In the context of rising gonorrhoea and syphilis notifications, the Queensland Health sexually transmissible infection (STI) and blood borne virus (BBV) testing tool has been updated and is available for use in primary care now. The revision includes new recommendations for asymptomatic men who have sex with men, and other clinical feedback.

The ‘Closer to Home’ initiative involves supporting patients from the other Hospital and Health Services (HHSs) to be seen within their local HHS or another HHS located closer to home.

A brand new, purpose-built therapeutic gym has opened at the COUCH Wellness Centre in Manoora thanks to the support and generosity of the Cairns and Far North Queensland (FNQ) community.

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.

Bupa Aged Care Cairns is urgently seeking General Practitioners to provide care to 140 residents at their facility on 52-59 Swallow Street, Mooroobool.

Have you wondered what it’s like to work in general practice in a world quite different to your own? You can now get a taste for life as a GP in a contrasting urban or rural community as part of an innovative new practice exchange program.

The second learning retreat for the Indigenous Health-Centred Diploma of Leadership and Management was recently held in Cairns.

In recognition of the significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workforce in the NQPHN region, a collaboration with Health Workforce Queensland (HWQ) and Health Industry Training (HIT) was established. HWQ funded places under their Bursary Program, and HIT developed and provided the training for this course.

Being diagnosed with lung cancer and navigating the complexities of the health system can be stressful, confusing and overwhelming for patients and their families. Research indicates that 50% of Australians living with lung cancer experience distress, anxiety and/or depression. However, only one in two patients have access to a multidisciplinary team to support them in accessing best-practice treatment, care and support.

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) accounts for more than one in four deaths in Australia. Re-engaging with Australians about their cardiovascular risk has never been so important and yet, it has never been so challenging given our competing health priorities during the pandemic.

Health Workforce Queensland and Northern Queensland Primary Health Network are partnering to provide opportunities for primary care or community care services to upskill employees through the completion of a Certificate IV in Mental Health.