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Changes to Queensland’s legislation relating to Immunisation Medicines have been made effective as of 7 April 2025. Below outlines a summary of these changes. The amendments include changes to the list of immunisation medicines contained in the following Extended Practice Authorities (EPAs): Pharm...
Meet some of the female leaders who help drive Gold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN) forward in their senior roles on the Board and committees. Dr Tammra Warby – GCPHN Board Deputy Chair Dr Tammra Warby has been a GP on the Gold Coast since 2017. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College...
When ex-Cyclone Alfred blew onto Mount Tamborine, it revived stark memories of a similar weather event, not so long ago, that residents would rather forget. The mountain was the hardest hit during the devastating 2023 Christmas night tornado, suffering widespread property damage and a significant bl...
The Gold Coast Public Health Unit (GCPHU) is supporting vaccine service providers in the aftermath of ex-cyclone Alfred with the extensive reported cold chain breaches (CCB). To help the GCPHU assess the extent of cold chain breaches to ensure safe and effective vaccines are being administered over ...
Now the winds have died down and the skies have started to clear, the work for our community’s recovery has begun. General practices are at the heart of this process, stepping in to provide vital support and stability during these challenging times. Tropical cyclones not only wreak havoc on our su...
With Tropical Cyclone Alfred approaching southeast Queensland, severe weather could impact the Gold Coast region. Now is the time for general practices and primary healthcare providers within the Gold Coast PHN region to take proactive steps to prepare for potential disruptions. Key preparedness act...
Preventing vaccine administration errors (VAEs) The Gold Coast Public Health Unit has received several recent enquiries regarding Vaccine Administration Errors (VAE’s). These include, but are not limited to, vaccines given at an incorrect site or age and administration of expired vaccines. When ad...
The Gold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN) recently hosted a one-day course to enable a group of practice nurses enhance their immunisation skills. Held in late November, the course, facilitated by Vaxworks Health Services and adapted from Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) Immunisation Tr...
GPGC update: building a stronger future together As we reflect on recent achievements and look ahead to the future, we’re excited to share some key updates from the General Practice Gold Coast (GPGC). Your ongoing support continues to empower us in our mission to support and strengthen the GP comm...
Services Australia has advised there will be a system release for the Organisation Register on 9 December 2024, which will introduce the following changes: Introduction of a new data field – Practice type From December, all new practices registering with MyMedicare must select a practice type whil...
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