A copy of this letter will be sent to the GP and a copy of the letter will be inserted in the medical record.
VMOs have the option of using this letter and may fill it out accordingly. Junior medical staff will not be using this letter on women who have a private obstetrician.
]]>It is anticipated that the flu vaccination will be administered at the GP visit. When the vaccination has been given, please document on the “yellow card” next to “Investigations” (above Hep B,C HIV Information) or circle Y/N if card is stamped with ” Flu Vax”.
The new SLHD Public Health Unit “Protecting you and your baby from influenza ... Information for pregnant women and women with newborn babies” is now available. Please contact CSGPN for copies.
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The news article was provided to CSGPN by the HARP Health Promotion Unit, Sydney Local health District.
]]>ATAPS funding is available up until 30 June 2012.
The advantages of a referral through the ATAPS program as opposed to the Medicare-funded program are as follows:
Not signed on for ATAPS? Need a refresher?
For further information contact Mano on 8752 4907 or Karen on 8752 4906
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For further information download the flyer.
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Further information regarding the imminent changes are outlined in the attached memo from Professor Jon Hyett (Head High Risk Obstetrics, RPA).
]]>The Canrefer website (www.canrefer.org.au), an initiative by the Cancer Institute NSW, allows general practitioners and people diagnosed with cancer and their families to search for healthcare teams specialising in the treatment and care of specific cancers.
The program allows people across NSW rural and regional areas to search for their closest specialist healthcare teams.
It also gives them access to information including the radiation oncology, chemotherapy, palliative care and cancer genetics units closest to where they live.
Using a Google search function, visitors to the website can search for information according to the geographical location and type of cancer to be treated.
“Research shows well-coordinated care from a range of health disciplines greatly improves outcomes for people with cancer.”
These teams, including GPs, can address every aspect of the person’s health and wellbeing throughout treatment and recovery.
The website also offers practical information including maps, opening hours, parking facilities and contact details for cancer care coordinators.
]]>The National Transport Commission and Austroads are pleased to announce the release of Assessing Fitness to Drive, the 2012 revised national medical standards for driver licensing. Assessing Fitness to Drive has been extensively revised, drawing on recent research and expert opinion on the impact of various chronic medical conditions on driving. GPs have been a key stakeholder group in the conduct of the review, with representation on the project Reference Group by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
New features
The new edition features a simplified structure with ten chapters (reduced from the original 23) which focus on the health conditions likely to affect driving, including:
Information about the impact of medications is also included in Part A of the publication.
The new edition also features:
It is hoped that these features will aid in the understanding of the impact of medical conditions on driving and will facilitate patient management.
The key changes are summarised on the Austroads website www.austroads.com.au and detailed in a comprehensive report also available on the site.
Supporting resources for health professionals and patients
Links to various supporting information can also be found on the Austroads website www.austroads.com.au, including a fact sheet to assist communication with patients regarding their fitness to drive and their responsibilities to report to the driver licensing authority.
Online training for health professionals is also available via the SafeDrive Medical course – this can be accessed via the Vic Roads website (http://safedrivemedical.vicroads.vic.gov.au/).
Availability and application
The 2012 edition of Assessing Fitness to Drive has been signed into force by all state, territory and federal ministers of transport and is effective from 1 March 2012.
The publication is being distributed by Austroads to all GP’s, and to relevant medical specialists and allied health professionals. Copies can also be purchased online via the Austroads website www.austroads.com.au which will host an electronic version of the book.
The standards aim to ensure that all health professionals are aware of the road safety implications of medical conditions, and that they understand the licensing authority systems for managing medically at-risk drivers. All health professionals are encouraged to refer to the standards when considering their patients fitness to drive. This will help to ensure that patients are assessed and managed consistently, and will support road safety.
It is anticipated that the flu vaccination will be administered at the GP visit. When the vaccination has been given, please document on the “yellow card” next to “Investigations” (above Hep B,C HIV Information).
The new SLHD Public Health Unit “Protecting you and your baby from influenza ... Information for pregnant women and women with newborn babies” will be available shortly.
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