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ABORTION LEGISLATION REFORM ACT 2023

By Newsletter

Please see further information regarding the Abortion Legislation Reform Act 2023 here – https://www.health.wa.gov.au/articles/a_e/abortion

The Abortion Legislation Reform Act 2023 (WA) will come into effect in Western Australia on the 27 March 2024. This Act repeals all provisions related to abortion within the Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1911 (WA) and creates a new framework relating to abortion under the Public Health Act 2016 (WA) (the Act). Consequential amendments have also been made to the Criminal Code, Children’s Court Act, Coroner’s Act, Freedom of information Act 1992 and the Guardianship and Administration Act. Clinicians and health services must continue to comply with the existing legislation until the new legislation comes into effect.

Information resources have been prepared by the Department of Health to assist Health Practitioners to understand their roles, responsibilities, and obligations under
the Act. These resources contain important information relevant to all Health Practitioners and health facilities, including those that do not provide abortion care or
services.

All enquiries may be directed to abortionlaws@health.wa.gov.au

 

 

Paediatric Emergencies and Clinical Healthcare Scenarios | Albany | 17 May 2024

By Newsletter, Workshops

This Rural Health West CPD workshop is a one-day workshop in paediatric emergency scenarios and skills. It will give delegates real-life examples and the opportunity to manage sick or injured children in a safe environment.

The workshop content includes:

  • Hands-on simulation – practise common scenarios and structured care
  • Short presentations by experienced paediatric emergency physicians
  • Comprehensive handbook of lecture materials and practical skills
  • ‘Resuscitation reminders’ card for your ID badge clip

Eligibility: GP Obstetricians, ED doctors and nurses and GPs. Priority is given to those working in the local region.

Length: One Day – 8.00am-5.00pm

Cost:
$350-$440 (incl GST)

The cost of this workshop is subsidised by WA Country Health Service 

Accreditation:
5 Educational Activity and 3 Reviewing Performance CPD Hours with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
2 Additional CPD Requirements, 5 Educational Activity and 3 Outcome Measurement PDP Hours. 6 Emergency Medicine and 6 Obstetric and Gynaecology MOPS Hours with the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine for continuing professional development hours for the 2023-2025 triennium.

We ask participants to contact their relevant college to ascertain your eligibility for the grant prior to attending. This workshop is elligible for the Emergency Medicine and Obstetrics components.

This education workshop is proudly delivered by Rural Health West in partnership with WA Country Health Service

Payment Structure

You will receive an email link for payment in an event confirmation email. Payment is required within 10 days of receiving the email. If full payment is not received within 10 days, your place will be offered to another delegate.

Cancellation Policy

  • Applicants who give notice of cancellation of four (4) weeks or more will receive a full refund of the course fee.
  • Applicants who withdraw from the course 14 days prior will receive a 50 per cent refund of the course fee.
  • Applicants who fail to attend a course or who withdraw from the course less than 14 days of the course date will be considered on an individual case basis.

Privacy Statement

The Privacy Act 2014 provides that before your personal contact details can be published or made available to major sponsors, exhibitors and other parties directly related to this workshop, you must give your consent. If you do not consent to your contact details being provided to the abovementioned parties, please contact the CPD team at CPD@ruralhealthwest.com.au or 08 6389 4500.

Rural Health West values and respects your privacy and personal details. Personal information is collected in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which can be viewed at www.ruralhealthwest.com.au/privacystatement

Paediatric Emergencies and Clinical Healthcare Scenarios | Albany

Neoresus | Narrogin | 06 June 2024

By Newsletter, Workshops

This comprehensive workshop is for medical practitioners, GP obstetricians, midwives and other health professionals seeking additional skills, knowledge and experience in caring for the newborn who requires resuscitative support at birth.

Advanced Resuscitation comprises a theoretical (web based) learning component and a practical (skills based) training program.  This program comprises all components of the First Response Progrram, plus additional theory, advanced newborn resuscitation skills and advanced scenarios.

The theoretical component is a self paced learning program which is entirely web based.  It consists of two online learning modules which must be completed prior to attending the Advanced Resuscitation practical training program.

Eligibility: Paediatricians, GP obstetricians, medical practitioners and midwives.  Priority is given to those working in the local region.

Length: 8:00am-4:30pm

Cost:
Midwives/Nurses – $240 (including GST)
Doctors – $360 (including GST)
The cost of this workshop is subsidised by the Australian Government Department of Health

Accreditation: This workshop has accreditation with The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP), the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) and RANZCOG for continuing professional development points/hours for the 2023-2025 triennium.

This Rural Health West education workshop is proudly funded by the Australian Government Department of Health 

Payment structure

You will receive an email link for payment in an event confirmation email. Payment is required within 10 days of receiving the email. If full payment is not received within 10 days, your place will be offered to another delegate.

Cancellation policy

  • Applicants who give notice of cancellation of four (4) weeks or more will receive a full refund of the workshop registration fee.
  • Applicants who withdraw from the workshop between 4 weeks  and 14 days prior will receive a 50% refund of the workshop registration fee.
  • Applicants who fail to attend the workshop or who withdraw from the workshop less than 14 days of the workshop date are not eligible for a refund.

Privacy statement

The Privacy Act 2014 provides that before your personal contact details can be published or made available to major sponsors, exhibitors and other parties directly related to this workshop, you must give your consent. If you do not consent to your contact details being provided to the abovementioned parties, please contact the CPD team at CPD@ruralhealthwest.com.au or telephone 08 6389 4500.

Rural Health West values and respects your privacy and personal details. Personal information is collected in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which can be viewed at www.ruralhealthwest.com.au/privacystatement

Photo and Video Footage

Photos and video footage may be taken by either Rural Health West staff or other participants during the course of this event.  This imagery may be used in Rural Health West marketing material to either promote future events or in the Rural Health Matters newsletter. If you do not consent to photos or videos being taken, please contact the CPD team CPD@ruralhealthwest.com.au or 08 6389 4500.

NeoResus I Narrogin

 

Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Forum | Perth | 24 – 26 May 2024

By Newsletter, Resources, Workshops

This forum is part of the WA Country Health Service and Rural Health West Resident Specialist and Procedural GP Education Series.

The one and a half day Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Forum 2024, will include optional Friday workshops, small problem-based discussions, lectures, and simulation sessions delivered concurrently and facilitated by experienced specialists.  The forum will provide an opportunity to network with fellow colleagues.

Rural Obstetrics and Gynaecology Forum 2024 I Perth

Obstetric Emergencies | Geraldton | 8 March 2024

By Newsletter, Workshops

This workshop teaches participants how to effectively manage obstetric cases and emergencies and how to make appropriate decisions.

Eligibility: GP obstetricians, medical practitioners and midwives. Priority is given to those working in the local region.

Length: One day

Cost: $50.00
The cost of this workshop is subsidised by WA Country Health Service 

Accreditation: This workshop has accreditation with The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP), Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) for continuing professional development points/hours for the 2023-2025 triennium and RANZCOG for 2023-2024.

This education workshop is proudly delivered by Rural Health West in partnership with WA Country Health Service

Payment Structure

You will receive an email link for payment in an event confirmation email.   Payment is required within 10 days of receiving the email. If full payment is not received within 10 days, your place will be offered to another delegate.

Cancellation Policy

  • Applicants who give notice of cancellation of four (4) weeks or more will receive a full refund of the course fee.
  • Applicants who withdraw from the course 14 days prior will receive a 50 per cent refund of the course fee.
  • Applicants who fail to attend a course or who withdraw from the course less than 14 days of the course date will be considered on an individual case basis.

Privacy Statement

The Privacy Act 2014 provides that before your personal contact details can be published or made available to major sponsors, exhibitors and other parties directly related to this workshop, you must give your consent. If you do not consent to your contact details being provided to the abovementioned parties, please contact the CPD team at CPD@ruralhealthwest.com.au or 08 6389 4500.

Rural Health West values and respects your privacy and personal details. Personal information is collected in accordance with our Privacy Policy which can be viewed at www.ruralhealthwest.com.au/privacystatement

Obstetric Emergencies | Geraldton