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eReferral solution for Western NSW extends to Orange, Bathurst and some district specialist services
Electronic referrals (eReferrals) will be extended from Dubbo Health Servce to include Orange and Bathurst Health Services for outpatient specialist clinics this July.
1800MEDICARE strengthens access to timely advice and care
Health professionals across regional New South Wales are being encouraged to support awareness of 1800MEDICARE, a free national service that connects people to trusted health advice and the right care, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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MyMedicare: Registering patients who may lack capacity
A patient’s ability to give informed consent is central to MyMedicare registration. When a patient cannot provide consent due to limited or impaired decision-making capacity, practices can register them through an authorised representative. This article outlines the key steps and what practices need to consider to ensure registration remains voluntary and reflects the patient’s preferences.
More than a meal: Putting it all on the table
Finding support can be tough, especially in regional communities where men don’t always feel comfortable opening up. The Men’s Table is helping to change that by offering a safe, supportive space for men to talk openly about what’s on their mind.