Events

Join Know Injury for the "Violence Prevention" webinar as we learn about preventing violence against women. Presentations will be provided by Daphne White and Monica Puccetti from Desert Blue Connect who will discuss their Community Respect and Equality Project, and also from Our Watch who will discuss the Changing the Picture: preventing violence against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Women National Framework. The webinar aims to: Increase understanding of family violence in Australia Increase knowledge of the gendered drivers and reinforcing factors of violence against women Increase in awareness of community focused family violence prevention strategies Increase capacity to plan...

What you need to know to prevent preterm birth Including: When and how to use progesterone Update on the progress of the Western Australian and National programs Routine cervix length measurement Use of first trimester screening (FTS), non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT)and carrier screening for all couples All healthcare professionals are welcome Please click here for more details.

Pharmaceutical Society of Australia presents an Antimicrobial Stewardship Facilitated workshop Antimicrobial resistance is a one of the greatest threats to human health. Pharmacists, as medicines experts, have a role in antimicrobial stewardship in all areas of practice. There is also a critical responsibility of pharmacists to educate other health care professionals on the use of antimicrobials. This session aims to educate pharmacists on this issue and help them feel confident referring to guidelines and promoting antimicrobial stewardship strategies.

Workshop by Katrina Otto is the Principal and Owner of Train IT Medical. This work shop works with practices on process improvement, data quality and maximising effective use of technology. Workshop Learning Objectives: • Learn to interpret practice data using practice software and third-party data analytic tools. • Use data to identify and track areas for improvement. • Design improvements and develop PDSAs relevant for PIP QI eligibility. • Identify data driven improvements relevant to various practice roles. • Develop a data quality practice plan to meet accreditation standards and ePIP requirements. Places are limited so please ensure you register...

Register for ACRRM’s online Mental Health course, starting 7 November 19 The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine’s (ACRRM) provide a four-week online Mental Health course, with a specialised focus on rural and remote Australia by addressing issues such as isolation and drought. To enrol in this course or for more information, register on the ACRRM website. Prefer to talk to someone? Contact the ACRRM courses team on 1800 223 226 or email courses@acrrm.org.au

Description This two-day professional development workshop is specifically designed for all local government people and other stakeholders who may be involved in emergency recovery. Incorporating best-practice, the training promotes a community led approach, adheres to the National Principles of Disaster Recovery and is augmented by a desktop discussion exercise. With a focus across short, medium and long term recovery the training explores the physical and psychological challenges which affected communities may face after a disaster. Full of activities and discussion opportunities, the training will provide you an opportunity to consider practical aspects of community recovery whilst networking with fellow recovery...