NQPHN is reminding North Queenslanders to look after their mental health this festive season

In a first for North Queensland, Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN), in partnership with Torres and Cape, Cairns and Hinterland, Townsville, and Mackay Hospital and Health Services (HHSs), have developed a Joint Regional Wellbeing Plan for Northern Queensland (the Plan).

Mobile health service reaching out to those in need.

In early 2019, Jay and Emma met when they found themselves facing similar challenges. Both were struggling with addiction, sleeping rough, and had no close family or friends to reach out to for help or support.

During times of uncertainty and unpredictability, it’s important to look after yourself. Self care is something we all know about, but often don’t prioritise. This is particularly true for those in helping roles, and those trying to juggle their professional and family responsibilities.

Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN) is now inviting proposals for the provision of health promotion and chronic disease prevention initiatives to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders living in Cape York and the Torres Strait Islands to improve long-term health outcomes.

Northern Queensland Primary Health Network (NQPHN) is now requesting proposals for initiatives that build the recovery and resilience capacity of primary healthcare providers following disaster situations.

Metro North Hospital and Health Service (MNHHS) is extending the initiative 'Closer to Home' that involves supporting patients from other Hospital and Health Services (HHSs) to be seen within their local HHS or another HHS located closer to home.

At any time of year, bedtime battles are incredibly common, and during summer, bedtimes can start to slide later and later – but now there’s an extra reason to offer families support if they’re having trouble with their child’s sleep schedule.

The Heart Foundation is now looking for the next group of passionate health professionals to take part in their Health Professional Ambassador Program in 2021.