Swine Flu Update - 28th April 2009
Fourteen South Australians are being investigated for swine flu, SA Health confirmed today (28 April). Two have already been tested for the virus and given the all clear. SA Health Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paddy Philips, said there was a low possibility of any of the tests returning a positive result for swine flu. “At this stage, there are no confirmed cases of swine flu in Australia,” Professor Phillips said.
Health Minister John Hill said “I would like to reassure all South Australians that our health system and hospitals are well prepared for the challenge of dealing with a widespread illness like swine flu.”
Swine Flu Media Release-28April09
Transition to Professional Practice Program 2010
Country Health SA Transition to Professional Practice (formerly the Graduate Nurse Program, GNP) is a broad program covering theoretical as well as clinical aspects of the registered nurse role that facilitates your professional and personal growth. Opportunities exist for new graduates to develop their knowledge and skills with particular emphasis on the unique role of registered nurses in the rural setting. For application forms and information go to Country Health SA Transition to Professional Practice Program 2010
Country Health Strategy Released
The Strategy for planning Country Health in SA has been released, following a consultation period that drew around 1200 people to public meetings across the state and took in around 100 written submissions. The Strategy, which sets out the ten planning principles for future services in rural and regional South Australia, has been amended in response to the consultation.
Country Health SA and SA Health Combined Website
Country Health SA and SA Health are currently in the process of creating a joint site where information on health services for all South Australians will sit. Whilst this is worked on, you can still access Country specific information but please note that in some instances you will be redirected from this site to the existing SA Health site. All links of this nature should open in a new window on your screen so simply close the window to return to the Country Health site.
Online Chronic Disease Self Management Program - research study
The research program is for people with long-term health conditions who would like to better manage their disease and take control of their health. To find out more or to participate in this pilot program go to SA Health Online Chronic Disease Self Management Program.
Draft Strategy for Planning Country Health Services in SA
Health Minister John Hill has released the new draft strategy for country health, launching a four week public and stakeholder consultation period.
Country Primary Health Care Conference 2009
The Country Primary Health Care Conference will be held on June 2-4th 2009 at Renmark and will showcase current best practice and explore new ways to apply the principles of Primary Health Care. For more information go to the Country Primary Health Care Conference webpages or download information from the link below:
Country Primary Health Care Conference 2009 flyer (164Kb pdf)