CheckUP Australia in South Brisbane, Queensland | Non-governmental organisation (NGO)

CheckUP Australia

Locality: South Brisbane, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 3105 8300

Address: Level 2, 36 Russell Street 4101 South Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.checkup.org.au

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25.01.2022 CheckUP received funding from the Arrow Energy Brighter Futures program to develop My See Clearer packs for adults in rural and remote communities undergoing cataract surgery. Last Thursday, we launched the program and the first 14 patients from Cairns and surrounds received life changing cataract surgery and their My See Clearer packs. This funding has enabled us to produce 500 packs which come in a special calico bag and include important resources, sunglasses, water bottle..., a Keep cup, tissues, coffee and hot chocolate sachets, biscuits, wet wipes, dental travel pack, stress ball, and moisturiser. Some of these items were kindly donated from the Fred Hollows Foundation. A big thanks to our provider - Dr OHagan from Cairns Eye and Laser Clinic, our facility - Far North Day Hospital and our wonderful patients who are all delighted about their new-found vision. This surgery was made possible with funding from the Australian Government Eye and Ear Surgical Support Services Program, coordinated by CheckUP. #arrowcommunities #arrowenergy #creatinghealthiercommunities #myseeclearerpacks

25.01.2022 Do you have an event or activity in mind for this year's Queensland Mental Health Week (10-18 October)? Apply for a grant to boost your efforts! And share with your followers so they can apply too! Grants from $500 to $2500 available... Applications close 24 July Apply now https://bit.ly/2WjUrR7 See more

25.01.2022 We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we stand and walk, where we live and where we work. We acknowledge the Turrbal and Jagera peoples, the Iningai people, and we pay our respects to Elders past and present, and future leaders. #InThisTogether2020 #NRW2020

25.01.2022 Its #DisabilityActionWeek (13-19 September)! This years theme Access-ability making things better for everyone highlights the benefits of improved accessibility, not only for people with disability but also for the whole community. With the commencement of the Access for All project focused on mainstream health accessibility for people with a disability, CheckUP is undergoing its own organisational transformation towards becoming more disability aware. Learn more a...bout the steps we are undertaking to improve accessibility, here: https://buff.ly/33bHH1C. Find out how you can get involved in Disability Action Week, here: https://buff.ly/3bHOpjC.

24.01.2022 A special day in Cairns this week with the signing-up of our very first Health Gateway to Industry school, Bentley Park College.

23.01.2022 CheckUP has been engaged by Queensland Genomics to deliver the Genomics for GPs Project. The overall aim of the project is to assist the state's general practitioner workforce in understanding and incorporating the accurate use of precision medicine in primary care. Key deliverables include the development and delivery of genomics education for GPs across Queensland. To find out more about the Queensland Genomics initiative click below!

23.01.2022 Thank you to the staff from Kelvin Grove State College (KGSC) who had an introductory meeting with our new Health Gateway to Industry Schools Program (GISP) team today. KGSC are already doing some amazing work with their students who are pursuing a health career, and were looking forward to working closely with KGSC on the Health GISP. Pictured below, while observing social distancing protocols, are Sam (CheckUP), Val (VET Coordinator, KGSC), Mary-Anne (CheckUP) and Jimmy (Industry Education Advisor, KGSC).

23.01.2022 Although Breast Cancer Awareness Month is almost over, those living with breast cancer still need our help. The National Breast Cancer Foundation aim to increase the survival rate of women diagnosed with breast cancer form 91% to 100% by 2030. To show your support see links in their post below.

23.01.2022 Its R U OK Day, a reminder that every day is a day to start a conversation that could change a life. You dont have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not OK. By knowing what to say you can help someone feel supported and access appropriate help long before theyre in crisis, which can make a really positive difference to their life. Learn what to say after #RUOK, here: https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask.... Contact Lifeline Australia for crisis support. Call 13 11 14. #ruokeveryday #theresmoretosay

22.01.2022 Are you looking for an opportunity to give back this Christmas? One of our members, Micah Projects, is calling for community support. Each year at Christmas, with the help of their supporters, Michah Projects provide opportunities for families and individuals experiencing disadvantage in Brisbane to celebrate and enjoy the festive season. Register as a volunteer to help organise, pack and deliver food hampers and fresh fruit, here: https://signup.com/go/hXCOPLg.... #CheckUPMember

22.01.2022 Oh what a feeling! Was so good to have a whole staff catch-up for the first time this year! Way better than seeing each other on Zoom.

22.01.2022 Outreach podiatry provider, Debbie Lewry, and the team at NPA Family and Community Services in Bamaga were very excited to provide their first foot clinic in 12 months to patients! It was a very successful and rewarding day. Congratulations team! #creatinghealthiercommunities Pictured below: Back row left to right: Tarzha Pascoe, Patrick Williams, Naizel Enosa, Front row left to right: Roey Abednego, Dr Richard Janus, Dale Sebasio, Debbie Lewry

21.01.2022 This week is Queensland Child Protection Week (6-12 September 2020). To show our support we would like to share with you CheckUPs Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing, which outlines the key values and principles of CheckUPs approach to protecting children and young people from abuse and neglect. CheckUP is committed to ensuring that children, young people, families and communities feel safe. https://www.checkup.org.au//320892_Child_Safety_and_Wellbe... Child protection is everyones responsibility! It is up to us as adults to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our young people, and to be the voice they often dont have. This week reach out to the young people around you take notice, have conversations and report signs of abuse or neglect. We can all play a part in keeping children safe and nurturing them so they too can grow into strong, confident and happy adults Child abuse has many forms and can involve: Being ignored, going hungry and feeling and/or being treated as invisible Seeing or directly experiencing domestic and family violence Being physically, verbally, sexually or emotionally abused Not having health, educational and other developmental needs met Being forced to do something that feels 'wrong' Being forced into situations that dont feel safe or be with people who feel unsafe IF YOU HAVE CONCERNS ABOUT A CHILD OR YOUNG PERSON, CALL: Brisbane Phone: 1300 682 254 Fax: 07 3259 8771 Central Queensland Phone: 1300 703 762 Fax: 07 4938 4697 Far North Queensland Phone: 1300 684 062 Fax: 07 4039 8320 North Coast Phone: 1300 703 921 Fax: 07 5420 9049 North Queensland Phone: 1300 706 147 Fax: 07 4799 7273 South East Phone: 1300 679 849 Fax: 07 3884 8802 South West Phone: 1300 683 390 Fax: 07 4616 1796 IF THE MATTER IS URGENT CALL: 000 For additional support information or resources visit the Queensland Child Protection Week website- https://childprotectionweek.org.au/ #childprotectionweek #keepingchildrensafe #childsafety

21.01.2022 Tomorrow is the Queensland State Election . Have you read the member service guide from Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council yet? If not, you can do so, here: https://bit.ly/3jE7Ufh We support their campaign, advocating for Health Equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People this election!

19.01.2022 Wed like to remind everyone that our special QPHCN event is coming up next Monday 1 June 2020 from 10:30am - 11:30am. The theme for this event is Reconciliation - In this together, to mark National Reconciliation Week 2020. With an opening performance from Yerongpan Aboriginal Corporations Derek Oram Sandy, followed by keynote presentation from Reconciliation Queenslands Aunty Heather Castledine, and finishing with Q&A with members of our Reconciliation Panel, its an ev...ent you wont want to miss! Thanks to generous sponsorship by HESTA, registration for Junes online event is free for all. We hope to see you online! If you havent registered yet please click on the link below. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/queensland-primary-health-c

18.01.2022 QPHCN - New Speaker - Dr JR Baker - Register Now! There's still time to register for Wednesday's QPHCN Webinar- social prescribing . Now from 10am-11.15am. See below for all the details! http://createsend.com/t/i-3859671E01B945842540EF23F30FEDED

18.01.2022 Last week CheckUP hosted the Quarter 4 Queensland Primary Health Care Network (QPHCN) event for 2020! This was an online webinar on the exciting new topic of #socialprescribing. It was a great turn out with over half the participants attending their very first QPHCN. We would like to thank all of the presenters from Inala Primary Care, Primary & Community Care Services, Larter Consulting, Universityof Queensland and CheckUP, and everyone who participated from QLD, NSW & WA.... If you missed the webinar, you can now watch the video recording below!

17.01.2022 Last week CheckUP hosted the third QPHCN meeting for the year. The theme for this meeting was mental health and wellbeing during the pandemic, with a keynote from the Queensland Mental Health Commissioner, Ivan Frkovic. We would like to thank all of our presenters and participants for attending the meeting. As always there was a lot of valuable information shared during the meeting. For those who missed the meeting or want to see it again, watch the recording below. We would also like to thank our sponsor HESTA for their ongoing support of QPHCN.

17.01.2022 Congratulations to our Access for All advisory group Chair Dr Dinesh Palipana OAM for being named the 2021 #QLD #AusoftheYear! As co-founder of Doctors With Disabilities Australia, Dinesh has worked with the Australian Medical Association to create first-of-kind national policies for inclusivity in medical education and employment. You can watch Dinesh's acceptance speech now at https://bit.ly/3lkVnz8.

17.01.2022 Last chance to register - Genomics for GPs webinar - session one. Queensland Genomics in partnership with CheckUP is hosting three free online sessions on genomic education for Queensland's general practice workforce. Each session will cover the following topics for genomics in healthcare: Clinical presentation of common conditions Ordering genetic tests... Prenatal screening and non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) Specialist referrals for genetic conditions Session one topic: Prenatal and Paediatric Genetics. Wednesday 23 September, 6:30pm to 8:30pm This webinar will be facilitated by Dr Michael Gabbett, a practising clinical geneticist. The last 30 minutes of every session will be allocated for a live question and answer round and interaction with the educator using Slido. This activity is pending RACGP approval for 4 CPD activity points. Register now!! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/genomics-for-gps-webinar-se

17.01.2022 Since 2017, the Be Well Learn Well (BWLW) program has supported 447 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, from pre-prep to grade 12, to receive much needed allied health services to address behavioural and learning issues at schools. BWLW is a Queensland Department of Education initiative in partnership with CheckUP Australia, Gidgee Healing and the Apunipima Cape York Health Council. For more information, visit the CheckUP website - https://www.checkup.org.au//C...heckUP_He/Be_Well_Learn_Well/ Minister for Education, Grace Grace MP

17.01.2022 Our Health Gateway Schools team has been hitting the road over the last couple of weeks, visiting schools, supporting training initiatives and promoting careers in health through the CYO Health Career website. Recent engagement with schools included visits to Kelvin Grove State College, Runcorn State High School and the Deception Bay and Hemmant Flexible Learning Centre’s (FLC) from Edmund Rice Education’s Marlene Moore network. Our Gateway team was invited to the launch of K...elvin Grove State College's Health Simulation Centre, which also witnessed the signing of an MOU between CheckUP and the school, officially engaging KGSC as the first Health Gateway School in Brisbane. Mary-Anne and Sam were also present for the inauguration of Runcorn SHS’ Health Academy, which is a fully functional medical clinic upcycled from a shipping container developed and donated to the school by Canstruct. And finally the team participated in a Mini Careers Expo organised by the Deception Bay FLC, demonstrating the CYO website and providing information on the range of rewarding opportunities available in the health sector. Stay in touch with the Gateway team at [email protected] Subscribe to our newsletter https://confirmsubscription.com/h/i/89D27E1E483A4CE0 and visit www.gateway2health.com.au

16.01.2022 We all have a role to play in ensuring #accessibility and inclusion for those in our communities living with a disability. You can help break down barriers by being aware of the myths and the facts about people with disability. WANT TO LEARN MORE? ... People with Disability Australia Incorporated (PWDA) have a great series of videos on their YouTube channel. Equitable Access for People with Disability: https://youtu.be/mcI-I53Bl4Y. Young People Talk Accessibility: https://youtu.be/DDwR2Q9tbcY. #DisabilityActionWeek

16.01.2022 Welcome to the Quarter 4 edition of Reaching Out for 2019/20. It's been a busy quarter to end a busy year. See inside: - Important information for providers surrounding service agreements and delivery - Provider profile - Peter Wallace - Swapping the city life for rural and remote Queensland... - Handy information and links regarding clinical governance - View COVID-19 health updates and resources - Read about CheckUP's initiatives and events: Gateway Industry Skills Program, Queensland Primary Health Care Network (QPHCN) registration and Queensland Mental Health Week (QMHW) events - Plus much more See more

16.01.2022 We havent let COVID slow us down, with our new online training for GPs proving to be extremely popular. Last night we held the first of three webinars on genomics as part of our Genomics for GPs series, held in partnership with Queensland Genomics. 52 general practitioners attended. And tonight we have session two of our Mental Health Skills Training (MHST) course for GPs and Mental Health Nurses being held in collaboration with Western Queensland Primary Health Network an...d Northern Queensland PHN. Thanks to our trainers, Dr Michael Gabbett (Genomics) and Dr Fiona McGrath (MHST) for delivering informative and engaging sessions.

15.01.2022 As #NRW2020 draws to a close, we reflect on the weeks past events and consider how we strengthen our commitment to reconciliation going forward. In addition to the QPHCN, CheckUP staff watched a virtual screening of In My Blood It Runs, an observational feature documentary following 10-year-old Arrernte Aboriginal boy, Dujuan, growing up in Alice Springs. In My Blood It Runs documentary is screening today at 6.30pm, followed by a live Q&A with film director Maya Newell and guests. To book your tickets to this must-see film visit https://inmyblooditruns.com/screenings/#virtualcinema Check out the trailer - https://inmyblooditruns.com/#watchtrailer

15.01.2022 A great opportunity to promote our Choose Your Own Health Career website at Kelvin Grove State Colleges career event yesterday.

15.01.2022 Registration for our "In this together - National Reconciliation Week" QPHCN event is now open and we'd love it if you could join us! This event will be held via Zoom which means no matter where you are you can attend! This is a first for us and we are excited to be able to bring such an important event to all of our members and stakeholders around Queensland. More exciting news is that this event will be free for everyone who attends, thanks to our sponsor HESTA. ... If you would like to register please click on the link below. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/queensland-primary-health-c We look forward to seeing you there!

14.01.2022 If you missed our special NRW event last week, you can now view the recording. Thanks again to Deanne from Brisbane South PHN, Derek from Yerongpan Aboriginal Corporation, Jason from HESTA and our own Ann Maree and Nigel for their valuable contributions.

14.01.2022 Our Statewide Indigenous Eye Health Coordinator, Tony Coburn, recently shared his story with the University of Melbournes Indigenous Eye Health Unit. Tony reflects on his extensive career working in Indigenous health and some of the challenges and successes from his current role.

14.01.2022 #blacklivesmatter

13.01.2022 We are excited to share our achievements and highlights of 2019-2020 with you! Discover all that CheckUP has been up to over the last year in our annual report, here: https://bit.ly/2IQqkgF.

12.01.2022 A couple of weeks ago, our newest CheckUP member, Goondir Health Services, issued a challenge to show off our #deadlymoves. CheckUP staff and their families accepted the challenge! Enjoy... Music credit: Physical by Dua Lipa

12.01.2022 This National Skin Cancer Action Week, we're reminded by Cancer Council Australia and The Australasian College of Dermatologists to be proactive about caring for our skin. Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world, but the good news is most skin cancers can be prevented by the use of good sun protection, like: Slipping on sun-protective clothing... Slopping on SPF30 (or higher) broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen Slapping on a broad-brimmed hat Seeking shade Sliding on sunglasses. A combination of the five measures, along with getting to know your skin and regularly checking for any changes, are key. We'd love to know where some of our followers are based, so for a bit of fun share what tomorrow's UV level will be for your area in the comments! #WellnessWednesday

12.01.2022 Thanks to Barry and Andrew from Mater Education for meeting with our workforce team today and showing us around their amazing facility. Pictured is Barry Hankinson, CEO, Mater Education with three members of our workforce team, Sam, Vicky and Mary-Anne.

12.01.2022 The Queensland Primary Health Care Network (QPHCN) is a group of almost 80 state level primary health and community care related organisations, who have come together with a common interest - to network, share information and gain a collective understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing primary healthcare in Queensland. Network members incorporate state level non-government, community, consumer and allied health organisations. QPHCN meetings are held quarterly ...each year. This quarter, the QPHCN hosted this event as an online webinar on the emerging topic of social prescribing. Social prescribing is a process where a healthcare worker refers a patient to a link worker who assesses their needs and provides a non-medical prescription to improve their health and wellbeing. For example, this might be to a social activity; to information or guidance; to a community group; or to learning and skills.

11.01.2022 Welcome to the Quarter 4 edition of Reaching Out for 2019/20. Its been a busy quarter to end a busy year. See inside: - Important information for providers surrounding service agreements and delivery - Provider profile - Peter Wallace - Swapping the city life for rural and remote Queensland... - Handy information and links regarding clinical governance - View COVID-19 health updates and resources - Read about CheckUPs initiatives and events: Gateway Industry Skills Program, Queensland Primary Health Care Network (QPHCN) registration and Queensland Mental Health Week (QMHW) events - Plus much more See more

11.01.2022 After a COVID-19 induced break, we are pleased to advise that planning for our Genomics for GPs education series is in full swing again! The format will be different (webinars instead of face-to-face workshops) but this should mean that we can reach a much greater number of GPs. More details to follow soon. The Genomics Advisory Group met via Zoom yesterday and represented were CheckUP, Queensland Genomics, the Genomics Institute, Brisbane North PHN, Brisbane South PHN, two consumer reps from Health Consumers Queensland and our trainer, Dr Michael Gabbett.

10.01.2022 CheckUP CEO Ann Maree Liddy and Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia CEO Meredith Staib today signed an MoU between our two organisations. This MoU builds on the longstanding relationship between CheckUP and RFDS and reinforces our joint commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of rural and remote communities across Queensland. We are both looking forward to working together to support greater integration and innovation across the primary health care sector.

10.01.2022 Another great opportunity to promote our CYO website in Cairns this week...

10.01.2022 Do you have an event or activity in mind for this years Queensland Mental Health Week (10-18 October)? Apply for a grant to boost your efforts! And share with your followers so they can apply too! Grants from $500 to $2500 available... Applications close 24 July Apply now https://bit.ly/2WjUrR7 See more

10.01.2022 This World Heart Day, the Heart Foundation is partnering with the World Heart Federation to host a global clinical debate. There is growing interest in the use of novel imaging techniques, clinical biomarkers and genetics to augment traditional CVD risk assessment. There will be a panel of international and local experts debating the question - should population-based CVD risk assessment models make way for individualised risk prediction techniques? When? Tue...sday 29th September 8.30-9.30pm AEST Where? Live and recorded, free Zoom webinar Registration: https://heartfoundation-au.zoom.us//WN_w1Uui4m8S_yirs1lA-z" #WHD2020 #WorldHeartDay #worldheartday2020

10.01.2022 Proudly introducing the new board of directors for CheckUP. Following the 2020 elections, the three available positions on our board have been filled by Dr Tina Janamian, Dr David Rowlands, and Ms Merrilyn Strohfeldt. Learn more in our latest news article https://bit.ly/37fkMV5.

09.01.2022 It's R U OK Day, a reminder that every day is a day to start a conversation that could change a life. You dont have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not OK. By knowing what to say you can help someone feel supported and access appropriate help long before theyre in crisis, which can make a really positive difference to their life. Learn what to say after #RUOK, here: https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask.... Contact Lifeline Australia for crisis support. Call 13 11 14. #ruokeveryday #theresmoretosay

09.01.2022 Applications for the Queensland Mental Health Week community event grants program are now open! Refer below to apply now.

09.01.2022 Category: Landscape Photographer: Martin Hodgson, Optometrist

06.01.2022 REGIONAL QLD BASED GP NEEDED!!! Are you a GP living & working in regional Queensland, who is passionate & committed to transforming the way people with disabilities access mainstream health services? If so, we invite you to submit an Expressions of Interest to join the new State-wide NDIS Access for All Project Advisory Group. EOI close Monday 22 June. ... For more information or to submit your EOI please click the link - https://www.checkup.org.au/ic/318177_EOI_Advisory_Group.pdf

06.01.2022 Are you or someone you know living with diabetes? If so, please share the post below. 12-18 July is #NationalDiabetesWeek and Diabetes Queensland are conducting a short poll for those living with diabetes. During #NDW2020 the Story Bridge will be lit blue to signify the week and help raise awareness - be sure to check it out in person or on their Facebook page!

06.01.2022 Happy NAIDOC Week 2020! National NAIDOC Week is held every year to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The theme for 2020 is 'Always Was, Always Will Be'. ... To find out more about NAIDOC Week and what events are being held near you, visit www.naidoc.org.au

05.01.2022 Calling all healthcare providers Want to share your perspective on access to health services for individuals with disabilities? Take our survey now: https://bit.ly/35Geq1f. It takes less than 5 minutes. Your input will assist CheckUP with the development of disability awareness and access training for mainstream health professionals.

05.01.2022 The Heart Foundation will soon be launching a Heart Health Check Toolkit to support GPs, practice nurses and practice managers in their efforts to undertake Heart Health Checks. The toolkit is a one-stop shop for information, tools and resources to help practices implement Heart Health Checks in the simplest and most impactful way possible. Broad consultation was undertaken with many health professionals in the development of the toolkit. The toolkit will include templates, f...actsheets, posters, quality improvement activities and much more. Register your interest today at: www.heartfoundation.org.au/HHC-toolkit #WHD2020 #worldheartday2020 #WorldHeartDay

03.01.2022 Sincere thanks to Nicole Hood, Medical Director at Blue Stone Medical & Professional and Sharon and Deb, two of Blue Stone's trainers, for meeting with Mary-Anne, Sam and Sabrina from our workforce team today. Our team toured Blue Stone's state-of-the-art training facility and discussed ways we can work together on our new Health Gateway to Industry Schools program.

03.01.2022 Exciting news! Our Access for All Advisory Group has been established and comprises of 14 people from diverse backgrounds Watch this video or read our latest blog post to learn more about the Access for All project: https://bit.ly/3jyyXZP.

01.01.2022 Thank you to the presenters and participants who attended our first ever Zoom QPHCN meeting today. The meeting marked National Reconciliation Week and the theme this year, In this together, was extremely appropriate in these times. Special thanks to Derek Oram Sandy from Yerongpan Aboriginal Corporation who opened our meeting with a yarning about country performance and our meeting sponsor, HESTA. #nrw2020 #inthistogether2020

01.01.2022 We'd like to remind everyone that our special QPHCN event is coming up next Monday 1 June 2020 from 10:30am - 11:30am. The theme for this event is Reconciliation - In this together', to mark National Reconciliation Week 2020. With an opening performance from Yerongpan Aboriginal Corporation's Derek Oram Sandy, followed by keynote presentation from Reconciliation Queensland's Aunty Heather Castledine, and finishing with Q&A with members of our Reconciliation Panel, it's an ev...ent you won't want to miss! Thanks to generous sponsorship by HESTA, registration for June's online event is free for all. We hope to see you online! If you haven't registered yet please click on the link below. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/queensland-primary-health-c