If you work in health or care services and would like to increase your skills and understanding of palliative care, explore the range of accessible education resources at palliativecare.org.au and murrayphn.org.au/npc-week-2024 #MattersOfLifeAndDeath

BERTIE is a free education package for #agedcare workers, containing online modules, short videos, summary sheets and quizzes. Aged care workers can attend the online launch event this Thursday 23 May from 11.30am to 12.30pm to learn more. Register now: register.gotowebinar.com/register/33074…

Caring for someone during the last chapter of life can be a challenging and emotional experience. Caring for yourself so that you can care for others is really important. Explore the self-care and professional development ideas at palliativecare.org.au
#MattersOfLifeAndDeath

Key rural leaders panel session kick off final day of Victorian Rural Health Conference 2024. Love the RDAV president’s Louise Manning throne
Rural Workforce Agency Victoria Murray PHN Victorian Rural Generalist Program

Today is IDAHOBIT, a day to celebrate LGBTQIA+ people and remind us why safe, affirming and culturally appropriate care is important for all LGBTQIA+ people 🏳️‍🌈To learn more about the day and how you can participate, visit idahobit.org.au
#idahobit #IDAHOBIT2024

Final chance- Breaking the Barriers: Engaging & responding to patients who use domestic & family violence Advanced workshop. Join the Safer Families Centre, in this online advanced workshop for GPs & primary care staff. Thursday 16th May 12-1:30pm AEST. go.unimelb.edu.au/x7d8

Mildura we are heading your way in just 3 days!!! There is still time for last minute registrations - bit.ly/476kxt4 lots of variety in the program: importance of good workplace culture, rural obstetrics, urology & ENT updates, policy updates, & training info

1 week to go!! You can still register for the Victorian Rural Health Conference 2024 bit.ly/476kxt4

Thanks to our VRHC24 Partners ACRRM Gold, Silver Murray PHN & Victorian Rural Generalist Program , Gala Dinner Chiesi Group Aust, Welcome to Mildura:Mildura Base Public Hosp

Know an outstanding Nurse Practitioner? Nominate them for the prestigious HESTA Nurse Practitioner of the Year Award! Nominations open now! #ACNP acnp.org.au/hesta-nurse-pr… Nominations close on 30 June.

Fabulous recognition for Mildura GP pharmacist, congratulations Brooke 👏

Sunraysia Daily

To learn more about The Caring Circle, Murray PHN's palliative care project, visit: murrayphn.org.au/thecaringcircle

Prof Paul Kelly is leading a webinar today at 12pm on the 2024 flu season and respiratory illnesses. Register at health-au.webex.com/webappng/sites…

Staff and organisations that work in or support residential aged care homes are invited to attend upcoming forums to learn about new initiatives, tools and resources: 15 May in Shepparton, 16 May in Albury, 21 May in Mildura and 22 May in Bendigo. Register murrayphn.org.au/events/

We want to hear what GPs think about climate change and health, it’s impact on you and your patients.

Your say will be invaluable in helping to shape advocacy efforts and the resources needed to support you and your patients.

bit.ly/3wbfwSW

We are inviting abstract submissions for #DRIVERS2024  in Bendigo on 7 September 2024.
Present your rural health research, reflections and case studies and get your rural research recognised.
📆 Abstract submissions close 11 June
🎯 Submit your abstract: monash.edu/drivers

Did you know that registering for #MyMedicare gives you access to longer telehealth consultations, strengthening your relationship with your general practitioner? 🩺

Learn more about the benefits of registering in MyMedicare at 💻 health.gov.au/mymedicare

Save the date! We're excited for the 2024 La Trobe Rural Health School conference: ‘Solutions-focussed Rural Health Research’, which takes place this year from 25-26 July. How can we address #ruralhealth inequities? Watch this space for registration details soon.

We will be closed tomorrow, Thursday 25 April, due to the Anzac Day public holiday.
Support is available for veterans and their families:
Open Arms - Veterans & Families Counselling 1800 011 046
Safe Zone 1800 142 072
Defence Family Helpline 1800 624 608
Lifeline 13 11 14

Calling all rural Victorians! Your voice matters! Take a few minutes to complete the Rural Victorian Snap Survey and help shape the future of rural healthcare.
Let's make a difference together! Survey link: bit.ly/3U10KG5

Applications to join our community and clinical advisory councils close tomorrow. If you're passionate about health and have strong local networks, we encourage you to apply.
Learn more and submit your application here now: murrayphn.org.au/about/advisory…