• Preventing Falls and Building Communities: A Local Government Approach | Webinar

    Online WA, Australia

    Local governments play a significant role in developing, coordinating and delivering injury prevention, safety policies and programs in their local area. Local governments’ responsibility for health can include encouraging: health promotion behaviours, opportunities for social connection and recreational participation to increase and maintain physical and mental wellbeing. Falls are a significant public health issue in Western Australia. 1 in 3 people over the age of 65 fall each year. Falls can have a real impact on an individual’s life that can lead to a loss of independence and confidence, increased concerns of falling and difficulty doing daily tasks. Falls are...

  • Building Trust and Engaging Multicultural Communities in Injury Prevention Programs and Services | Webinar

    Online WA, Australia

    Join Injury Matters on 18 June 2025 from 10:00am-11:00am (AWST), with guest speaker Henrietta Podgorska from Umbrella Multicultural Community Care Services, for the “Building Trust and Engaging Multicultural Communities in Injury Prevention Programs and Services” webinar. Western Australia (WA) has a rapidly increasing multicultural population, made up of a variety of different communities, each with their own unique identity and experiences. WA has the largest proportion of residents born outside of Australia, where 38% of Western Australians were born overseas. Cultural, social and psychological impacts on health may increase the prevalence of injury among multicultural communities. That is why effective...

  • Winter is coming! Protecting your patients through immunisation + Measles update | Webinar

    Online WA, Australia

    Join infectious disease expert Prof. Paul Effler for our annual influenza update as we prepare for this year’s flu season. This webinar covers what to expect this winter, including timings and eligibility as well as updates on influenza, COVID and RSV. With Measles cases on the rise in WA, this webinar will also provide a useful update on Measles. Learning outcomes: 1. Identify patients most likely to benefit from influenza vaccination this year 2. Outline the factors that determine the optimal timing of seasonal influenza vaccinations 3. Describe the impact of vaccination on serious illness in WA

  • Seeing Beyond your Cultural Lens | Online

    Online WA, Australia

    The first part of developing a cultural competency is to understand our own culture and how that influences how we see and experience the world. This workshop is an opportunity for self-reflection and learning in an environment that is safe and supportive and gives participants the chance to challenge themselves. We need to understand why we see the world as we do, and why others don't always see it in the same way. This workshop will explore the concept of cultural lens, understanding bias and stereotypes, and promoting cultural competence and inclusivity. It incorporates a variety of interactive activities, discussions,...

  • RACGP | Mandatory Firearms Health Assessment: What GPs need to know | Webinar

    Online WA, Australia

    Join RACGP WA for an overview of the Firearms Act and the reforms that are taking place, including those consulted on with the College. This webinar will outline the Firearms Act reforms that are taking place including the practical considerations and the role of GPs in terms of the Firearms Health Assessment (FHA) process. Presented by Dr Mariam Bahemia. As always, there will be a dedicated Q&A session, and the opportunity to submit your questions ahead of time. Register Here

  • The challenges of Implementing palliative care and voluntary assisted dying in a changing social and health system environment | Online

    Online WA, Australia

    our rapidly growing ageing population and the introduction of Voluntary Assisted Dying legislation now across almost every State and Territory, it is critical to consider the impact on the health systems and services, and indeed all health professionals. This webcast considers the barriers and opportunities of how the health system needs to change to address patient-centred care and support the practices of health professionals. Throughout this live webcast you have the opportunity to submit your questions to Camilla via our moderator for the live Q&A session following the main presentation, the Q&A and webcast event will be moderated by ACHSM...

  • Thriving and healthy rural communities | Online Webinar

    Online WA, Australia

    Susi Tegen, Chief Executive of the National Rural Health Alliance will discuss health access and outcomes in rural Australian communities.  Representing the broad spectrum of clinicians, researchers, educators, health service providers across health, disability and aged care, the National Rural Health Alliance looks at the whole picture about the health of rural communities, what is needed, what works and what needs further support.  Local communities have the solutions to their health needs and with appropriate funding and prioritising, governments can be using what we know as a rural health expenditure deficit to build up rural communities, allow them to administer...

  • Dietary Considerations & Gestational Diabetes Webinar | Webinar

    Online WA, Australia

    Often in GDM management, the main focus and measure of success during pregnancy for healthcare providers and patients alike, is often placed on maintaining target glucose levels. Linda's presentation offers additional practice points regarding other fundamental nutritional considerations that need to be recognised, to provide true holistic care in GDM. Ensuring that healthcare settings and HCP’s are equipped to support general nutritional adequacy and healthy weight gain education, is paramount in assisting in reducing both short and long-term complications, as well as maximising patients' wellbeing on during the pregnancy. This presentation also intends to evoke further consideration of how we...

  • RACGP | Monitored Medicines Prescribing Code changes | Webinar

    Online WA, Australia

    The Monitored Medicines Prescribing Code came into effect on 12 December 2024, replacing the Schedule 8 Prescribing Code. This update focuses on the key changes to the prescribing of monitored medicines under the Code, including changes to the prescription of S8 stimulant medicines, medicinal cannabis and opioids as well as changes regarding ScriptCheckWA . Presented by Meeghan Clay, Chief Pharmacist. Register Here

  • WA Primary Health Alliance CroakeyLIVE Health Equity Heroes | Webinar

    Online WA, Australia

    WA Primary Health Alliance (WAPHA) are thrilled to be supporting the upcoming CroakeyLIVE Health Equity Heroes webinar, a must-attend event for anyone passionate about advancing health equity. Featuring our CEO Learne Durrington, and other passionate leaders, the panel of experts will reflect on their leadership journeys and share insights on advancing health equity, particularly in primary health care. The discussion will be moderated by Dr Tim Senior, a GP working in an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation, who has recently completed a related Churchill Fellowship (read more in his articles for Croakey). This #CroakeyLIVE is sponsored by the WA Primary...