SearchDigital Security Update – Windows 7 End of support
If you're still using Windows 7, then it's time to plan an upgrade! Support for the Windows 7 operating system is ending on 14 January 2020. After this, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or support for computers or devices running Windows 7.
Accessing PHN Commissioned Services over the Holidays
To support continuity of access to mental health, suicide prevention and alcohol and other drug treatment services we have compiled service information for PHN commissioned services during the Christmas and New Year holidays.
Living with dementia during the holidays
As we prepare for the Christmas holidays, Dementia Australia has released the below help sheets to share with people living with dementia and their family members/carers.
Australian bushfires: How to fight respiratory exacerbations
Queensland and NSW are dealing with catastrophic bushfires that may last weeks or months. The increase in air pollution can aggravate many COPD symptoms, the Advisory Board have put together some top resources that can help you treat and manage an increase in respiratory patients effectively.
Support for Rural Specialists in Australia
Don’t miss out on funding to support your next professional development activity. Applications for Funding Round 5 close on 31 January 2020. Grants worth up to $10,000 are available to support registration fees, travel, accommodation, and meals.
West Moreton Health Measles Webinar
West Moreton Health have recently provided a webinar for health professionals with updated techniques for diagnosing and treating the current measles outbreak.
Urgent advice for GPs: Eight (8) cases of measles now confirmed in the Ipswich area
Eight cases of measles have now been confirmed in the Ipswich area. The large outbreak of measles is continuing in the Metro South Health area (southern Brisbane/Logan).
RACGP AOD Education Program applications now open
Applications for the RACGP’s Alcohol and Other Drugs Education Program Treatment Skills Training are now open.
Maternal pertussis vaccine reminder
The pertussis-containing vaccine is provided free to pregnant women through the National Immunisation Program.
