PHN celebrates R U OK? Day
September 29, 2024
This September the PHN celebrated R U OK? Day – an annual day that reminds us to meaningfully connect with the people around us, and open up conversations about our mental and emotional wellbeing.
Toowoomba residents empowered to protect their bone health
September 29, 2024
GPs on Curzon, with support from the PHN, have provided eligible patients with the opportunity to protect their bone health.
Cervical screening self-collection on the rise in response ‘In their hands’ project
August 30, 2024
The ‘In their hands’ project was launched by Darling Downs and West Moreton PHN Primary Care team in July 2022, resulting in a significant increase in cervical screening self-collection.
Care finders connect in Toowoomba
August 30, 2024
In August, the PHN team hosted a meeting with care finders from across the region to share information and reflect on the great work being done to assist older people navigate the aged care system.
PHN staff visit Bora Rings and Gummingurru cultural sites
August 30, 2024
Staff from both Ipswich and Toowoomba offices were privileged to visit the Bora Rings and Queens Park on Jagera, Yuggera, and Ugarapul lands, and Gummingurru on Jarowair land.
Record response TALK ABOUT Disability and Neurodiversity
August 30, 2024
This month we launched a brand-new TALK ABOUT topic that asks community members who are neurodivergent or live with disability to share their experiences of health care.
New patient care facilitator program to help avoid hospital readmission
August 30, 2024
Darling Downs and West Moreton PHN and West Moreton Health are partnering with local general practices and Aboriginal Medical Service to implement a new Patient Care Facilitator program to assist patients from Ipswich Hospital’s general medical ward to avoid hospital readmissions.
New patient care facilitator program to help avoid hospital readmission
August 21, 2024
Darling Downs and West Moreton PHN and West Moreton Health are partnering with local general practices and Aboriginal Medical Service to implement a new Patient Care Facilitator program to assist patients from Ipswich Hospital’s general medical ward to avoid hospital readmissions.
Is it True? Delivering sexual health education to students
July 31, 2024
Recently True Relationships & Reproductive Health, in partnership with the PHN, delivered the Is It True? Sexual Health, Lifestyles and Relationships Program at Harristown State High School in Toowoomba.