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SUMMARY:Voluntary assisted dying and aged care
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of a series of information sessions being held related to voluntary assisted dying. This webinar will provide information for geriatricians and aged care providers about voluntary assisted dying. \nThis session will include: \n\nWhat the process might look like for someone in a residential aged care facility\nImportant information for geriatricians and aged care providers\n\nAttendees who register will receive a link to join the webinar closer to the date. \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/voluntary-assisted-dying-and-aged-care/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220518T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
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SUMMARY:Professor Linfa Wang: Bats as reservoirs of viral disease and keystone species
DESCRIPTION:Professor Wang is an international leader in the field of emerging zoonotic viruses and virus-host interaction. \nEvent details:  Wednesday\, 18 May 2022\, 4pm – 5pm (AEST) \nAbout the speaker:  \nProfessor Linfa Wang’s current research focuses on why bats are such an important reservoir for emerging viruses and on how we can learn from bats to make us more resilience to infection and diseases in general. He is a professor of the Programme in Emerging Infectious Diseases at Duke-NUS Medical School\, and the executive director of PREPARE\, Ministry of Health\, Singapore. \n  \n**REGISTER HERE**
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/professor-linfa-wang-bats-as-reservoirs-of-viral-disease-and-keystone-species/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220518T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220518T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220510T023816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T023816Z
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SUMMARY:Protracted Bacterial Bronchitis (Childhood Wet Cough)
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed for General Practitioners\, Practice Nurses and other health professionals. \nPresenter: Dr Pam Laird\, Senior Physiotherapist\, Perth Children’s Hospital & Telethon Kids Institute. \nYou are invited to register to attend a free webinar on ‘Protracted Bacterial Bronchitis (Childhood Wet Cough)’ presented by Senior Physiotherapist\, Dr Pam Laird. \nThis webinar will cover: \n\nDiagnosing protracted bacterial bronchitis (PBB)\,\nTreatment of PBB\,\nRed flags for referral to specialist\n\nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/protracted-bacterial-bronchitis-childhood-wet-cough/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220516T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220516T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220502T043445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T043445Z
UID:10000657-1652727600-1652731200@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Voluntary assisted dying and primary care
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of a series of information sessions being held related to voluntary assisted dying. This webinar will provide information for GPs and primary care providers about voluntary assisted dying. \nThis session will include: \n\nWhat the process might look like for someone being supported by a GP\nImportant information for GPs and primary care providers\n\nAttendees who register will receive a link to join the webinar closer to the date. \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/voluntary-assisted-dying-and-primary-care/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220516T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220405T051327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T051327Z
UID:10000779-1652709600-1652713200@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Diabetes & Heart Disease - HP Upskilling (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:This session will explore the link between macrovascular disease and diabetes\, with a focus on blood glucose levels\, hypertension and dyslipidaemia and how they impact on heart health. \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/diabetes-heart-disease-hp-upskilling-zoom/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220512T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220512T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220405T051457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T051457Z
UID:10000780-1652376600-1652380200@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Diabetes & COVID-19 - HP Upskilling (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:People with diabetes have an increased risk of morbidity and mortality if they get COVID-19. Does everyone with diabetes have the same level of risk? What are the conversations that health professionals can be having with people who have diabetes to help them reduce their risk and to manage their diabetes if they do get COVID-19? \n  \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/diabetes-covid-19-hp-upskilling-zoom-2/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220511T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220209T041749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220209T041749Z
UID:10000588-1652259600-1652284800@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Youth in Distress: Managing Suicidality and Self-harm (Blended)
DESCRIPTION:With a focus on self-harm and suicide in adolescence\, the new program will assist clinicians to manage youth in distress\, self-harm and suicidality. \nThe program has been designed to build on the current level of skills of participants and to further develop confidence in undertaking risk assessment and safety planning for youth in distress. \nThis format has been designed so that modules 2\, 3 and 4 can be completed in one day. \nModule 1 will need to be completed prior to the commencement of module 2. Eligibility for CPD points requires completion of all 4 modules in their entirety. \nTimes: Module 2-4 9am-4pm\, including breaks. \n$75 REGISTER HERE – This training has been subsidised by a generous philanthropic grant aimed at improving mental health in rural and regional areas across Australia
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/youth-in-distress-managing-suicidality-and-self-harm-blended/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220511T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220512T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220412T051401Z
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SUMMARY:Dare to Lead workshop Geraldton
DESCRIPTION:The WA Centre for Rural Health (WACRH) of The University of Western Australia is pleased to bring\nyou leadership training based on the research and best-selling book by Dr Brené Brown – Dare to\nLead.\nDelivered by WACRH staff member\, Julie Loveny\, a Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator with a\nbackground in social work and a special interest in leadership and thriving workplaces. Julie has been\ntrained by Brené Brown and is amongst only a few in Australia certified to deliver Dare to Lead™.\nThis workshop is open to any of our colleagues working in organisations in the Midwest. \nTo register your attendance: call 9956 0200 or email admin-wacrh@uwa.edu.au before 4 May 2022.\nFor more information: contact Julie Loveny on 0439 797 387 or Julie.loveny@uwa.edu.au.
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/dare-to-lead-workshop-geraldton/
LOCATION:WACRH\, 167 Fitzgerald Street\, Geraldton\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220510T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T050530Z
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SUMMARY:Let’s talk about violence in WA - Online
DESCRIPTION:Violence is a growing issue in Western Australia\, with 17\,134 hospitalisations due to assault and people aged 25 – 44 having the highest incidence of hospitalisations due to assault. Join Injury Matters and a range of professionals while we explore topics such as family and domestic violence and elder abuse\, while hearing about a smoking cessation and violence prevention pilot program trialled at Royal Perth Hospital. We will hear from: \n\nLisa Jones from Lifeline WA on Family and Domestic Violence\nLouise Forster from Advocare on Elder Abuse\nHolly Scott and Rachel Wixon from East Metro Health Service on the Royal Perth Hospital Violence Prevention Pilot Project.\n\nThis webinar training aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of trends in violence in Western Australia\nIncrease awareness of violence advocacy areas in WA\nIncrease knowledge of violence services\, support\, resources\, and referral pathways available in WA\n\nThis webinar is suitable for Local Government community safety workers\,  advocates and policy officers\, health promotion and public health professionals\, WA Police\, family and domestic violence organisations/women’s refuges/support services\, country and regional health services\, and Aboriginal health services and organisations. \n**REGISTER HERE**
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/7439/
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220505T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220322T033013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T033144Z
UID:10000640-1651748400-1651842000@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Carers Retreat – Geraldton
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special overnight retreat at Bentwood Olive Grove\, focusing on connection\, relaxation and self-care. Enjoy helpful discussions\, rejuvenating activities and nutritious meals. Take time to nurture your own wellbeing and gather strength and strategies through a range of different activities in a supportive environment. \n  \nFree | Registration essential | Meals provided \ncyfs@helpingminds.org.au
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/carers-retreat-geraldton/
LOCATION:Bentwood Olive Grove\, 34732 Brand Highway\, Greenough\, WA\, 6532\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220505T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220505T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220502T053558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T053558Z
UID:10000788-1651748400-1651750200@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Electronic prescribing - using ASL in general practice
DESCRIPTION:Electronic prescribing is now widely available and used across Australia. The Active Script List (ASL) is a new functionality to help patients manage their electronic prescriptions and is anticipated to be available to most people across Australia in 2022. \nIn this session\, delivered in partnership with the Australian Digital Health Agency\, we discuss how the ASL works\, how patients sign up\, how GPs view the ASL\, how GPs stop medicines going to the ASL and we also answer your questions. \nThis session is part of the Digital health live Q&A series running across May. \n\n\n\nLearning outcomes\n\nExplain how the ASL works\nDescribe the potential benefits and limitations of the ASL\nArticulate how a patient registers for an ASL\nExplain how a prescriber can stop medicines going to the ASL\n\nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/electronic-prescribing-using-asl-in-general-practice/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220505T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220405T023623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T052935Z
UID:10000760-1651741200-1651852800@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Meekatharra - Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention is a two day workshop designed for professionals\nand para-professionals in the human services whose roles bring them into regular\ncontact with people at risk of suicide. This workshop aims to help participants:\n• Gain an understanding of the problem of suicide\n• Identify suicide risk\n• Provide a framework for risk assessment and intervention\n• Develop appropriate intervention skills\n• Understand the limits to confidentiality\n• Understand the importance of consultation\n• Gain an understanding of self-harming behavior\n• Gain an understanding of the link between mental disorders and suicidal\nbehaviours\n• Understand the importance of postvention\nNote: Participants need to be aware that the workshop is intense and demanding.\nThey are encouraged to consider the potential emotional impact (on themselves)\nbefore attending. \nCOST : FREE\nEMAIL : elizabeth.lockyer@health.wa.gov.au \n 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/meekatharra-gatekeeper-suicide-prevention-workshop/
LOCATION:Lloyd’s Building\, 64 Main Street\, Meekatharra\, WA\, 6642\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220505T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220505T100000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220502T043308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T043308Z
UID:10000655-1651741200-1651744800@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Voluntary assisted dying as an end-of-life choice
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of a series of information sessions being held related to voluntary assisted dying. This webinar will provide information for consumers about voluntary assisted dying. \nThis session will include: \n\nWho can access voluntary assisted dying?\nMaking a First Request\nThe Regional Access Support Scheme\n\nAttendees who register will receive a link to join the webinar closer to the date. \n  \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/voluntary-assisted-dying-as-an-end-of-life-choice/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220504T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220322T044345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T044345Z
UID:10000756-1651654800-1651665600@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Through the Looking Glass: Engaging Multicultural Communities within Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion online workshop
DESCRIPTION:WA has a rapidly increasing multicultural population\, consisting of a variety of different multicultural communities\, each with their own unique identity and experiences. The unique demographics of multicultural communities in WA add to the complexity of the contributing factors which can increase the risk of injury within multicultural communities. The three leading injury areas affecting people from multicultural communities in WA are drowning\, intentional self-harm\, and violence. With a number of health programs out there already tackling these prevalent issues\, how do we better engage with multicultural communities to address these areas of concern? \nJoin Injury Matters as Deborah Pyatt\, a training consultant with 30 years of experience working with diverse communities\, will be facilitating this interactive and engaging workshop. This training aims to build the capacity of health and community professionals to increase understanding of the impact of key cultural aspects in multicultural communities in WA to better engage\, plan\, and implement programs and services which target injury prevention and safety promotion. \nThis online workshop training aims to: \n\nIncrease awareness of the leading causes of injury within the multicultural community in WA.\nIncrease knowledge of the barriers multicultural communities face in accessing appropriate services.\nIncrease knowledge of the underlying cultural\, social and psychosocial factors that influence injury within multicultural communities.\nIncrease skills in applying culturally inclusive practices for accessible and appropriate health programs and service delivery for the WA multicultural community.\n\nWho can attend? \nThis training is suitable for health professionals working in local government\, not-for-profits/community sector\, mental health\, public health\, and aged care that want to engage with diverse communities in their health programs. \n  \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/through-the-looking-glass-engaging-multicultural-communities-within-injury-prevention-and-safety-promotion-online-workshop-2/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220504T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220315T034935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T034935Z
UID:10000749-1651654800-1651665600@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Through the Looking Glass: Engaging Multicultural  Communities within Injury Prevention and Safety  Promotion online workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Injury Matters as Deborah Pyatt\, a training consultant with 30 years of experience\nworking with diverse communities\, will be facilitating this interactive and engaging\nworkshop. This training aims to build the capacity of health and community professionals\nto increase understanding of the impact of key cultural aspects in CaLD communities in\nWA to better engage\, plan\, and implement programs and services which target injury\nprevention and safety promotion. \nThis webinar training aims to:\n• Increase awareness of the leading causes of injury within the CaLD community in WA.\n• Increase knowledge of the barriers CaLD communities face in accessing appropriate\nservices.\n• Increase knowledge of the underlying cultural\, social and psychosocial factors that\ninfluence injury within CaLD communities.\n• Increase skills in applying culturally inclusive practices for accessible and appropriate\nhealth programs and service delivery for the WA CaLD community \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/through-the-looking-glass-engaging-multicultural-communities-within-injury-prevention-and-safety-promotion-online-workshop/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220502T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220502T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220405T041417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T041417Z
UID:10000766-1651509000-1651516200@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Responding to Domestic Violence with a Trauma-Informed Lens for GP’s and Primary Care Providers
DESCRIPTION:The Safer Families Centre is leading The Readiness Program\, a national domestic and family violence (DFV) training program for primary care. \nAs part of The Readiness Program series\, Blue Knot Foundation is bringing you the latest in trauma-informed awareness and support for general practitioners and primary care providers to recognise complex trauma and its possible health presentations. \nThe Readiness Program provides a range of learning options to support for primary care providers to effectively recognise\, respond and refer domestic and family violence using a trauma and violence informed approach. To find out more visit The Readiness Program \nThe virtual classrooms are free. However\, access is only available to those who work in a General Practice\, Community Health or Aboriginal Medical Service. You will need to provide details about your workplace when you enrol. \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/responding-to-domestic-violence-with-a-trauma-informed-lens-for-gps-and-primary-care-providers-2/
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220502T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220405T051625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T051625Z
UID:10000781-1651500000-1651503600@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Erectile Dysfunction - HP Upskilling (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:This session will explore the link between diabetes and sexual health\, with a focus on erectile dysfunction. Prevention strategies\, signs and symptoms\, treatments and management options will be discussed. \n  \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/erectile-dysfunction-hp-upskilling-zoom/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220428T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220322T035928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T035928Z
UID:10000753-1651168800-1651174200@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Alcohol & Other Drug Network – a Project ECHO Initiative - Session 3: – Who Can You Call? Services and Supports for primary care practitioners
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Dr Simon Slota-Kan\nSpeaker: Dr Richard O’Regan \n\nOverview of treatment and support services for patients\nClinical support tools for primary care practitioners\nKnowing your local support options\n\nREGISTER HERE  \nMORE INFORMATION HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/alcohol-other-drug-network-a-project-echo-initiative-session-3-who-can-you-call-services-and-supports-for-primary-care-practitioners/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220428T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220428T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220315T042513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T042513Z
UID:10000629-1651167000-1651170600@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Hypoglycaemia - HP Upskilling (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:For people with diabetes who use insulin\, the fear of Hypoglycaemia can influence their decisions around target BGLs and exercise. Managing hypos can reduce both short term and long term effects of diabetes. This session will discuss causes and treatment of hypos\, but most importantly\, how to prevent it. \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/hypoglycaemia-hp-upskilling-zoom/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220428T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220428T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220405T035944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T035944Z
UID:10000764-1651163400-1651170600@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Zoom - Updates in skin cancer diagnosis and management
DESCRIPTION:In the rapidly evolving field of skin cancer medicine\, it is important for GPs to be up to date with the latest developments to ensure patients receive the best possible care. \nGPs are invited to join us for an evening with the experts in melanoma and complex non-melanoma skin cancer as they translate our latest understanding of the disease into the clinic setting. \nCost: Free – REGISTER HERE  \nCPD: This education is a CPD Activity under the RACGP CPD Program (Activity ID 329495) and ACRRM (Activity ID 25930). \nThu 28th Apr 2022\, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm AEST \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify high-risk melanoma patients and differentiate suspicious lesions using dermoscopy.\nRecognise typical presentations of non-melanoma skin cancers and identify when adverse features indicate the need for specialist referral.\nDiscuss the importance of sentinel node biopsy as a prognostic tool to help risk stratify melanoma patients for adjuvant therapy and identify when a patient should be considered for this procedure.\nExplain how adjuvant systemic drug therapy plays a role in the management of early melanoma and identify associated side effects.
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/zoom-updates-in-skin-cancer-diagnosis-and-management/
LOCATION:WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220427T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220412T052246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T052246Z
UID:10000652-1651053600-1651071600@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Good Care for Mental Health Consumers in Emergency Departments Workshop - Maylands
DESCRIPTION:Many people in Western Australia go to a hospital Emergency Department (ED) to receive mental\nhealth care and some return to ED many times.\nThe Department of Health’s Mental Health Unit invites you to a workshop to share your views\nabout ways to improve care provided to people before\, during and after an ED visit for mental health\nreasons. The workshop will be run in partnership with Consumers of Mental Health WA and include\npresentations on what we have found out so far. \n  \n**REGISTER HERE **
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/good-care-for-mental-health-consumers-in-emergency-departments-workshop-maylands/
LOCATION:The Rise\, 28 Eighth Street\, Maylands\, WA\, 6051\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220427T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220322T040516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T040516Z
UID:10000755-1651053600-1651062600@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Elder abuse recognition and response in older adult clients online workshop
DESCRIPTION:Elder abuse is a serious public health issue\, estimated to affect 1 in 20 older adults in Western Australia. It can take many forms\, including financial\, social\, physical\, sexual\, psychological\, and emotional abuse\, and can occur in a range of different settings. Elder abuse can have ongoing health impacts on an individual\, such as physical injury\, poor mental health\, and increased risk of placement in residential aged care. \nAs with many forms of abuse\, it can be difficult for an individual experiencing elder abuse to speak out. It is vital that health and community professionals working with older adults in WA carry the skills to recognise and respond to elder abuse to ensure the safety of their clients. \nJoin Injury Matters\, with guest facilitator Shawnee Van Poeteren from Advocare for the ‘Elder abuse recognition and response in older adult clients’ online workshop\, where we will explore: \n\nElder abuse and its impact on older adults\nHow to recognise and respond to elder abuse\nOptions for clients experiencing elder abuse\nThe Elder Abuse Protocol and 5-step approach for action against elder abuse\nElder abuse policy and procedure for organisations\nAdvocare and how they can assist you\n\nWho should attend? \nThis training is for anyone working with older adults\, including home care service providers\, carers and support workers\, community workers\, and health and allied health professionals. \n  \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/elder-abuse-recognition-and-response-in-older-adult-clients-online-workshop/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220427T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220427T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220223T044327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T044327Z
UID:10000724-1651050000-1651057200@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Mum's Group
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday\nFree (food and drinks provided) \nThis group is facilitated by our Women’s Health Program Community Initiatives Officer and meets weekly in a relaxed environment\, welcoming and supportive environment. Come along and catch up together over a cuppa\, participate in fun activities\, educational sessions and have morning tea. \nOur Mum’s Group is free and focuses on supporting mothers health mentally\, physically and emotionally after birth and along the beautiful but also sometimes ‘whirlwind’ journey of motherhood. \nWe don’t have an age limited on bub’s and older siblings are also welcome to attend with mother’s\, \nIf you are interested in joining our group please contact us to register by calling 99642742 or emailing ci@desertblueconnect.org.au
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/mums-group/2022-04-27/
LOCATION:Desert Blue Connect\, 28 Durlacher Street\, WA\, 6530\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Desert Blue":MAILTO:info@desertblueconnect.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220426T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220426T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220322T040314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T040314Z
UID:10000754-1650994200-1650997800@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Feet and Falls – exploring the link between foot health and falls risk in older adults
DESCRIPTION:Older adults are at a higher risk of foot related health problems that increase their risk of falling. Foot health can affect an older adults’ posture\, stability\, balance\, and walking pattern\, influencing the risk of falls. A diagnosis of diabetes is a big risk factor to foot health\, with recent studies also linking peripheral neuropathy and falls. Join Injury Matters\, in partnership with Podiatry WA\, in an online webinar training as we explore key risk factors to foot health and falls; we will hear from Christine Morton from Diabetes WA on the risk of diabetes and falls in older adults\, and Deb Schoen on peripheral neuropathy and falls in older adults. \nThis training aims to: \n\nIncrease knowledge of the link between foot health and falls prevention\nIncrease awareness of diabetes as a risk factor for foot health and symptoms to look out for in older adults\nIncrease skills in identifying peripheral neuropathy as a risk factor for falls in older adults and strategies to overcome them\nIncrease awareness of appropriate resources to support foot health in older adults\n\nThis webinar is suitable for early/mid career podiatrists\, general practitioners\, allied health nurses and aged care nurses/workers. \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/feet-and-falls-exploring-the-link-between-foot-health-and-falls-risk-in-older-adults/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220426T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220426T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220315T042344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T042344Z
UID:10000627-1650978000-1650981600@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Sick day Management Plan for People with Diabetes - HP Upskilling (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:This session will discuss the NDSS sick day management plan for people living with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Strategies for managing blood glucose levels will be discussed\, with a focus on potential effects of hyper and hypoglycaemia during illness. \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/sick-day-management-plan-for-people-with-diabetes-hp-upskilling-zoom/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220420T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220420T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220315T042214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T042214Z
UID:10000625-1650475800-1650479400@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Coeliac Disease - HP Upskilling (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Our educator will discuss what is coeliac disease\, who is at risk and how to manage it. This session will also look at how coeliac disease may impact diabetes management. \nREGISTER HERE 
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/coeliac-disease-hp-upskilling-zoom/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220420T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220420T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220412T035703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T035751Z
UID:10000785-1650459600-1650463200@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Spirometry Quality Assurance in Primary Care
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will cover: \n\nComponents of a quality assurance program\nRecommended training of personnel performing spirometry\nBiological quality control\nCalibration verification\n\nPresenter: Charlene Butler\, Senior Respiratory Scientist. \nLearning Outcomes\nUnderstand the components of a quality assurance program\, maintaining competency and regular competency assessment calibration verification with calibrated 3L syringe\, assuring biological quality control measures are in place. \n  \n** REGISTER HERE **
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/spirometry-quality-assurance-in-primary-care/
LOCATION:Webinar\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220420T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220420T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220223T044327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T044327Z
UID:10000723-1650445200-1650452400@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Mum's Group
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday\nFree (food and drinks provided) \nThis group is facilitated by our Women’s Health Program Community Initiatives Officer and meets weekly in a relaxed environment\, welcoming and supportive environment. Come along and catch up together over a cuppa\, participate in fun activities\, educational sessions and have morning tea. \nOur Mum’s Group is free and focuses on supporting mothers health mentally\, physically and emotionally after birth and along the beautiful but also sometimes ‘whirlwind’ journey of motherhood. \nWe don’t have an age limited on bub’s and older siblings are also welcome to attend with mother’s\, \nIf you are interested in joining our group please contact us to register by calling 99642742 or emailing ci@desertblueconnect.org.au
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/mums-group/2022-04-20/
LOCATION:Desert Blue Connect\, 28 Durlacher Street\, WA\, 6530\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Desert Blue":MAILTO:info@desertblueconnect.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220413T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220413T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220412T050829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220412T050829Z
UID:10000649-1649876400-1649880000@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Influenza and COVID-19 update
DESCRIPTION:Hear from infectious disease expert Prof Paul Effler at our annual influenza update and learn how COVID-19 will affect this flu season. \nThe session will include time for Q&A with Prof Effler\, so bring your burning questions. \n  \n**WEBINAR REGISTRATION**
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/influenza-and-covid-19-update/
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220413T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20220413T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T113854
CREATED:20220223T044327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T044327Z
UID:10000722-1649840400-1649847600@www.mwhpn.com.au
SUMMARY:Mum's Group
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday\nFree (food and drinks provided) \nThis group is facilitated by our Women’s Health Program Community Initiatives Officer and meets weekly in a relaxed environment\, welcoming and supportive environment. Come along and catch up together over a cuppa\, participate in fun activities\, educational sessions and have morning tea. \nOur Mum’s Group is free and focuses on supporting mothers health mentally\, physically and emotionally after birth and along the beautiful but also sometimes ‘whirlwind’ journey of motherhood. \nWe don’t have an age limited on bub’s and older siblings are also welcome to attend with mother’s\, \nIf you are interested in joining our group please contact us to register by calling 99642742 or emailing ci@desertblueconnect.org.au
URL:https://www.mwhpn.com.au/event/mums-group/2022-04-13/
LOCATION:Desert Blue Connect\, 28 Durlacher Street\, WA\, 6530\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Desert Blue":MAILTO:info@desertblueconnect.org.au
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