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Over the last four weeks there were 65 037 casesof COVID in the region. Please note that the actual number of cases is likely to be much more. For further information please go to
COVID infection prevention triage and risk management in general practice
Join us for a pandemic infection prevention and control update, presented by Margaret Jennings, a microbiologist, antimicrobial, infection prevention and educator.
When: Tuesday, 22 February 7.00 pm – 8.15 pm Where: Online Target audience: GPs, nurses, practice managers and staff working in general practice
COVID anti virals Molnupiravir (Lagevrio®) and nirmatrelvir and ritonavir (Paxlovid™) have been provisionally registered by the Therapeutic Goods Administration and can now be prescribed. These medicines can be accessed through NSW Health facilities and GPs may send prescriptions to select NSW Health Pharmacy Departments for dispensing.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Professor Michael Kidd hosted a webinar on Monday 7 February, alongside RACGP President Dr Karen Price and ACRRM President Dr Sarah Chalmers, which featured more details on the new oral treatments. Click here to watch the webinar.
Further resources
Click here for more information on the CESPHN website.
Click here for further information from the Clinical Excellence Commission.
Click here for a factsheet about the use of Lagevrio in residential aged care.
Click here for recommendations by the National COVID-19 Clinical Evidence Taskforce in relation to the anti virals.
On 21 January 2022, the Government opened a targeted Expression of Interest process to identify participating general practices interested in administering the Novavax vaccine.
The interested primary care sites have been split into two tranches, for the first deliveries: Tranche 1 sites are expected to commence Novavax from the 21 February 2022, and Tranche 2 sites from the 28 February 2022.
Novavax COVID-19 vaccine has also been included in the standing Expression of Interest open for all general practices interested in expanding their participation in the program. Email immunisation@cesphn.com.au for the EOI form.
Boosters for residential aged care workers
On 10 February 2022, National Cabinet endorsed the AHPPC recommendation to mandate COVID-19 booster vaccinations in residential aged care facilities. All state and territory governments will implement this decision on mandatory booster doses for residential aged care workers consistent with arrangements already in place through state and territory public health orders and equivalent arrangements.
COVID-19 care in the community
A reminder to check HealthPathways regularly for the latest updates on caring for COVID positive patients in the community. These have been updated to include information on the new oral antiviral treatments.
Distribution of pulse oximeters to patients identified as high risk is occurring via local health districts. We have access to a small supply of pulse oximeters. GPs with patients they believe require a pulse oximeter urgently are asked to email pulseoximeter@cesphn.com.au
with their name and address and we will arrange delivery of an oximeter. Practices actively seeing moderate risk COVID positive patients can also be sent up to five pulse oximeters.
CESPHN Vax at Home Service
Some people in our community may not be able to access a GP or vaccination hub to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.
The CESPHN Vax at Home Service is ONLY for those people who are housebound and not able to leave their house to receive a COVID-19 vaccination or booster (their carers will also be able to be vaccinated).
The Vax at Home Service will accept referrals for people 16 years and over. For children 12-16 years with special circumstances and may require further support, referrals will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
Patient self-referrals will NOT be accepted. Patients should speak with their GP for a referral to this program if appropriate. Referrals will be accepted from general practitioners and from Local Health Districts.
Referrals MUST be sent through this Vax at Home Service Online Form – for people who are housebound and reside in the Sydney Local Health District or South Eastern Sydney Local Health District regions.
Central and Eastern Sydney PHN have moved to a new site.
As you may have noticed, our website looks different. Central and Eastern Sydney PHN have moved to a new site and although much has remained the same, we have introduced some new functions.
Welcome to our new website! As you may have noticed, our website looks different. Central and Eastern Sydney PHN have moved to a new site and although much has remained the same, we have introduced some new functions. These include: Updated navigation When you land on our new website, you…
Immunisation weekly update – 8 February 2023 HPV vaccination now single dose on NIP Changes from 6 February 2023 to human papillomavirus vaccination (Gardasil®9) dose schedule under the National Immunisation Program: Routine schedule for people aged 12 to 13 years will change to a single dose (previously a 2 dose…
Sydney World Pride 2023 – General Practice Support CESPHN is a proud supporter of the Sydney WorldPride 2023 that is occurring from 17 February to 5 March 2023. To assist people to get the right care and avoid unnecessary presentations to emergency departments, we are encouraging general practices to review…
COVID-19 weekly update – 08 JANUARY 2023 ATAGI 2023 Booster Advice The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) have updated their recommendations on the use of booster doses of COVID-19 vaccine in 2023. ATAGI recommends a 2023 COVID-19 vaccine booster dose for adults in the following groups, if their…
MEDIA RELEASE: Canterbury Head to Health service opens doors to offer free, immediate mental health support. Canterbury Head to Health opened its doors in late January, offering free and immediate support for anyone in Canterbury and the surrounding regions experiencing distress or mental health concerns.Trained professionals are providing short to…
CESPHN Vax at Home service The CESPHN Vax at Home Service is for those people who are housebound and not able to leave their house to receive a COVID-19 vaccination or booster. The service will accept referrals for people 16 years and over. Referrals will be accepted from GPs and…
IAR-DST Training resumes today The implementation of the Initial Assessment and Referral Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) training is gaining momentum both within CESPHN and nationally. National GP training numbers are closing in on 300 and over 50 of these have been trained by CESPHN. This year we are excited to…