation...

With rising rates of bowel cancer among younger people, starting July 1, 2024, individuals aged 45 to 49 can request a bowel cancer screening kit to be mailed to them....

Reminder: new mandatory AIR reporting fields From 1 March 2024, legislative changes require all vaccination providers to report additional information to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR): The route of administration...

At a packed event last night at the Hazelhurst Arts Centre in Gymea, CESPHN held its annual Primary Health Awards. CESPHN's multicultural community was reflected in our numerous and diverse...

Celebrating the achievements of primary health professionals in our region, Central and Eastern Sydney PHN stakeholders gathered at the CESPHN Primary Health Awards last week to acknowledge the valuable contributions...

Education and Networking Opportunity CESPHN's first Practice Nurse networking event for 2024 Last Tuesday evening, CESPHN held its first Nurse Networking Event. It was an enjoyable night with lots of...