Gippsland PHN in Traralgon, Victoria | Non-profit organisation

Gippsland PHN

Locality: Traralgon, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5175 5444

Address: 11 Seymour Street 3844 Traralgon, VIC, Australia

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

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20.01.2022 The Wellington Pandemic Leads Group, established on 20 March 2020, was in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the immediate threat it caused the Wellington Shire community. The group has collaborated to provide a cohesive and comprehensive response to coronavirus pandemic in Wellington. The group is a finalist in the ‘Integration and Partnerships’ category of the 2020 Gippsland Primary Health Awards. Find about the amazing work of all the finalists at https://awards.gphn.org.au/finalists/ Inglis Medical Centre Central Gippsland Health #stronglocalcapability #primarycarestars

19.01.2022 Respect is treating people the way you want to be treated. See more about 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence at http://ow.ly/Woww50Cw1eD and http://ow.ly/y6tx50Cw1ez #16daysofactivism #orangetheworld #callitout #respectwomen

18.01.2022 We’re looking for people to join our exceptional organisation and help us continue our important work to improve the health outcomes in Gippsland. Part of a national structure of 31 Primary Health Networks across Australia, our vision is a Measurably Healthier Gippsland. We work with our partners to achieve improved health outcomes and access to quality care for the community through a unified approach to health. We do this via health system improvement programs, and by com...missioning services to address local health needs. We are now seeking dynamic people to join us in realising our vision. Applications for current opportunities close on 7 December. See more http://ow.ly/oiO550Cw4vY #stronglocalcapability #borderlesssystems #progressourpriorityissues #accessforeveryone #exceptionalorganisation

17.01.2022 Ross River virus has been detected in mosquitoes in the Gippsland Lakes area around Ninety Mile Beach. The Deputy Chief Health Officer Victoria has issued a health alert, warning people to protect themselves against mosquito-borne diseases. See the alert http://ow.ly/OAuG50Cvkfz

16.01.2022 If you’re over 50 and want to get a COVID-19 vaccine, our six Gippsland Respiratory Clinics are now vaccinating this age group as well as people over 70 and vulnerable members of our community. Our Respiratory Clinics are located at Bairnsdale, Sale, Morwell, Warragul, Foster and Wonthaggi. To book an appointment at any one of the clinics, go to the Eligibility Checker on the Gippsland PHN website at http://ow.ly/OTWW50EGUvL and follow the prompts or you can access through the Australian Department of Health website at http://ow.ly/O95N50EGUvK People over 50 can also visit the high-volume community vaccination clinic, located at the Traralgon Racecourse in McNairn Road. The clinic, operated by the Gippsland Regional Public Health Unit, is open from Monday to Friday from 9.30am-3pm. Book an appointment by calling 1800 675 398.

15.01.2022 Creatives Support Prevention of Family Violence during COVID-19 is a project that demonstrates the power of creativity and innovation in prevention of family violence work, while responding to the impacts of the COVID-19 restrictions. The program is a finalist in the ‘Prevention’ category of the 2020 Gippsland Primary Health Awards. Find about the amazing work of all the finalists at http://ow.ly/o21S50CibNA #stronglocalcapability #primarycarestars

13.01.2022 The Tap Water Every Day social marketing campaign aimed to reduce sugar sweetened beverage (SSB) consumption and increase tap water consumption of teenage males aged13 to18 years across the South Coast Region. The project is a finalist in the ‘Prevention’ category of the 2020 Gippsland Primary Health Awards. Find about the amazing work of all the finalists at http://ow.ly/n0mV50CibTg #stronglocalcapability #primarycarestars

13.01.2022 Does your General Practice have nurses interested in undertaking some additional community-based work for six months? If so, contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of your community by participating in a trial to provide free health risk assessments in community settings. Submit your expression of interest TODAY for grant funding of up to $20,000 (exc. GST) available per successful clinic.... Applications are open from 27 April 23 May 2021. https://www.gphn.org.au/outreach-health-checks-latrobe-com/

12.01.2022 The Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) and GLCH Health Promotion teams have developed a successful partnership working together to prevent smoking. This year, the teams developed a resource package which is designed to go into schools prior to workshops with information for schools and parents. They are a finalist in the ‘Indigenous Health’ category of the 2020 Gippsland Primary Health Awards. Find about the amazing work of all the finalists at http://ow.ly/dq1p50CibGk Gippsland Lakes Complete Health #stronglocalcapability #primarycarestars

12.01.2022 Testing for coronavirus is a critical help to keep numbers down so it’s extremely important that if people have symptoms, however mild, they get tested. See today's daily COVID-19 update from Gippsland PHN at http://ow.ly/J4QX50CjrZt #covid #dailyupdate #progressourprioities

07.01.2022 ‘Uncovering Asthma Misconceptions’ is the theme for today’s World Asthma Day, providing a call to action to address common widely held myths and misconceptions which can impact the health and day to day lives of people with asthma. For example: Myth: You need to have a wheeze for it to be asthma Truth: Many people don’t experience wheeze as a symptom but still have asthma Find out more about the day and common myths at http://ow.ly/Jt7a50EEQ85

07.01.2022 We’ve worked hard to keep Gippsland safe from COVID-19. Our six Gippsland Respiratory Clinics have tested more than 40,000 people. We will keep on testing because it’s the best way to keep you safe. Any positive COVID-19 cases can be identified quickly and contained. If you have any mild symptoms like a cough, cold, fever, sore throat or a loss of smell, book a test. It’s that simple. Stay at home until you get your appointment and then stay at home until you get the results. Whether you live in our beautiful region or you are just visitingplease help keep Gippsland coronavirus free and KEEP TESTING. Clinic booking details at http://ow.ly/WBwq50Cw64c Inglis Medical Centre Central Clinic #borderlesssystems #accessforeveryoneeverywhere #progressourpriorityissues #exceptionalorganisation #stronglocalcapability

05.01.2022 Respect is choosing not to laugh at jokes that put women down. See more about 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence at http://ow.ly/1kBG50Cv9qX and http://ow.ly/jZ9350Cv9qT #16daysofactivisn #orangetheworld #callitout #respectwomen

02.01.2022 An Advisory Alert issued by the Victorian Department of Health warns of the need for carbon monoxide and gas heater safety. Carbon monoxide is an odourless, colourless gas that may cause a range of symptoms including headache, nausea and vomiting, flushing, muscle pain, weakness, shortness of breath, dizziness, coordination difficulties, confusion, or chest pain if inhaled. Symptoms of poisoning are non-specific and can be mistaken for a flu-like illness or even food poisoning. Very high levels of carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness, seizures and death. Medical professionals are requested to exercise a high level of suspicion if compatible symptoms are related to the use of gas heaters and to follow the recommendations in this Advisory Alert at http://ow.ly/NkPL50EFYip

02.01.2022 The Royal Flying Doctor Service Victoria and Relationships Australia Victoria are working together to ensure mental health and wellbeing support is provided to individuals, families and frontline personnel who were affected by the East Gippsland bushfires. They are a finalist in the ‘Integration and Partnerships’ category of the 2020 Gippsland Primary Health Awards. Find about the amazing work of all the finalists at https://awards.gphn.org.au/finalists/ Relationships Australia Victoria Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia #stronglocalcapability #primarycarestars

01.01.2022 Parents and carers are urged to keep young children at home if they are sick amid a rise in outbreaks of viral gastroenteritis in some Victorian childcare centres. The Deputy Chief Health Officer Victoria has issued a health warning. Go to http://ow.ly/9Dda50Cvhyf