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Self-Management of Chronic Conditions (SMOCC) service

GPs can refer eligible patients to a free, structured, telephone-based chronic disease support service. This patient-centred service covers four domains: physical activity, health education, counselling, behaviour modification strategies and support for self-management. SMOCC is in Gold Coast Health...

Get the facts: Everything you and your patients need to know about HPV self-collection

The biggest Australia-wide cervical screening campaign in 20 years commences in September, likely to increase patient demand for HPV self-collection. The Australian Government has funded the Australian Centre for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer to get healthcare providers up to speed before the pa...

Be prepared this winter season

All Queenslanders can help prevent the spread of acute respiratory infections by taking key steps: Get your free influenza immunisation Ensure you are up to date with your COVID-19 booster Protect your little ones with the free RSV immunisation – eligibility required Stay at home when you ar...

Free RSV Immunisation now available for eligible Queensland infants and young children

RSV is a highly contagious respiratory illness which is linked to the increased risk of ongoing wheezing and asthma, allergies, decreased lung function, and other long-term health issues. It is the number one cause of hospitalisation in Australian children under five years of age (almost 16,000 admi...

Cyber security for general practice

Digital transformation has greatly enhanced various aspects of daily life, including healthcare. However, this increased reliance on digital systems presents a growing opportunity for cybercriminals worldwide. The healthcare industry, in particular, has become a lucrative target due to the sensitive...

When did you last prioritise your health?

You work in health but when was the last time you prioritised your own health? You can start your journey towards a healthier you with My health for life. Delivered over six sessions, you will work with your Health Coach to set your own goals and create a step-by-step plan to help you achieve them [...

Even though I felt good, I was at high risk of a heart attack

Neil Ballment knew he had to do something about his health. At almost 100kgs and having led a sedentary, often stressful, career as a lawyer, Neil didn’t want to become another heart attack statistic. “Five years into retirement, you look at your belly and think ‘that’s not good’. I’d be...

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