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If you have COPD, inhalers and other medication play a key role in managing your symptoms and preventing flare-ups. While they can’t cure COPD, they can help you breathe easier and stay well for longer. Your COPD medicines Your doctor will recommend medicines tailored to your needs. These may incl...
Pneumococcal disease refers to a range of infections caused by a bacterium known as Streptococcus pneumoniae. Many parts of the body can be infected and resulting disease can be severe, including pneumococcal pneumonia, pneumococcal sepsis (bacteraemia) and meningitis. Pneumococcal disease is a lead...
Changes to Queensland’s legislation relating to Immunisation Medicines have been made effective as of 7 April 2025. Below outlines a summary of these changes. The amendments include changes to the list of immunisation medicines contained in the following Extended Practice Authorities (EPAs): Pharm...
Broadbeach GP and Chair of the Gold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN), Dr Ka-Kiu Cheung, says World Immunisation Week from 24-30 April 2025 is the ideal time for young families to take advantage of the many free vaccines available ahead of winter. “There’s been a slowdown of immunisation upta...
Palliative care plays an important role in the community. Care Manager at St Andrews Aged Care, Regina Huang, says she feels incredibly fortunate to have been awarded a full scholarship through Gold Coast Primary Health Network to pursue a Graduate Certificate in Palliative Care. “My passion for d...
For many registered nurses, working in the residential aged care homes sector is more than just a job – it’s a calling. Monalisa Arcenas-Baterna, a registered nurse and quality education manager at BUPA Merrimac, says working in aged care has been nothing short of life changing. With a backgroun...
As a dedicated family practice managing approximately 100 residents across five to six nursing homes, effective coordination between healthcare providers is crucial in delivering optimal care for patients with cognitive impairment and dementia. This article explores the challenges faced and proposes...
Meet some of the female leaders who help drive Gold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN) forward in their senior roles on the Board and committees. Dr Tammra Warby – GCPHN Board Deputy Chair Dr Tammra Warby has been a GP on the Gold Coast since 2017. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College...
Des and Wendy striking the right chord in retirement For 79-year-old Des Weatherhog, life in retirement is all about embracing new adventures, staying active, and making meaningful connections. “I lost my wife, Barb, to breast cancer 16 years ago, which really slowed down my motivation for a lot...
Imagine a shield that protects you and your loved ones from falling seriously ill. Vaccination campaigns are a powerful tool to stop the spread of diseases like the flu and to keep us safe. By getting vaccinated, we create a protective bubble known as herd immunity, making it harder for diseases to ...
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