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Palliative care plays an important role in the community. Care Manager at St Andrews Aged Care, Regina Huang, says she feels incredibly fortunate to have been awarded a full scholarship through Gold Coast Primary Health Network to pursue a Graduate Certificate in Palliative Care. “My passion for d...
For many registered nurses, working in the residential aged care homes sector is more than just a job – it’s a calling. Monalisa Arcenas-Baterna, a registered nurse and quality education manager at BUPA Merrimac, says working in aged care has been nothing short of life changing. With a backgroun...
As a dedicated family practice managing approximately 100 residents across five to six nursing homes, effective coordination between healthcare providers is crucial in delivering optimal care for patients with cognitive impairment and dementia. This article explores the challenges faced and proposes...
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...
Des and Wendy striking the right chord in retirement For 79-year-old Des Weatherhog, life in retirement is all about embracing new adventures, staying active, and making meaningful connections. “I lost my wife, Barb, to breast cancer 16 years ago, which really slowed down my motivation for a lot...
Imagine a shield that protects you and your loved ones from falling seriously ill. Vaccination campaigns are a powerful tool to stop the spread of diseases like the flu and to keep us safe. By getting vaccinated, we create a protective bubble known as herd immunity, making it harder for diseases to ...
Sanofi’s VaxiGrip Tetra® vaccine for the 2025 influenza season is expected to arrive in early April. To ensure early access to flu vaccines for all eligible groups, a supply of Sanofi’s FluQuadri® has been made available for immunisation providers to vaccinate National Immunisation Program (...
Ways to protect your lungs and improve your health If you have Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), taking the right steps can help slow its progression, reduce flare-ups and improve your overall health. Keeping up with vaccinations People diagnosed with COPD are more vulnerable to severe i...
There’s one thing scarier than ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred… and it’s not your dirty laundry pile. It’s mould. Left unchecked, mould stains surfaces, stinks up your space, and can even cause health issues. Breathing in mould spores can trigger sneezing, coughing and congestion, and if you have...
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...
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