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e-CDNewsAIMING TO PROMOTE COMMUNICATION, COLLABORATION, COORDINATION &
COLLECTIVE MEMORY 10 March 2015
This issue contains:
Chronic Diseases Network Update
Courses in 2015 AMSANT The Australian & New
Zealand Addiction Conference
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
National Rural Health Alliance
Australian Research Reviews
Cancer Australia Australian Indigenous
HealthInfoNet Men’s Lift 4 Life Community
Development & Public Health Seminar
Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association
Australian Disease Management Association
Welcome to the March 2015 edition of the e-CDNews2015 CDN Conference
The CDN Conference website is now live at www.cdnconferencent.com.auEarly Bird Registrations are being offered to those that register and pay by 3rd July 2015Key dates are:
15 May Abstract Submission closesCDN Recognition Awards Nominations close
3 July Early Bird Registration closes24 September CDN Welcome and Recognition Award Ceremony
CDN Recognition Awards
The 2015 Awards will be held on the evening of the first day of the conference, the 24th. A new Award “Continuous Quality Improvement” has been introduced to promote the work of quality improvement across the Territory. The 2015 Award categories will be:1 Chronic Disease Health Promotion / Program Delivery Award (Team / organisation)
This award recognises a team or an organisation that has implemented a program that: Is based on the key principles of health promotion and that actively addresses chronic conditions
risk factors or the impact of chronic condition Has achieved significant improvement and / or innovation in health service delivery (quality
initiatives) Demonstrates sustainability and community engagement Is based upon current evidence and incorporate comprehensive evaluation
2 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health & Leadership Award – Male/Female
This award recognises an individual who currently works in the field of chronic conditions and has made an outstanding contribution to Aboriginal chronic conditions / health in the NT.
The person may work in an urban, rural or remote setting and across a range of roles such as Liaison Officer, Health Promotion Officer, Health Worker, Community workers, Women’s / Men’s Health, Child Health, Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol, Nursing, Trainees, planning, policy or research.
3 Outstanding Contribution to the prevention and management of Chronic Conditions in the Northern Territory (Individual)
This is awarded to an individual who has made outstanding contributions in the field of chronic conditions considering factors such as best practice, innovation, leadership, mentoring, advocacy roles and contributions to strategic planning, policy and research.
The recipient of this award will be invited to present a 20minute oration at the 2015 CDN Conference
4 Continuous Quality Improvement (Individual or organisation)
This is awarded to an organisation or individual that has achieved significant innovation and / or contribution in the area of continuous quality improvement with the aim of improving the prevention and management of chronic conditions
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CoursesNT Only - Renal Diseases in the NTThis course focuses on renal disease in the NT and has a variety of attached videos and PDF resources which can be downloaded for future use. This course has been developed to provide access to information on renal disease to health care workers working in rural and remote settings as well as interested health workers within the urban setting. Use the link below to take a look;http://mylearninghealth.nt.gov.au/enrol/index.php?id=656There are two modules and by enrolling in module one, you will also have access to module two. Module 1: provides a brief overview of chronic kidney disease, associated symptoms, dietary considerations, medication
management and social issues. Module 2: covers end stage kidney disease, treatment options, care coordination and respite dialysis.The course can be accessed through my Learning, use your LAN password, click on ‘’department of health, online and self-paced courses, Health professionals. You will be able to access Renal Disease in NT module 1 and module 2. Completion of this course will earn you CPD points and a certificate at the end of each module.For more information contact the Top End Renal Services, Nurse Educators on Ph:08 89228888/Phone: 08 89489000-Nightcliff/ 0889228935-7A -------------Lung Foundation Australia’s COPD National ProgramCOPD Online, an interactive training program for primary care nurses has been updatedLearn about COPD, identify patients with COPD, manage patients with COPD and develop self-management plans with patients. http://lungfoundation.com.au/health-professionals/training-and-education/copd-nurse-training-online/ is the link to the page that will provide you with more information about the training.Training includes:
Case studies and videos Interactive features
Care plans and the Medical Benefits Schedule Downloadable assessment tools and patient handouts
Quizzes to test your knowledge-------------Cancer Council SAFREE Quitskills Training in Alice Springs 24th-26th MarchCancer Council SA are in the process of organising our accredited Quitskills training for Aboriginal Health Workers in Alice Springs. Having well trained teams can support our collective role in reducing smoking rates in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and we would love for your team to bepart of our national effort.The 3-day Quitskills training provides participants with the knowledge, skills and confidence to support their community in reducing the burden of smoking. The training is nationally recognised, with three smoking cessation competencies awarded at a Certificate III or IV level. Since 2012, we have trained more than 600 people across Australia and participants recognise the importance of this training in supporting the work they do. Please see the attached flyer for further information regarding this course.To register your interest in completing this 3-day training or to register interest in another training drop us an email: [email protected] or view the attached flyers
-------------NT ONLY – Top End Health and Hospital ServicesVAC Therapy Education workshop is a free workshop which will be held at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort on Tuesday 21 April 2015 from 9am to 4pm with registration from 8.45am to 9am.Please advise dietary requirements (gluten free & vegetarian) as lunch will be provided. Those attending will earn CPD points.View attached flyers for more information or to confirm attendance please email [email protected] or [email protected]__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance NT (AMSANT)To assist us in planning one21seventy foundation training for 2015 we are asking for expressions of interest by management, organisations and individuals. This will enable us to make a decision about where the next one21seventy foundation training should be held (Top End or Central Australia). The last one21seventy foundation training was held in Alice Springs in October 2014.
Please indicate your preferred location in the table below and return in a reply email no later than 17th March 2015.
Your preferred location (where you work) Please indicate below (X)DarwinAlice Springs
If you are seriously interested in participating in the next one21seventy foundation training and need further information, please contact either of the CQI Program Coordinators, AMSANT (Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance NT) - see contact details across
Kerry Copley - Top End, Moonta House, 43 Mitchell St. Darwin NT 0800, GPO Box 1624 Darwin NT 0801,Phone: 08 8944 6646 /Mobile: 0407 000 592 / Email: [email protected]
Louise Patel - Central Australia, 5/82 Todd St, Alice Springs, PO Box 1464 Alice Springs NT 0871,Phone: 08 8959 4608 /Mobile: 0447 770 067 / Email: [email protected]
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The Australian & New Zealand Addiction ConferenceThe Australian & New Zealand Addiction 2015 Conference will take place from the 20th – 22nd May in Queensland. Presentations will address different types of addition, prevention, assessment, treatment and recovery.Click here to view the program or to secure your place Click here __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW)For information, updates, news and resources go to: http://www.aihw.gov.au/ Other Areas of interest are:» Alcohol and Other Drugs » Chronic Kidney Disease » Cardiovascular Health » Chronic Diseases» Diabetes » Indigenous Australians » Mental Health » Cancer __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The National Rural Health AllianceThe 13th National Rural Health Conference will be held at the Darwin Convention Centre on the 24th to 27th May 2015. The Conference theme is: is People, Places, Possibilities….
The People of rural and remote areas are well known for their creativity, resilience and common sense. Over 1,000 of them will share their common interests at the Convention Centre in Darwin in May 2015.The Places of rural and remote Australia are disparate, widespread and subject to a variety of economic, social, governmental and climatic characteristics. Between them they are home to more than 6.7 million people who, between them, contribute much to Australia's cultural heritage and economy.The Possibilities for rural and remote Australia are endless. Like the landscape itself, the view we already have of the possibilities is extensive and beautiful, with who knows what assets and challenges over the horizon.
The 13th National Rural Health Conference will inspire and inform. It will provide evidence and entertainment. And it will help to ensure that progress towards good health and quality of life in rural and remote areas is quickened. The highlights will include the exhibition, the Conference dinner, an arts and health stream and high-profile keynote speakers.For more information please visit: http://nrha.org.au/13nrhc __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Australian Research ReviewsFor information, updates, news and resources go to: http://www.researchreview.com.au/Other Areas of interest are:
» Cardiology » Psychiatry » Renal Transplant » GP » Dental » Oncology » Diabetes & Obesity » Respiratory » Rheumatology » Skin Cancer
Latest edition of Australian Diabetes Research Review
Latest edition of Australian Ovarian Cancer Research Review
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Cancer Australia Cancer Australia is working with Menzies School of Health Research to develop a National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cancer Framework.The Framework aims to define evidence based priorities that can be used to inform the national cancer control agenda, and ultimately contribute to improved health and wellbeing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with cancer and their families.To inform the Framework, Cancer Australia is aiming to capture a wide range of perspectives from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have been affected by cancer, including their families and community. We also want to hear from all people who have a role in cancer control, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers, GPs, nurses, specialists, allied health practitioners and people who work in screening, prevention and palliative care.There are a number of ways you can get involved and provide your important feedback:
1. an online survey; and/or 2. an online facilitated ‘yarning place’; and/or 3. face to face forums.Online surveyThe online survey can be accessed from 24 February 2015 and will remain open until the 27 March 2015. To complete the survey, please click here.Online facilitated yarning placeThe online yarning place is hosted at the National Indigenous Cancer Network (NICaN) yarning place on the Australian Indigenous Health InfoNet. To find out more about this project please call 02 9357 9425 or contact Samantha Webster, Senior Project Officer on [email protected] __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNetFor information, updates, news and resources go to: http://www. health infonet .ecu.edu.au / Some Areas of interest are:» Cancer » Mental Health » Substance Use » Respiratory Health » Cardiovascular Health » Diabetes__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Men’s Lift 4 Life ProgramGet Physical Fitness Centre run Lift 4 Life weight training sessions, falls prevention and heart moves (sponsored by the ASTC) and have recently received funding for an indigenous men's Lift 4 Life program for 6 months funded by the EJ Whitten foundation.The evidence based program was developed by Baker IDI and Fitness Australia specifically to managechronic disease, especially diabetes.If you know of anyone, Get Physical are looking for referrals to the men's Lift 4 Life program which will run for an hour twice a week.The attached flyer provides more detail and the contact person is Maria Lennartz on 0439887235__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Community Development & Public Health SeminarWhen: Monday 23rd & Tuesday 24th March 2015Time: 9.00am - 4.30pm (each day)Where: Red Building 9, Room 1.45, Charles Darwin University, Casuarina Campus, Ellengowan Drive, Casuarina (map of university campus)
This two day course covers the introductory fundamentals of community development with a particular emphasis on public health with specific reference to remote regions of Australia. This means that the course will connect the broad field of community development to the special circumstances of the Indigenous people who constitute the majority of the permanent population of remote Australia.You will learn about competing theoretical perspectives, schools of thought, alternative policies, programs and other interventions. You are encouraged to form and justify your own views about which approaches best fit the challenges you may have to face. Topics to be covered: Day One - Formal Introduction to Community Development, Day Two - Community Development and Practice, Principles and SkillsTo register: Complete the registration form and email to Georgina Dornier, Acting Education Coordinator, Menzies School of Health Research. Download the registration formDownload the flyer for more information phone Georgina on (08) 8946 8446 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Australian and New Zealand Mental Health Association (ANZMHA)ANZMHA invite you to the 16th International Mental Health Conference at QT Hotel, the Gold Coast from 12th to 14th August 2015Opportunities are available to present in a concurrent session, share case studies, run a workshop or present a poster. This is a fantastic opportunity for leading clinical practitioners, academics, service providers and mental health experts to deliberate and discuss mental health issues confronting Australia and New Zealand.You are invited to submit an abstract that addresses the conference theme, Mental Health Future For All. The conference program will be designed to challenge, inspire, demonstrate and encourage participants while facilitating discussion. Closing date for abstracts is 10 April 2015.For more details about this significant event and how you can become involved as a presenter, delegate or sponsor, please visit the conference Website or contact the conference secretariat Sarah Jones on +61 7 5502 2068 / F +61 7 55273298__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Australian Disease Management Association (ADMA)
Abstract submissions for the ADMA and its Partner-Health Commissioning Queensland, a division of the Queensland Department of Health’s 11th Annual National Conference are due to close on the 24th of April 2015. The Themes include: Population Health, Person-centre care, Shared care, Telehealth and Telemedicine, Models of integrated care, Health and social care integration and Quality of care & evaluation.
The attached preliminary conference flyer and call for abstracts provides more information and contact details or you can visit www.adma.org.au / ring +61 3 9076 4125 / email: [email protected]