Anna Wood

[Have I Got News For You @haveigotnews]

Nigel Farage launches bid for a record 8th failure to win a seat in parliament

[Rural Workforce Agency Victoria @RWAVictoria]

Whether you are an employed locum GP looking for longer-term stability or an independent locum GP looking to work as much or as little as you want… there is an opportunity in Rural Victoria. For more info and to register, visit here https://t.co/3pclDgnW3w

#PrimaryHealth #locum

[Aus J Primary Health @AusJPrimHealth]

We're very pleased to see this important article published in @AusJPrimHealth getting attention in the media. Congratulations Amy Coe et al.
Social media group support for antidepressant deprescribing: a mixed-methods survey of patient experiences https://t.co/Q9LOSw597R

[AAAPC @AAAPC_ANZ]

AAAPC 2024 Conference Abstracts are open! Submit your 300 word abstract online for an oral presentation, poster presentation or interactive workshop https://t.co/8TElLJSV1w

[Western Victoria PHN @WestVicPHN]

A MODERATE risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma has been forecast for the South West weather district for today (Friday, 8 December). For more information on how to prepare, please refer to the Better Health Channel https://t.co/IbBKFzxpbh

[cfa_updates @CFA_Updates]

A Total Fire Ban has been declared for the MALLEE and WIMMERA Fire Districts tomorrow - 8 December 2023.

No fires can be lit, or be allowed to remain alight, in the open air from 12:01 AM until 11:59 PM - https://t.co/7l0HY3Ykgm

[Victorian Department of Health @VicGovDH]

Naloxone is a life-saving medicine. It temporarily reverses the effects of opioid overdose, is safe, easily administered & has no potential for misuse. The Take-Home Naloxone Program aims to increase community access to naloxone & reduce drug-related harm. https://t.co/YQwyLc3VL7

[Rural Workforce Agency Victoria @RWAVictoria]

Students, are you aware of the incredible grants offered by RWAV to support your healthcare career dreams?

Our grants cover training & clinical placement expenses, which can open doors to rural health experiences.

Explore here:
https://t.co/7uleTZUSUF
https://t.co/3EkbUsL0GK

[Wimmera CMA @wimmeracma]

📷Calling all bird experts for help! A staff member was out in the field recently and came across these feathers, but we aren't able to confirm what species they're from. The larger feather is approx 37cm. Suggestions? They were found along MacKenzie River near Brimpaen, Vic.

[Australian Institute of Health and Welfare @aihw]

It's #WorldDiabetesDay! 1 in 6 women who gave birth in 2020–21 were diagnosed with gestational diabetes. See more https://t.co/TwnvcCfFhs

@DiabetesAus #WorldDiabetesDay2023 #diabetes

[BBC World Service @bbcworldservice]

An historic US$17 billion child welfare settlement for Canada’s indigenous children will start being paid out in 2024 says @cblackst https://t.co/8LM70DbZZ8

[Victorian Department of Health @VicGovDH]

Are you having an allergic reaction?

Do you need medical treatment today and can’t get an appointment with your GP?

There are a range of free medical services in your area, find them here: https://t.co/zUxFQ2NM9j

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[Aus J Primary Health @AusJPrimHealth]

How did #physical function change for rural patients who were unable to attend structured #exercise groups due to #Covid-19 restrictions? Details online now from Jake Romein and Jaclyn Bishop
https://t.co/ekxPYfS6xY

[simonrosenberg.bsky.social @simon_rosenberg]

“The Hamas attack was appalling.
But anyone who is not also concerned about what the Israelis are now inflicting on the Palestinians in #Gaza needs to look in the ethical mirror” - Mark Kenny #insiders #auspol

[Dr Rachel Clarke @doctor_oxford]

Still reeling from this horrific evidence from Prof John Edmunds at the Covid Inquiry yesterday.

In refusing to lockdown in autumn 2020, Boris Johnson was responsible for up to 25,000 Covid deaths by ignoring the experts & evidence.

It’s sickening 😔

[Aus J Primary Health @AusJPrimHealth]

People with #diabetes in rural areas face added burden - see this critical #realist exploration of the issues affecting engagement https://t.co/EgpxCvl17v

[Australian Institute of Health and Welfare @aihw]

Australia has the second highest population born overseas in the OECD, double the average. 🌐 Learn more in Australia's welfare 2023 https://t.co/FO5bIASIdj

#AustraliasWelfare #AusWelfare #OzWelfare #OECD

[Dr Meena Rafiq @DrMeenaRafiq]

🩸Commonly used blood tests can improve assessment of post-test cancer risk in patients with abdominal symptoms. This could assist GPs in prioritising patients with vague symptoms who need referral 👩🏻‍⚕️ 🧑‍⚕️. Work from my PhD @UCL_BSH @GLyratzopoulos @MattBarclay89 @CRUKresearch

[Australian Institute of Health and Welfare @aihw]

1 in 5 women and 1 in 8 men aged 16–85 have experienced high to very high psychological distress. Learn more https://t.co/tc7wTz8KUe

For support, contact @LifelineAust on 13 11 14.

@beyondblue #mentalhealth #psychologicaldistress

[Jocelyne Basseal @JocelyneBasseal]

Thank you Andrew Green for the opportunity to contribute to an obituary for Prof Mary-Louise McLaws in @TheLancet

A beautiful tribute, thank you.

https://t.co/KKvpQ3q9Pb

@ShSalmon @syd_health @Sydney_ID @Mark_Butler_MP @UNSWMedicine @Globalbiosec