February - Issue 2
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February - Issue 2
Volume 2 Issue 2 February 2016 Message from the Board Chair There are few systems or mind-sets in life that could not undergo some form of improvement and I like to think we all have the capacity to influence this. As Country SA PHN (CSAPHN) is getting past its birthing phase and finding its feet, there are a couple of areas we would welcome input to help improve our health systems across all of rural SA. Dr Alison Edwards March 16, is Change Day 2016 in Australia. Check out http://changeday.com.au/ if you have not previously heard of the concept. Change Day is a grass roots social media campaign to encourage every one of us to make a commitment to make some small change to positively impact on an aspect of health. The range of pledges already lodged online is wonderful inspiration and a great source of ideas to consider in your own locale. CSAPHN is keen to promote and support Change Day Australia and would love to see the ripple effects across our region. Tag CSAPHN in your online pledge if this has encouraged you to add your idea to the improvement space. Secondly, CSAPHN is looking for innovative ideas and suggestions to improve local health issues whether it is improving chronic disease, keeping folks out of hospital, improving connections with local or metro services or anything else that would result in a local, regional or state-wide improvement in the patient journey. Contact your local Regional Coordinator or drop a note to [email protected] to start exploring options and CSAPHN capacity to support. Regional Strategies Team; Regional Manager Central & Hills: Inara Beecher Regional Manager South & East: Sarena Ruediger Regional Coordinator North: Michelle Dunemann , Venessa Blinman & Christine Haydon Regional Coordinator West: Jane Cooper Regional Coordinator Centrals and Hills: Christine de Brenni Regional Coordinator South & East: Sally Patten Inside this Edition SA PHN Immunisation Hub 2 18 month Whooping Cough (Pertussis) 2 CATCH Telephone Cardiac Rehabilitation 2 Elder Abuse can be stopped 3 NewAccess 3 Ninkowar Aboriginal Women’s Council 4 2016 Commonwealth Bank Community Grants 4 Practice Toolbox 5-6 Professional Development 7-9 16 March 2016 Make a Pledge Submit a Pledge Photo Become a Partner SA PHN Immunisation Hub Fifth Year Medical Students in Port Lincoln and Ceduna SA PHN Immunisation Hub (an Adelaide PHN and Country SA PHN collaborative) will provide Secretariat support to the Immunisation Provider Network (IPN). West Regional Coordinator Jane Cooper recently met with seven University of Adelaide fifth year medical students who have arrived on a twelve month rotational roster in Port Lincoln and Ceduna. Previously, IPN membership was restricted, but the Hub is expanding membership across all primary health care nurse disciplines that provide an immunisation service. A presentation about the role and operations of the PHNs and the national priority areas were provided, with questions about local mental health services and eHealth of interest. The aim of the Hub is to engage with a range of immunisation service providers and stakeholders, therefore membership to the IPN will now be open to all individuals who are involved with the delivery of an immunisation program to: facilitate peer support & networking CPD opportunities share ideas and information raise and discuss relevant immunisation program issues The students from various states of Australia are enjoying the diversity of rural practice, hospital rounds and country lifestyle. The lack of traffic lights and long driving distances have also been a highlight in comparison to city living. For more information or to contact Jane Cooper email [email protected] or phone 08 8621 3800. In 2016, the Hub will support 4 meetings: 3 x (2 hour) held in metropolitan Adelaide, with teleconferencing facilities 1 full day workshop in rural SA Meeting dates TBA To join the Immunisation Provider Network (IPN), please complete the membership form online, click here. CATCH Telephone Cardiac Rehabilitation Program The CATCH program has been developed to improve access and provide telephone contact as an alternative service to cardiac rehabilitation and secondary prevention programs for clients living in country South Australia. Back row - left to right Andrew, Gordon, Luke, Mark, Katey Front row - left to right Jane, Alice, Nicola Absent: James 18 month Whooping Cough (Pertussis) The telephone-based coaching service is provided by qualified members of the CATCH multidisciplinary clinical team. 7 telephone coaching sessions are included in the program which can be arranged at a convenient time for the client. An 18 month old whooping cough booster has been added to the National Immunisation Program (NIP), with vaccine available to vaccination providers from March 2016. The commencement of the program has been scheduled to ensure that there are adequate supplies of the vaccine available for program roll-out. Following assessment a program will be tailored to the client’s individual needs. The client will then be counselled weekly around the following areas: heart disease and warning signs medication hypertension physical activity smoking healthy eating, cholesterol, weight and diabetes mood, depression, social supports Click on the links below to access available resources LETTER- Chief Medical Officer to vaccination providers: 18 month pertussis booster FACT SHEET- For vaccination providers: 18 month pertussis booster POSTER- 18 month pertussis booster NIP Schedule 0-4 years Early Advice on the 2016 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine ATAGI advice for vaccination providers on the administration of seasonal influenza vaccines. This will be available on the Immunise Australia website from mid-February at www.immunise.health.gov.au. For more information click here. Referral to CATCH can be made by any health professional call 08 8201 7840 or [email protected] or CATCH referral form. 2 Elder Abuse can be stopped The new SA Elder Abuse Prevention Phone Line is now available to provide older South Australians, their friends and relatives with information, advice about resources, and referral to support services. The Department of Veterans’ Affairs is seeking to understand the practice of general practitioners who work with veterans, in order to support them in providing veterans with best practice treatment for common mental health issues. Office for the Ageing, SA Health established the Phone Line and launched the Stop Elder Abuse website and media campaign to safeguard the rights of older people, increase awareness of Elder Abuse and help the South Australian community to: recognise the signs of Elder Abuse know where to go for support and information Phoenix Australia – Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health has been contracted by DVA to assist them with this project. An important aspect of the project is to seek information from general practitioners about their experience in assessing and treating veterans with mental health disorders. System and practitioner barriers to delivering evidence-based practice and to developing the required knowledge and skills to treat veterans with mental health issues will also be examined. Anyone who is experiencing elder abuse, or who is concerned about an older person they think may be experiencing elder abuse, can call the SA Elder Abuse Prevention Phone Line on 1800 372 310. Elder Abuse is an act that causes deliberate or unintended harm to an older person, from a person they know and trust. With these objectives in mind we have developed an online practitioner survey and would very much appreciate it if you would tell us about your experience, knowledge and skills in using evidence-based practices for treating common mental health issues in the veteran population. Around one in 20 older Australians experiences some form of elder abuse, often from a member of their own family. This abuse can be financial, emotional, physical and even sexual. The survey is open for completion February 1st to March 10th 2016. To access the survey please follow this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ WorkforceGeneralPractitioners. Over the past five years, Elder Abuse has most commonly been financial and emotional abuse and in 80% of cases the abuse was carried out by a family member. If you require further information about this project please contact Phoenix Australia on email [email protected]. It is important that the community has a clear understanding of the rights of older people and how these rights can be protected. This includes being aware of the signs of elder abuse and knowing where to go for help. Recognise the signs and help put an end to Elder Abuse - visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/stopelderabuse for more information. Are you feeling a bit stressed, a little bit low, or can’t stop worrying? ….. NewAccess may be for you! Take action if you suspect abuse is occurring or if you want to talk about your own experiences. Call the SA Elder Abuse Prevention Phone Line on 1800 372 310. NewAccess is a free and confidential support service to help you tackle day to day pressures of life. An Access Coach, who is specially trained and experienced, provides support in setting practical goals that help get people back on track and feeling better. The campaign is a key action from the Strategy to Safeguard the Rights of Older South Australians, Action Plan 2015-2021. NewAccess is for anyone over the age of 18 who is not currently receiving counselling via a Mental Health treatment Plan. Reduction in Radiation Exposure to Children and Young People from CT Scans Call 1800 010 630 today to book your appointment. Sessions are conducted over the phone or face to face. Australian Commission on Safety & Quality in Health Care has worked with a number of partners to develop a range of resources to support the reduction in potential harm to children and young people from radiation exposure. Follow the link for more information www.beyondblue.org.au/ newaccess. To download the new resources please click here. 3 Ninkowar Aboriginal Women’s Council Country SA PHN (CSAPHN) exists to bridge the gap of health inequity and access in rural South Australia by building a collaborative and responsive health care system. We do this by increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of medical service delivery while improving the coordination of care to ensure patients receive the right care in the right place at the right time. CSAPHN is moving towards a commissioning model commencing in the second year of operation (201617). As part of our commissioning process we will be advertising Requests for Quotations (RFQs), Requests for Tenders (RFTs) and Expressions of Interest (EOIs) using an online e-procurement system. We invite registrations from organisations who wish to receive such notifications to register within the e-Procurement system. Photo (left to right) Sandy Wilson (Ninkowar Chair) Kim Doecke (Project Coordinator – CSAPHN) Eunice Aston (Ninkowar Project Coordinator) Margi Sumner (Ninkowar Project Manager) Country SA PHN has recently signed a service agreement with the Ninkowar Aboriginal Women’s Council based in Murray Bridge. The Piltenggi Mi: Wi Mindari (strong spirited communities) project is aimed at implementation of a community specific response and support model that address episodic mental health occurrences in the after-hours period. To register as a potential supplier, visit www.tenderlink.com/countrysaphn The project will build capacity within individuals, families and the community to respond to mental health needs through the delivery of mental health training, education and information resources in the community. PO Box 868 Nuriootpa SA 5355 | 08 8565 8900 | www.countrysaphn.com.au For further information about this project, please contact Kim Doecke, Project Coordinator, Mental Health Service Design by email [email protected] or phone (08) 8565 8900. Nominate Australia’s top nurses for national honours Do you know an outstanding nurse or midwife who deserves to be honoured, now is the time to nominate them for the 10th annual HESTA Australian Nursing Awards. 2016 Commonwealth Bank Community Grants Nominations are made across three categories: Outstanding Graduate Team Excellence Nurse of the Year Applications for the 2016 Commonwealth Bank Community Grants program are opening soon. This year we will award $2 million in individual grants of up to $10,000 to organisations supporting children and youth up to the age of 21 years old. To nominate click here or go to https:// hestanursingawards.awardsplatform.com/ nominations close 11 March 2016. Applications opens 9:00am AEDT Monday 29 February 2016 and closes 5:00pm AEDT Monday 28 March 2016 with the successful recipients announced on Monday 20 June 2016. For more information: Visit www.commbank.com.au/ grants for the grant guidelines and information on the judging criteria. Applications must be completed online, and the online application form will be available at this site from 9.00am AEDT, Monday 29 February 2016 until 5.00pm AEDT, Monday 28 March 2016. The Handbook of Non-Drug interventions (HANDI) is making effective non-drug treatments more visible and easier to use. HANDI aims to make ‘prescribing’ a non-drug therapy almost as easy as writing a prescription. The topics in HANDI have been developed by the HANDI Project team and is supported by appropriate evidence. Our Community has a range of tips for writing grant applications available. You may find these useful when preparing your application. For more information go to http://www.racgp.org.au/yourpractice/guidelines/handi/. 4 Practice Toolbox Clinical Practice Guidelines on PSA Testing Managing emergencies and pandemics in general practice To download a copy of the guidelines click here or go to http://pcfa.org.au/ media/611412/PSA-Testing-Guidelines-Overview.pdf. The RACGP’s Managing emergencies and pandemics in general practice: A guide for preparation, response and recovery provides an overview of the planning process and outlines a range of activities that can be undertaken to help protect practice infrastructure and contents during the summer season. 1800 RFDS SA emergency number The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) has introduced a new 1800 telephone number for people needing urgent medical assistance while living, working and travelling in rural and remote South Australia. Also available is the RACGP endorsed Emergency Response Planning Tool (ERPT). This is a tool for practices to create unique, robust emergency plans, for which there is an annual fee. Call 1800 008 384 or email [email protected] for more information. Calls to the new number 1800 RFDS SA (1800 733 772) are monitored and received by staff at the RFDS Port Augusta Base 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Child Protection Toolkit Zika Virus resources The Child Protection Toolkit has been created by Moores and Our Community as part of our shared commitment to promoting child safety, and helping not-for-profit organisations ensure compliance with the complex web of legislation in this area. Zika is a mosquito borne virus that is closely related to dengue and also yellow fever. Zika can be found in animals in many parts of Asia and Africa without any outbreaks in humans. List of countries affected by outbreaks of Zika Zika factsheet - the basics Zika virus - information for clinicians and public health practitioners Zika virus - notifications of Zika virus infection (Zika) Interim recommendations for assessment of pregnant women returning from Zika virus - affected areas Interim recommendations for reducing the risk of sexual transmission of Zika virus Information for travellers about Zika virus testing The toolkit is designed to be read by school council members, principals and senior teachers, as well as board/committee members and senior managers of any not-for-profit organisation that works with children, though anyone can and should take it upon themselves to ensure every organisation is acting appropriately. To download the kit click here or go to http:// www.communitydirectors.com.au/files/ICDA/ Child_Protection_Toolkit_2016_Online.pdf. For more information go to http://www.health.gov.au/ internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/ohp-zika.htm. Humankind: Relationship Support for People with Chronic Illness Rural GP We are looking for a VR GP with emergency medicine skills to join our team at the Kangaroo Island (KI) Medical Clinic. Relationships Australia has launched a new website Humankind to support people living with chronic illness and their loved ones to achieve positive and respectful relationships. The clinic is currently staffed by 5 GPs (who also provide emergency on-call services to the KI Health Service), supported by 2 practice nurses, a practice manager and administration team, all with a commitment to providing high quality care to our patients. For more information go to www.humankindrelationships.com.au. Aged Care Complaints Commissioner https://www.agedcarecomplaints.gov.au/about/thecommisioner-and-the-staff/ Essential requirements: FACRRM or FRACGP Emergency medicine experience https://www.agedcarecomplaints.gov.au/resources/ Guide to the NSQHS Standards for community health services For more information please contact our Practice Manager, Genevieve Willson on 08 8553 2037; or to see more of what Kangaroo Island and the KI Medical Clinic have to offer, click here. Click here to download a copy of the standards. 5 Practice Toolbox Nursing in General Practice: A guide for the general practice team Healthy Communities: Immunisation rates for children in 2014–15 The Australian College of Nursing has developed a handbook to provide the general practice team with information on employing and supporting registered and enrolled nurses in general practice. The National Health Performance Authority has released the Healthy Communities: Immunisation rates for children in 2014–15 report. To read the report click here or for more information click here. The handbook reflects the ongoing development of roles of nurses in general practice, as well as changes to funding mechanisms available to support the employment of nurses in general practice. Click here to download a copy. As of Monday 4 April 2016, the below Drug and Alcohol Services South Australia (DASSA) sites will operate from 75-91 Magill Road, Stepney SA 5069 161 Greenhill Road, Parkside Alcohol Unit Payneham 90-92 Fourth Ave, Joslin Drug and Alcohol Services South Australia is moving Managing diabetes in an emergency stakeholder action kit DASSA Central Services currently located at 92 Osmond Terrace Norwood will operate from 91 Magill Rd, Stepney as of Monday 18 April 2016. Operating hours will be between 9.00am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. The stakeholder action kit, which was jointly developed by DA and ADEA to provide emergency preparedness information for organisations that help people with diabetes. To download the action kit click here. Onsite parking is available for visitors with additional street parking also available adjacent to DASSA Central Services. Service Provider readiness for the ACAT Transition If you have any queries regarding the relocation, please contact 08 7425 5000 or email [email protected] From 1 February 2016, Aged Care Assessment Teams (ACATs) will start to use My Aged Care to conduct comprehensive assessments and referrals. Revised registration standards and standards for practice – Registered and Enrolled Nurses ACAT full transition date for South Australia is the 15 March 2016. Further information including support material for using the My Aged Care provider portal is available on the Department’s website at dss.gov.au/myagedcare. It is critical all providers ensure they can receive referrals from My Aged Care prior to transition. The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) have recently revised registration standards and standards for practice for both Registered and Enrolled Nurses. The revised registration standards come into effect on 1 June 2016 and will replace the registration standards that are currently in place. All nurses and midwives will need to meet the obligations of the revised registration standards by registration the next registration renewal period in May 2017. They do not apply to renewals of registration in 2016. Enrolled nurse standards for practice PDF or Word version Fact sheet - Enrolled nurse standards for practice January 2016 PDF Registered nurse standards for practice PDF or Word version Additional assistance is also available on the My Aged Care service provider and assessor helpline (1800 836 799). The helpline is available from 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 2pm Saturday, local time across Australia. Are you an Enrolled Nurse administering Medications? The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia require Enrolled Nurses must only administer medicines (including topical medications used in wound care) if they have completed the relevant administration education units. Board-approved programs of study are published under Approved programs of study on the National Board website. These are programs of study for nursing and midwifery that have been accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and approved by the National Board. Fact sheet: Registered nurse standards for practice PDF or Word version Summary of key changes – can be found here http:// www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/News/2016-02-01revised-standards.aspx. Satisfactory completion of two essential Board-approved units of study for administration of medicines: Analyse health information HLTAP501C, (previously identified as HLTAP501A or HLTAP501B), and Administer and monitor medications in the work environment, HLTEN507C (previously identified as HLTEN507A and HLTEN507B) My Health Record News The first digital bulletin for My Health Record, bringing you the latest news on the relaunch of My Health Record (originally called the Personally Controlled Electronic Health Record). To download a copy click here. 6 Professional Development Register for Rural Emergency Skills Program (RESP) Port Lincoln Victor Harbor Port Pirie Renmark Mount Barker Port Augusta Kadina Angaston Port Pirie Question My Digestion?! An update on Irritable Bowel Syndrome 4 - 5 March 2016 8 - 9 April 2016 20 - 21 May 2016 3 - 4 June 2016 1 - 2 July 2016 29 - 30 July 2016 9 - 10 September 2016 21 - 22 October 2016 18 - 19 November 2016 Wednesday,2 March 2016 6.00pm-8.30pm Novotel Barossa Valley Presented by Dr William Tam (Gastroenterologist) Click here for more information or click here to register. Psychiatric Emergencies- assessing and managing suicidal behaviours Friday 11 March 2016 6.00pm-8.30pm Rendezvous Inn, Penola Presented by Dr Michelle Atchison (Psychiatrist) Click here for more information or click here to register. The Rural Emergency Skills Program (RESP) workshops are held Friday evening and all day Saturday. Visit RESP for further information on the program and application details. Enquiries can be directed to Jessica Fry at [email protected] or phone 08 8234 8277. Practice Manager Network Meeting Tuesday 1st March 2016 8:00am – 10:00am Summit Health Centre, 85 Wellington Road, Mount Barker To register email [email protected]. Riverland Clinical Skills Weekend (GP Obstetrics) 18 - 20 March 2016 held in Renmark To apply, visit Riverland Clinical Skills Weekend. Applications close 9am Monday 29 February 2016. Falls in the Community - why act! Insulin initiation for type 2 diabetes in primary care – critical role for practice nurses Wednesday 9 March 2016, 6.00pm - 8.45pm @313, 313 Payneham Road, Royston Park Online education program. Learn more about this program. For more information or to register click here. The Role of GPs in Domestic Violence? Tuesday 19 April 2016, 6.00pm - 9.00pm Country SA PHN Meeting Room, Beckwith Park, 30 Tanunda Road, Nuriootpa. medSPACE UMAT Preparation Workshops for 2016 RDWA’s medSPACE UMAT Preparation Workshop is for students who have a rural background and need to sit the UMAT for admission into university in 2017. To register email [email protected]. The program provides you with a comprehensive one-day workshop delivered by MedEntry in one of three locations: Whyalla 30 April 2016 Adelaide 21 May 2016 Mount Gambier 4 June 2016 Quorn Clinical Skills Weekend, 15-17 April 2016 Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (University of Adelaide) and Doctor of Medicine (Flinders University) students who are members of either AURHA or FURHS are eligible to apply for this event. For more information and to apply, visit medSPACE UMAT Preparation Workshops. To apply, visit Quorn Clinical Skills Weekend. Applications close 9am Monday 28 March 2016. Assessment of inflammatory arthritis eMHPrac Webinar 5: Using e-Mental RDWA GP Local Event for March Wednesday 2nd March 6:30pm – 9:00pm, Wanera Wine Bar, 65 Murray Street, Angaston Health resources in your work: Getting to know online programs for children and young people Thursday, March 17 2016 commencing at 6.00pm Documentation relevant for CPD available upon request. Click HERE to read more and to register. Registrations for this event will be $35.00 to be paid on registration. This fee will include a main course meal, with beverages available for purchase. A receipt will be provided to you after registration for tax purposes. Register here. Cultural Safety Training Management of Acute Hand and Wrist Injuries Thursday 31 March 2016 or Saturday 2 April 2016 in Adelaide. Tuesday 15 March 2016, St Francis Winery, Old Reynella Click here for more information or click here to register. For further information or to register email [email protected] or phone 0448 302 955. 7 Professional Development 2016 Annual Conference of the Australian Association of Practice Managers’ Grants Closing Soon for Enhanced Nurse Clinics Nurses leading best practice in primary health care. APNA is being funded by the Australian Government to develop innovative models of clinical care delivered by nurses in primary health care settings. A maximum of 10 sites will be selected Australiawide – in metropolitan, regional and rural locations – based on local population health needs. The conference will be held in Melbourne from Tuesday 18 October 2016 to Friday 21 October 2016 at the Crown Promenade. For more information or to register click here. Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Expressions of interest for grants are invited from providers across primary health care. For more information, click here. Saturday 19 March 2016, 8.00am - 4.30pm $495.00 (inc GST) @313, 313 Payneham Road, Royston Park If you have thought about setting up a nurse clinic, we are happy to talk to you about your ideas. Please give us a call on 1300 303 184 and speak to Jane or Linda, alternatively email [email protected]. RACGP, ACRRM points & Anaesthetics or Emergency Grant available. For more info or to register visit https://www.ivvy.com/ event/HEaT/. Transition to Practice Applications Closing Soon! Continuing Professional Development Workshop and Retreat A supportive 12 month program for recently graduated and experienced nurses transitioning to primary health care. 24-27 May 2016 Mount Lofty House Adelaide Hills 74 Mt Lofty Summit Road Crafers Are you a nurse who’s just started work in primary health care (i.e. aged care, correctional health, general practice)? 4-day / 3-night package @ $2,180 includes GST, accommodation and most meals. (Early-bird discount applies –places are strictly limited.) Are you an experienced primary health care nurse who’s passionate about developing the nursing workforce? APNA’s Transition to Practice program is accepting applications from transitioning nurses with and without workplace nurse support available. Expressions of interest are closing soon for transitioning nurses, their workplaces and individuals to undertake the nurse preceptor, nurse mentor or nurse mentor/preceptor roles. Self-Compassion: The Doorway to Resilient Practice at the iconic manor hotel, Mount Lofty House, which overlooks the stunning Piccadilly Valley in the Adelaide Hills wine region. This high quality experiential program, with foundations in evidence-based contemplative traditions, is at a relaxed pace with plenty of free time to rejuvenate, wander through the countryside, visit nearby historic towns, enjoy wonderful meals, and practice self-compassion. Closing Friday 04 March 2016. Click Here for more information. This is a great CPD, including peer consultation, opportunity that combines work, travel and relaxation in an affordable package. And, Autumn is beautiful in the Hills. For more information or to register, please visit www.boutiqueseminars.com. Unlocking asthma inhaler technique NPS MedicineWise in partnership with Asthma Australia have developed an interactive online learning module for health professionals designed to emphasise the importance of checking patients’ asthma inhaler technique to ensure correct usage. Unique features of this online learning module include communication skills required to start the conversation with patients as well as the methodology to demonstrate correct technique. Go to http:// learn.nps.org.au/mod/page/view.php?id=5214#CPD. Common Musculoskeletal Injuries, Knee Thursday 17 March 2016, Standpipe Inn, Port Augusta Click here for more information or click here to register. 8 Professional Development 2016 PCDSA conference An Educational Program in Male Health Promotion The Primary Care Diabetes Society of Australia (PCDSA) aims to support primary care health professionals to deliver high quality clinically effective care, in order to improve the lives of people living with diabetes. ENGAGING MEN combines evidence based theory and practice with a focus on developing individual awareness, knowledge and interpersonal and group skills. Training to be held in Adelaide 16-20 May 2016, for more information or to registered email [email protected] The will be held 30 April 2016 at the University of Melbourne, Parkville Campus, Melbourne Australia. The conference program has been specifically designed for all primary care clinicians working in diabetes care so to; Advance their education and learning in the field of diabetes health care Promote best practice standards and clinically effective care in the management of diabetes Facilitate the collaboration between health professionals to improve the quality of diabetes primary care across Australia Abuse prevention “train the trainer” prevent abuse of older people through education Education event for practice managers. 16 March 2016 9.30am - 12.30pm ARAS, 16 Hutt Street, Adelaide For more information or to register click here or go to http://www.sa.agedrights.asn.au/about_us/events/ train_the_trainer_training_session. For more information or to register click here. Dealing with depression in rural Australia Saturday 14 May 2016, 9.00am - 5.00pm, Mount Gambier Management of medical emergencies in the medical practice Advanced training in suicide prevention Friday 11 March 2016, 9.00am - 5.00pm Port Lincoln Saturday 21 May 2016, 9.00am - 5.00pm, Adelaide This session is for GPs and practice nurses. For more information or to register click here. Friday 3rd June 2016, 1.00pm - 4.00pm, Hindmarsh Square Targeting anxiety in Youth For more information or to register for the above events click here. Country SA PHN www.countrysaphn.com.au Newsletter subscription [email protected] 30 Tanunda Road Nuriootpa SA 5355 PO Box 868 Nuriootpa SA 5355 t 08 8565 8900 f 08 8311 1723 9 FOLLOW US @Countrysaphn