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14 Apr

Women’s group-based Program, Resources and Training is live!

To support our sector to deliver smoking and vaping cessation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women in pregnancy and beyond, AH&MRC have partnered with the Which Way? team and Waminda South Coast Women’s Health…

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11 Apr

Ear Checks with Mr. Aaron

Good hearing is essential for learning, and thanks to the Our Healthy Kids program, Year 6 students at Bowen Public School in Orange had the opportunity to receive on-site hearing and vision checks—right at school!…

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9 Apr

Our Healthy Kids Term 1 Recap

This term, the Our Healthy Kids program has been on the move—bringing smiles, support, and lifelong health advice to schools across NSW. Our Western team hit the road, travelling far and wide to reach students…

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31 Mar

Grant Opportunity for Medical Research and Innovation

The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) is administering a new grant opportunity on behalf of the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, aimed at advancing medical research and innovation through the…

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31 Mar

Movember Institute of Men’s Health Indigenous PhD Scholarship

A full-time Indigenous PhD scholarship is available as part of a national project within Movember’s Indigenous Social and Emotional Wellbeing portfolio. This initiative is a collaboration between the Flinders Health & Medical Research Institute (FHMRI)…

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27 Mar

Upcoming Webinars

Triple protection: Vaccines for influenza, COVID-19 and RSV in 2025  Date: Thursday 27 March 2025 Time: 12:00 – 1:15 p.m The NCIRS is hosting a Webinar today on vaccinations, aiming to provide information on influenza, COVID-19…

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27 Mar

Doin’ it Right and Using Condoms!

Don’t forget we supply our member services with FREE condoms and lube!  Check out our new packaging! (see pic above)  Each packet comes with 2x latex condoms and 2x lube sachets in a handy packet…

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27 Mar

Gonorrhoea – Antimicrobial Resistance

NSW Health had a recent notification of a locally acquired, extensively drug resistant (XDR) gonorrhoea. The XDR showed high level resistance and decreased susceptibility to first line drugs, azithromycin and ceftriaxone, used in the treatment…

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27 Mar

Breast Density Reporting (BreastScreen NSW)

Breast screening (i.e. with mammograms) every 2 years is recommended for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women in NSW aged 40-74 years. In addition to the routine mammogram result that is sent to the GP…

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26 Mar

Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF) & Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) – video for Primary Care

NSW Health has developed a video to help primary health care teams recognise and manage acute rheumatic fever (ARF) and rheumatic heart disease (RHD). ARF/RHD predominantly affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. At-risk individuals can…

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26 Mar

Aftermath of Cyclone Alfred – Protection Against Mosquito Borne Viruses

Mosquito numbers can increase as a consequence of floods and cyclones, such as in the recent case of Cyclone Alfred. Heavy rainfall and flooding result in standing water which provides ideal conditions for mosquitos to…

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26 Mar

Disaster Resources for the Community

Some of you have been – and continue to be – impacted by the recent Cyclone Alfred. To assist with coping in the immediate aftermath of this extreme weather event, we have included links to…

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26 Mar

Book Drive for Orana Haven Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol Residential Rehabilitation Centre

Orana Haven is an Aboriginal Residential Drug and Alcohol Residential Rehabilitation Centre. Located in a remote part of New South Wales, clients undertake drug and alcohol rehabilitation activities throughout the time they are there. Whilst they are busy…

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10 Mar

Cyclone Alfred Update & Resources

As Cyclone Alfred continues to impact New South Wales, it’s crucial for residents to remain vigilant and prepared. The cyclone has brought heavy rainfall, strong winds, and significant flooding to various regions, necessitating prompt action…

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6 Mar

Upcoming Webinars

Advancing Health Literacy Research from Ideas to Implementation In this first webinar of their two-part series on translational health literacy research, they will: Break down the translational research continuum—what it is and why it matters Showcase…

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