View Health in Perth, Western Australia | Medical company
View Health
Locality: Perth, Western Australia
Phone: +61 1300 466 324
Address: 241 Fitzgerald St, West Perth 6050 Perth, WA, Australia
Website: http://www.chemoathome.com.au/
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25.01.2022 Treatment at home minimises the risk of being exposed to COVID-19 in the hospital. This will change not only the way, but where patients are treated in the future. #covid19 #chemoathome
25.01.2022 Giving kindness. Is there anything better Thank you so much to Soul Gestures, Roc Candy, Innaloo Florist, Connolly and Associates and Total Tint Solutions for making this possible for our beautiful patients. Also a special thank you to our very thoughtful nurse, Jane who helped organise the gifts. https://www.facebook.com/198087696875068/posts/3538291332854671/
25.01.2022 Covid-19 definitely made people more aware how safe it is to have treatment at home. The benefits are numerous including the rarely talked about financial benefits for the patient and their family (less travel costs, less parking costs, reduced day care costs for those with children, minimising loss of patient and carer income). Covid-19 has also made it more difficult for patients to feel supported in the hospital as they can no longer have a carer attend hospital appointmen...ts with them. This leaves them feeling alone or overwhelmed by the information given to them. At home, however, they are able to spend one on one quality time with a nurse who educates and supports them and their family in a place they feel safe and comfortable. https://thenewdaily.com.au//coronavirus-cancer-chemo-home/
24.01.2022 We totally understand why the border closures have been needed. Now, we like many other businesses, need a little more clarity to help us plan for the future. Getting our team to where their skills and experience are needed most helps us to provide care at home to patients with cancer and chronic illnesses. Care at home, when its needed.... #chemoathome #Cancer #COVID19 #coronavirus #BorderClosure #homenursing #chronicillness https://www.abc.net.au//wa-cautious-about-reopeni/12812844
24.01.2022 MEET THE TEAM Cathy - Administration Liaison When you call the View Health - chemo@home office, you may be lucky enough to speak with Cathy, who has been a member of the team for over 5 years.... "I have been friends with Lorna Cook (one of our co-founding partners) for 28 years; and when View Health - chemo@home was relatively new, I said I would volunteer for a few hours per week, because I thought it was such a fantastic concept." Cathy said. Cathy had previously worked as a hairdresser; and her manner and compassion when speaking with patients impressed the company owners so much, they offered her a job. Answering the phone is just a small part of what Cathy manages every day. She handles admissions, orders treatment charts, liaises with doctors and medical staff; she is a link between all stakeholders. "I love my job - it is really interesting and I learn something new every day." Cathy said.
24.01.2022 HAVE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU CARE ABOUT RECEIVED CHEMOTHERAPY OR IMMUNOTHERAPY FOR CANCER OR A CHRONIC ILLNESS? Today we launch our new consumer group - "Consumer View" The Consumer View functions as a consumer representative voice for people who are diagnosed with cancer or other chronic medical conditions and treated with View Health - chemo@home. The group supports a collaborative process to improve the patient experience and quality and safety of health services.... Representation consists of patient, family and community members who have been affected by cancer and other chronic medical conditions, and team members from View Health - chemo@home. The aim of the advisory group is to improve and enhance patient-centred care for all families affected by cancer and other chronic medical conditions by directly involving consumers in health service activities. By working together, the Consumer View provides a opportunity for the consumer voice to be heard in the spirit of partnership, with the overall goal of providing better services for patients with cancer and other chronic medical conditions and their families. JOIN "CONSUMER VIEW" - THE CONSUMER VOICE FOR VIEW HEALTH - CHEMO@HOME NOW: www.facebook.com/groups/consumerview/
24.01.2022 Home caregivers for people with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 should: Ensure the ill persons rests , drinks plenty of fluids and eats nutritious food. W...ear a medical mask when in the same room with an ill person. Do not touch the mask or face during use and discard it afterward. Frequently clean hands with soap and water or alcohol-based rub, especially: after any type of contact with the ill person or their surroundings before, during and after preparing food before eating after using the toilet Use dedicated dishes , cups, eating utensils, towels and bedlinens for the ill person. Wash dishes, cups, eating utensils, towels, or bedlinens used by the ill person with soap and water. Identify frequently touched surfaces by the ill person and clean and disinfect them daily. Call your health care facility immediately if the ill person worsens or experiences difficulty breathing. See more
22.01.2022 SYDNEY WE LOVE YOU We are so looking forward to giving more of you the choice about where you have your chemotherapy. Find out more at www.chemoathome.com.au... #chemoathome #COVID19 #coronavirus #chemotherapy #Cancer #breastcancer #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth https://fb.watch/1nNszppfyT/
21.01.2022 SOUTH AUSTRALIA CELEBRATION We are so proud to announce that our South Australian team have been formally acknowledged by South Australia Health for their outstanding commitment to transferring high risk patients with cancer and other chronic illnesses from Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) to View Health - Chemo@home, ensuring continued delievery of treatment during the COVID -19 pandemic. The 'SA Health Suppliers Award 2020 SME Supplier Commendation' was presen...ted to our SA Client Liaison Manager Christine Foundas at the 2020 SA Health Suppliers Conference last Thursday evening. In accepting the award, Christina thanked SA Health for entrusting us with the care and safety of their patients, and said that "the collaboration between CALHN and View Health - Chemo@home was one of co-action and synergy." Let's celebrate today and be proud of what we have achieved and how far View Health - Chemo@home have come in offering an alternative to in-hospital care! https://youtu.be/vtntn0yee4A
20.01.2022 Two of our wonderful nurses celebrated for their efforts during covid-19. We hope Jan and Margaret have a lovely time during their staycation. https://www.google.com.au//was-healthcare-heroes-full-list
20.01.2022 This was a great article in yesterday's West Australian newspaper highlighting our use of Google Glasses to assist with managing the ongoing education of our geographically dispersed team during COVID-19, which has restricted our ability to travel interstate. Thank you to our amazing nurse Richelle and patient Brittany and all the team who have made this possible. #chemoathome #cancertherapy #innovation #homechemo
20.01.2022 YOUR SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY We understand that during the most recent outbreaks of COVID-19 in South Australia, that patients and their families may have some concerns about the safety of receiving treatments at home. We want to reassure everyone that the safety of our patients and our team is the number one priority at View Health - chemo@home.... Oncology Nurse Fiona Arthur said that, in her opinion, choosing to receive treatments at home is one of the safest options available. "Our very experienced nurses are armed with full Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), ensuring complete safety for the patients and ourselves." Fiona said. "We can look a bit daunting with our gowns and masks, but our patients and their families can feel confident that their health and safety is our number one priority." If you have any concerns, please send us a message.
20.01.2022 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Take time this month to find out what you need to know about breast awareness and share this with your family and friends. https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/breast-cancer/ or https://www.canceraustralia.gov.au//cancer-t/breast-cancer Chemo@home - there is no better place than at home. Providing over 140 chemotherapy treatments in the comfort of your home. Visit www.chemoathome.com or contact us on 1300466324... Photo by Ave Calvar Martinez from Pexels
19.01.2022 MELANOMA IN THE AUSTRALIAN SUMMER SPOTLIGHT Even though Australians are becoming more and more aware of the risks of exposure to harmful UV rays, we are still in the lead when it comes to melanoma diagnosis rates across the world. We encourage everyone to become familiar with their skin, including skin not normally exposed to the sun, and consult a doctor if they notice any change in shape, colour or size of a mole or lesion, or the development of something new. Early detec...tion offers the best chance of successfully treating melanoma. The good news is that the treatment of melanoma has changed so much over the last ten years, and there are many more therapies available. Whilst the best treament is prevention, when treatment is required, View Health - chemo@home can administer the new immunotherapy infusions for melanoma, in the comfort of your own home.
19.01.2022 LUNG CANCER SCREENING - DONT MISS OUT ON HAVING YOUR SAY Cancer Australia is undertaking a consultation process, to seek views and input on the Lung Cancer Screening enquiry from members of the public, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people affected by cancer, health professionals, clinical colleges, researchers and research institutes, cancer organisations, peak bodies and governments. https://consultations.health.gov.au//c/consultation/intro/
19.01.2022 Myeloma Australia's upcoming online seminar addresses a difficult topic faced by many the role of palliative care and what happens at the end of life. Join the discussion on Wednesday 21 October at 10.00am, as they face the elephant in the room. They have carefully selected a group of expert speakers as they tackle this sensitive but critical topic. With thanks to the brave members of the myeloma community who asked for this topic to be addressed. #myeloma #courage #facetheelephant
18.01.2022 "The patient's parents came down to visit her whilst she was having treatment and her father almost made me cry...he had hold of my shoulders and was just looking at me and repeating thank you, thank you". Karen, chemo@home clinical nurse. This is what makes nursing in the community so special. #NursesWhereYouNeedThem #chemoathome #chemotherapy #myeloma
18.01.2022 How do you wear a mask correctly? Watch Paula Lindsey, wife of the Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt, show how its done. Thanks Paula for the tips! #COVID19 #maskup #greghunt #chemoathome https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=TfRWYGPbZ60
17.01.2022 Another important article published about the benefits of chemo@home.
16.01.2022 Our services are very much appreciated in SA. Thank you to the SA Health Department and the RAH for have the amazing forthought to put in place such a brilliant COVID-19 reponse for patients having cancer therapies. https://www.facebook.com/10NewsAdl/videos/708992736538016/
16.01.2022 Channel 7 reporting on how our chemo@home services are likely to continue after COVID-19, because of their far reaching benefits. The times are definately changing! https://twitter.com/7NewsAdelaide/status/1253216213246885889
16.01.2022 Now, more than ever #chemoathome is the best option. Over the the last 7 years we've delivered 20,000 cancer therapies and medical infusions for chronic illnesses, safely, to people in their own home. Keep safe, stay home.
15.01.2022 A little bit of controversy....Julie's Opinion Piece on patients with private health insurance being treated in public hospitals. Do you agree or disagree with her comments? Let us know why?
14.01.2022 WA joining Victoria in making voluntary assisted dying legal. Let us know how this makes you feel.
13.01.2022 This is why our Managing Director hiked 125km over a remote West Australian island in May 2019. To help raise money to find a cure for childhood brain cancer. #pirateshipfoundation #braincancer https://www.facebook.com/68043178685/posts/10158541109853686/
12.01.2022 HCFs treatment at home program was a godsend for Matthew Grootenboer, a married fireman with four children, after he discovered in June 2019 that he had testicular cancer. Our health fund partnerships help us to deliver our service to those who are in need. Thank you HCF for being there for your members. https://youtu.be/xKW7ZQsb1Is
12.01.2022 Sadly the first report of an Australian dying from Covid 19 (coronovirus) has ocurred at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital in WA. Data from the the US highlights that the fatality rate from Covid 19 in people with other illnesses or compromised immune systems (such as those having chemo and immuno therapies) is about 15%, compared to 2% with the general population. It is already well documented that patients treated with cancer therapies at home (compared to hospital) have a low...er rate of infection as they are less likely to be exposed to other contagious illnesses. It would therefore seem prudent for any patient having treatment with chemo and immuno therapy to consider all reasonable ways to limit their risk of exposure by minimising the time they spend in hospitals, day units, clinics or gp surgeries. There are two practical ways to do this, without compromising care: 1. Have health professionals visit the home (e.g. View health - chemo@home, home doctor, home nursing) to administer treatment; and 2. Make use of technology (e.g. telehealth, FaceTime, whatsapp) for consults. Learn more about what treatments can be given at home at www.chemoathome.com.au. #coronovirus #covid19 #chemoathome
12.01.2022 Raising awareness of colitis is so important. Did you know many of the newer, very effective medications (known as immunotherapies) treat the disease by reducing the bodies immune reaction in the bowel. These medications are often given by infusions into the blood system. View Health can do these infusions at home, allowing people to get on with life.
12.01.2022 IN AN EMERGENCY OUR TEAM ARE A WELL OILED MACHINE We are often asked "How do the nurses manage if there is an emergency in the home?" Our nurses work largely autonomously and independently in our patients' home. BUT, we have fantastic emergency processes, fabulous support networks and well established communication channels. Our team proved how well they work together in an emergency last week when a young man crashed his car into parked cars in front of our head office. T...he nursing team, who were prepping to go on the road, sprang into action and responded like a well oiled machine whilst awaiting emergency services. This is who we are, this is what a strong culture looks like, this is what sets us apart. Well done team #chemoathome. We couldn't be more proud of you all.
12.01.2022 Great advice about preventing the spread of coronavirus. This is particularly important for people with weakend immune systems, like those with cancer and those receiving immunotherapy from chronic illnesses.
11.01.2022 ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE We often find it hard, especially during a time of illness or crisis, to appreciate the good things in our lives. It is so much easier to focus on what is going wrong, than to notice what is going right. The bad things always seem much larger and demand our attention. We get caught up in the routine and stress of everyday life, even though we have the best intentions. Studies have shown that happiness and health go hand-in-hand. Finding the silver lining... in difficult situations and being optimistic isn't foolish; it is planning for a healthy life. There are little things you can do to lift your mood, like: - cuddling a family member or pet; - going for a walk; - smile - it is hard to feel down when you are smiling! - be kind to others; - pump up the music and dance; and -surround yourself with positive people. Practice gratitude in your everyday life - it just may help get you through the tough times!
11.01.2022 Cancer & Relationships Panel Listen to BCCWA experts discuss the ebbs and flows of relationships, the impact of cancer and ways to genuninely enjoy your relationships. Free and open to everyone, the hall at Cottesloe in WA is limited to 50 people, but unlimited online if you want to listen from home. Registration link in event page below or call Kerry at Solaris Cancer Care on 08 9384 3544
10.01.2022 Our team are super special. Identifying the isolation our patients are feeling, led one of our beautiful nurses to arrange gift packs filled with kindness and love to be delivered to their homes. Thank you so much to Soul Gestures, Roc Candy, Innaloo Florist, Connolly and Associates and Total Tint Solutions for making this possible. https://www.perthnow.com.au//delivering-kindness-to-cancer
10.01.2022 IT'S WORLD CANCER DAY Listen to our Managing Director, Julie Adams, talk about immunotherapy with 7AD's Martin Agatyn. And if you liked Julie's explanation on the main types of immunotherapy treatments, using the army as an analogie, here it is again :... 1. Give the enemy red hats to make it easier for the army to find and destroy them (monoclonal antibodies) 2. Remove any messages which tell the army not to fight (check point inhibitors) 3. Increase the number of soldiers in the army (increase T-cells) 4. Train the army better (vaccines) https://chemoathome.com.au/its-world-cancer-day/
09.01.2022 Summer heatwaves are very hard on patients with cancer and other medical conditions. Having to get to hospital on a day when it's 40 degrees outside can result in worsening symptoms, dehydration and extreme fatigue. We can treat cancer patients, as well as patients with conditions such as multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn's disease at home. How about letting us come to you? ... Stay home, stay cool, stay well.
09.01.2022 CHEMOTHERAPY ON THE WATER When your home is a house boat, then it's chemo on the water!! We'll go to great lengths to make your treatment as comfortable and convenient as possible, even changing into deck shoes . #cancersupport #chemoathome #homechemo #homenursing #chemotherapy #immunotherapy #chemolife #chemotherapyonahouseboat #cancer
08.01.2022 We are now providing our services to the wonderful people of BUNBURY and surrounds (including Busselton, Collie, Donnybrook, Harvey and Waroona). Discuss with us how we can help you stay safe by having your treatment at home. www.chemoathome.com.au, 1300 466 324
08.01.2022 NO EXCESS!!! 1st January 2020 New decade. New year.... This means you will need to pay any excess due on your private health insurance policy if you are admitted to a private hospital or day-unit after the 1st Jan for cancer therapy or a medical infusion. Not so with View Health - chemo@home. With View Health - chemo@home there is NO EXCESS! So, maybe now is the perfect time to consider having your treatment at home? Visit www.chemoathome.com.au/about-you/ to learn more.
08.01.2022 Research done right. Get together all the major groups in the world, work together on finding the best treatment option and then test it! This amazing effort, to find better treatments for childhood brain cancer, was largely facilitated by a small charity in Perth. Don't ever underestimate your ability to make a better future. Well done The Pirate Ship Foundation!
06.01.2022 SUMMER IS HERE Who doesn't love the Australian Summer? Picnics, Barbecues and long sultry days spent at the beach. Unfortunately, Australian summers come with their own unique set of risks, especially those from the sun. According to recent Cancer Council Australia's statistics, at least two of three people living in Australia will be diagnosed with skin cancer before reaching the age of 70. Somewhat sobering thought, isn't it.... We all remember the very popular 'Slip, Slop, Slap' advertising campaign of a few years ago. This now has two extra pieces of advice: Seek (shade) and Slide (sunglasses). We Aussies are a sun-loving bunch, but please, always carry your 30-plus sunscreen and reapply often (and don't forget to check the expiry date on the bottle). Always wear your hat and sunglasses, and long sleeve shirts of a dark colour are best for reducing the risk of exposure. Enjoy your summer activities, but be sun-smart about it.
06.01.2022 Changes in taste, reduced appetite, sore mouth and nausea can all affect nutrition whilst being treated with chemotherapy. This article provides some great information about how to maintain good nutrition and why this is important. Share your best tips for eating well during this difficult time.
06.01.2022 To mark National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, iconic landmarks across Australia are shining a pink light on the Final 9% of Australians diagnosed with breast cancer who don't survive five years. Comment below with buildings you've seen lit up #Final9Percent #ZeroBy2030
06.01.2022 View Health - chemo@home is a fully accredited home-based cancer service in Australia. We have safely delivered over 20,000 chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments in Australian homes over the last 7 years. The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) have recently released the below position statement on the safety of home chemotherapy. We want to reassure all our patients that not only does View Health - chemo@home have the correct processes in place to address all ...the concerns raised in the ASCO position statement, our systems are at the forefront of delivering safe care. All treatment given to our patient's are prescribed by Specialist doctors. We have established and strong communication channels with these Specialists and their teams. These Specialists are supportive of the services View Health chemo@home delivers. It is also extremely disappointing that our data, which we submitted to the Journal of Clinical Oncology (ASCOs journal) last year, didn't get published as they said it didn't add any new information to the body of evidence. Reporting on 20,000 safe treatments didn't add to the body of evidence? Then release a position statement saying there is no evidence? #homechemo #cancer #chemoathome #asco #cancertherapy https://www.asco.org//nation%E2%80%99s-cancer-doctors-say-
05.01.2022 Avoiding hospitals by being treated at home when your immune system is low is a very sensible way of reducing the risk of COVID-19. #chemoathome #covid19 #cancercare #chemotherapy #immunotherapy https://youtu.be/94kJVpaQHKg
05.01.2022 As BUPA see a surge in members receiving chemo@home services, know we are there for you. https://media.bupa.com.au/chemotherapy-at-home-usage-surge/
04.01.2022 We continue to recognise our amazing nurses this week as part of Nursing in the Community Week. The number of Home Care recipients has increased by 84% over the last 10 years, reflecting an increasing preference by older Australians to age in place. Nurses are key stakeholders in care delivery for older Australians who choose to live their golden years in their own environment.... Our team is spread throughout WA, SA, Vic, NSW and Qld, offering over 140 different treatments safely to patients in their homes. #NursesWhereYouNeedThem www.chemoathome.com.au
04.01.2022 Did you know View Health - chemo@home can do infusions for Crohn's and Colitis? Crohn's and Colitis cause inflammation of the digestive tract, which can lead to abdominal pain, severe diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss and malnutrition. Read about how we have made a difference to Bill's life, allowing him to travel across the country and not miss a treatment. https://joom.ag/0cEe
04.01.2022 A shift in the types of treatments View Health - chemo@home's patients are receiving prompted me to dig a little deeper into whether chemotherapy treatments are still important. #healthcare #chemotherapy #chemoathome #cancer #cancercare #homehealthcare #oncology #chemo #immunotherapy https://chemoathome.com.au/is-chemotherapy-still-important/
03.01.2022 This week we are celebrating Nursing in the Community Week. This year, more than ever, people have realised the importance of having access to high quality at home nursing care, and we thank all of our nurses, all around Australia for the amazing work they have been doing. https://www.acn.edu.au//uplo/NITCW-infographics-poster.pdf... #NursesWhereYouNeedThem #Chemoathome #chemotherapy #immunotherapy #athomecare #nursing #homecare #nurses
03.01.2022 This week we continue to recognise our team of amazing home nurses, for Nursing in the Community Week Almost half of Australians (47%, or more than 11 million people) were estimated to have 1 or more of the 10 selected chronic conditions. In recent years, community nursing has increased in scale, scope and importance, with many services being provided that were historically only available in the hospital setting.... #NursesWhereYouNeedThem Www.chemoathome.com.au
03.01.2022 NURSING TRAILBLAZER Our very own Lorna Cook - Co-Founder and Co-Director of View Health chemo@home has been listed as a finalist in the Australian College of Nursing Health Minister's Awards! Lorna 's contribution has been integral in View Health chemo@home becoming Australia's leading (and largest) home chemotherapy service provider. She believes fully in our purpose of giving the best possible treatment experience for patients and their families through flexible and individualised care. Way to go Lorna!
02.01.2022 Surge in Home Chemo. Nice reporting by the Adelaide Advertiser, getting to the heart of the matter. Keeping patients safe.
02.01.2022 RECOGNITION FOR 30 YEARS OF SERVICE TO CANCER PATIENTS Our Managing Director, Julie Adams, was honoured on Thursday night to be awarded the Eric Kirk Memorial Award by the Pharmaceutical Society of WA - PSWA for her contribution towards the care of cancer patients and dedication to cancer pharmacy practice. "I started working with patients receiving cancer therapies early in my pharmacy career, by a lucky accident, and I have truly loved every part of it. It gave me the skills, clinical expertise and confidence to start chemo@home and for that I'm truly grateful. Improving the experience of cancer patients, by giving their treatment at home, is so rewarding and continues to motivate me every day."
