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APNA - The Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association

A news and education podcast for Australian Nurses, working together towards a healthier Australia. Proudly presented by APNA, the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association. read less
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Ep 66. The Calling 📞
Jan 15 2024
Ep 66. The Calling 📞
The first installment of Nursing Australia for 2024 is here! Dive into Season 4 of Australia's favourite nursing podcast with The Calling. Step inside the world of two nurses as they share their inspiring journeys, navigating and transitioning  nursing. Plus, in the latest healthcare news: STI spike, new year vaping reforms, and mycoplasma trending up.The latest Nursing Australia News (01:01) STI spike, new year vaping reforms, and mycoplasma trending up.Segment 1. Transition to Practice: Sophie's Story (03:00) Sophie is a Nurse Practitioner working in General Practice. With the assistance of APNA's Transition to Practice Program  (TPP), her mentor Helen, and a desire to pursue a career with compassion, Sophie went from international student to RN to NP. Segment 2. Kate's Story (16:53) Producer Leith was in Norseman in remote Western Australia recently and met Kate. Kate is a nurse and moonlights as the local school chaplain. This is Kate's story.About Norseman: a small town in the Goldfields region of WA. Situated 800km east of Perth, it is home to dry salt lakes, red dirt, native fauna and a very hot climate. It's the last town before the SA border.  Next time on Nursing Australia (30:31)The podcast will return to the first Monday of every month from February 5, 2024.Handy links: Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly e-newsletter) Discover APNA's Transition to Practice Program  Check out APNA's latest online learning modules HERE  Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
Ep 65. The Last Dose for 2023 💉 💊
Dec 3 2023
Ep 65. The Last Dose for 2023 💉 💊
In the final episode for 2023 meet Alex Berge a young midwife and nurse from Western Australia; and assisting patients in navigating the world of upper-GI cancers. Plus, in the latest healthcare news: saline contamination alert, COVID Christmas relief, and delayed umbilical clamping for 'prems'. The latest Nursing Australia News (02:10) Saline contamination alert, COVID Christmas relief, and delayed umbilical clamping for 'prems'. Segment 1: Alex's Story (03:55) Alex Berge is a midwife and nurse from Western Australia. She grew up on a sheep and wheat farm, moved to Perth for her studies, then to Sydney for her graduate placement. Now she’s back in WA and has big plans to see more of Australia and go back out bush. She’s passionate about primary health and education, child health and midwifery, and is driven by an enthusiasm to be involved and contribute. Alex caught up for coffee with lifelong friend and our producer, Leith. She’s generously shared with us her journey so far and valuable lessons and values she’s learnt along the way. This is Alex's story.  Segment 2: Upper-GI Cancers (16:42) Deep dive into the world of upper-gastrointestinal (upper-GI) cancers, as we shine a spotlight on the perhaps most enigmatic yet formidable foes – pancreatic cancer. Meet Tiffany Dobson from Pancare Foundation as we discuss treatment, rates and access to services.  Next time on Nursing Australia (23:13)The podcast will return for it's forth year on Monday January 15 2024. Happy holidays, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Southern Hemisphere Summer 🌟🕎🎄Handy links: Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly e-newsletter) Discover APNA's latest online learning modules HERE   Pancare Foundation - Fighting cancer? We're here to help  Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
Ep 63. The Colour Purple
Oct 1 2023
Ep 63. The Colour Purple
This episode of Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (02:36) Pharmacists prescribing scope extended, Ballooning demand for Ozempic bites again, and CPR gender bias revealed. 1. Purple House: Sarah's Story (05:25) Meet Sarah Brown, CEO of Purple House. Before the Purple House was established Pintupi people from the Western Desert of Central Australia were forced to leave their country and families to seek treatment for end-stage renal failure in Alice Springs or Darwin. Far from home, they suffered great loneliness and hardship, and weren’t around to pass on cultural knowledge in their communities.  Discover Purple House  #yes23 2. Navigating Medical Abortions (20:40) In 1996, the Australian government stifled access to RU-486. Despite some eventual revisions, barriers to access still remained, until today. The space around abortion care in Australia continues to evolve. So, what is the latest?  The Australian Contraception and Abortion Primary Care Practitioner Support Network (AusCAPPs) is an online community of practice interested in increasing women's access to long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) and medical abortion. GPs, practice nurses and pharmacists are invited to join. There is no cost to do so.  3. Early Detection & Management of CKD (34:38) Early detection and management of chronic kidney disease (CKD), so, how can this preserve vital renal function? What can health professionals and patients do to prevent this silent killer? Access Chronic Disease Management Tools here Kidney Health Australia   Refer your workplace for an APNA Corporate Membership   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  APNA Online Learning Hub   Astra Zeneca's Chronic Disease Management Tools Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
Ep 62. Lungs, Hearts & Minds 🌬️❤️🧠
Sep 3 2023
Ep 62. Lungs, Hearts & Minds 🌬️❤️🧠
This episode of Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (01:00) Virtual reality nursing for remote communities, Letby case spurs inquiry, and unlocking Australia nurse potential.  Segment 1: Asthma Spring Fling (03:38) Lightning may dazzle in the sky, but beneath the clouds, these powerful storms can trigger unexpected health challenges for some. Tune in as we explore the science behind thunderstorm asthma, the connection with allergies, and what you can do to stay safe when the elements collide. Check out the National Asthma Council of Australia by clicking here   Segment 2: Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) Guidelines (12:19) The newest iteration of guidelines for assessing and managing cardiovascular disease risk, and a CVD risk calculator have been launched, marking a major milestone in CVD prevention in the Australian population. Nursing Australia sat down with Jade Cartwright to discuss. Jade is a Chronic Health Nurse working in a North East Victorian Community embedded General Practice. Jade has been operating a nurse led clinic for clients with chronic and complex conditions for 8 years and has a background in critical care, respiratory science and district nursing.Visit cvdcheck.org.au to find out more.  Segment 3: Child Mental Health (20:40) Discover more at: Child Information Sharing Scheme And you can join APNA's online community of practice here The Victorian Government supports the Child Information Sharing Capacity Building Grants Program.  Next time on Nursing Australia (28:30) The General Practice Conference and Exhibition (GPCE) is Australia’s leading CPD event and is well placed to assist you in meeting your CPD requirements. Registration is now open for GPCE Melbourne, where you can earn up to 21 CPD hours on a Session Pass over 3-days.  It’s really, that easy. Register now   APNA Online Learning Hub  Join or Renew your APNA Membership today   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter)  Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
Ep 60. A Nurse, an Academic, a Comedian, and a Festival all walk into a bar...
Jul 2 2023
Ep 60. A Nurse, an Academic, a Comedian, and a Festival all walk into a bar...
A Nurse, an Academic, a Comedian, and a Festival all walk into a bar...Episode 60 of Nursing Australia presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (02:36) Nurses battle addiction, opioid prescribing guidelines, and bargain Uni fees for health professionals. 1. Georgie Caroll & Matt St Ledger reconvene in time for The Festival of Nursing 2023 (04:58) The Festival of Nursing 2023 is looming, and the Nursing Australia team are stoked to be on the bill the whole time. Come and join comedian Georgie Carroll, Matthew St Ledger, Leith Alexander, and hundreds of other nurses at the Festival in Perth 27-29 July. It’s a national nursing conference, SUPERCHARGED! ⚡️⚡️  2. Nurse Spotlight: Lauren's story (18:37) Meet Dr Lauren Lines RN, BN (hons), MN, PhD. Lauren has a background working clinically as a paediatric nurse for almost 10 years in acute medical and surgical environments. Her 2020 PHD, focused on nurses' experiences of responding to child abuse and neglect in child focused settings in Australia. This is some of Lauren's story. 3. Building Nurse Capacity: Wheatbelt Nurse Clinic (31:03) Current care delivery models – from acute to primary health care – are struggling to meet the increasing demands, and health care providers are looking for new and innovative ways to deliver health care. Nurse Clinics are well placed to meet these demands, and Western Australia's Wheatbelt region is reaping the rewards with a very successful nurse-lead clinical model.  Grab your Festival of Nursing tickets here   Join or Renew your APNA Membership today   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
Ep 58. Money in May
Apr 30 2023
Ep 58. Money in May
Money! Money! Money! Dive into the world of personal finance and explore the various ways health professionals can improve their financial literacy. Learn to navigate home buying, sole trading and side hustling! Plus grab the latest in healthcare news: PBS shake-up, Aged Care class action, Mental health probe, and insulin pills on the horizon. Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall   Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger   Nursing Australia Money in May presents:  The latest Nursing Australia News (03:30) PBS shake-up, Aged Care class action, Mental health probe, and insulin pills on the horizon. Segment 1: Money in May (05:48) APNA Member ONLY Portal: Money in May  Segment 2: Refinancing & Mortgages for Nurses (13:24) Listen to Part 2: Refinancing & Mortgages for Nurses here  Segment 3: Side Hustles & Sole Traders (20:35) A nurse's and midwives' guide to tax deductions Next time on Nursing Australia (30:40)  Handy Links: Join or Renew your APNA Membership today  The Festival of Nursing 2023  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Nursing Australia homepage  Disclaimer:  This podcast is for education and information purposes. Any advice offered is general financial advice only, and it doesn’t take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of this, you should consider if the advice is appropriate before acting. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the product disclosure statement and obtain appropriate financial advice, tailored to your needs. Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
Ep 57. Heartbeats
Apr 2 2023
Ep 57. Heartbeats
From the east coast to the west, the team trek through the heart of Oz to bring you Heartbeats.Discover: Remote Area Nursing, promoting healthy hearts, the Festival of Nursing, and the latest in infection prevention & control. Plus, in healthcare news: AHPRA probe stuns, Bird Flu in full flight, D-day for Aged Care, and deadly fungus wreaks havoc. Recorded on location in Moreton Bay, Queensland & East Pilbara, Western Australia.Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall   Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger   The latest Nursing Australia News (04:42) AHPRA probe stuns, Bird Flu in full flight, D-day for Aged Care, and deadly fungus wreaks havoc. Remote Area Nursing in East Pilbara WA (07:12) Meet TJ Howe, a Nurse working in the remote Gibson Desert of Western Australia.Healthy Hearts (17:13) Make a difference and change the future: promoting healthy hearts as a health professional. Check out: hrt.how/heartweek23 What's this Festival of Nursing? (30:03)  The Festival of Nursing 2023 – it’s a national nursing conference, SUPERCHARGED!   Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre, 27-29 July 2023 - Abstracts open now, click here for more You’re invited to join hundreds of nurses from across the country at this one-of-a-kind nursing conference in Perth this July 2023!The latest in IPC guidelines (39:23) RACGP Standards for general practices (5th edition) Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Infection in Healthcare The National Hand Hygiene Initiative manual Communicable Diseases Network Australia’s Australian national guidelines for the management of healthcare workers living with blood-borne viruses and healthcare workers who perform exposure-prone procedures at risk of exposure to blood-borne viruses  Reach out to Nursing Australia  (47:02)  LGBTIQ+ Inclusive Practice in Health Care - online education module Join or Renew your APNA Membership today  Subscribe to The Connect (our wHosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
Ep 56. 3 Women
Mar 5 2023
Ep 56. 3 Women
Nursing Australia presents: 3 Women. In celebration of International Women's Day 2023 3 Remarkable Women join the podcast and deliver the latest in Indigenous Health, share an amazing origin story, and chat immunisation in the West. The latest Nursing Australia News (03:00) Nurses stung by PTSD, AI tech to prevent falls, Aspirin improving prognosis for cancer patients, and the prescription filling 'Hunger Games'. Indigenous Health: An Update (06:04) Natalie Wischer joins the podcast to deliver the latest in Indigenous Health. Natalie has been working in diabetes for the last 20 years which has included 3 years in some of the most remote communities in the country. Natalie tackles current diabetes rates, the ongoing health impacts of colonization and stolen generations, substance abuse & suicide, and health barriers for remote communities. Buckle in for an incredibly informative session…Amazing Nurses: Olayide’s Story (29:55) Dr Olayide re-joins the podcast to delve into her life journey from Nigeria to Australia. A fierce advocate for women impacted by genital mutilation. Discover what drives her to continue her great work in the area of women's health and migrant & refugee health. Olayide is a teacher, researcher, and advocate. This is Olayide’s story.Immunisation in the West  (44:32) Australia’s rates on immunisation are okay but they’re not where they should be, especially in some communities. Meet Palee Holdsworth RN and Senior Program officer at WA Health. Palee met with Nursing Australia producer Leith Alexander to chat about all things immunisation, and what nurses can do to help raise the numbers of patients getting jabs. Next time on Nursing Australia (49:05)  Join or Renew your APNA Membership today   The Festival of Nursing 2023   Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
Ep 55. Excision
Feb 5 2023
Ep 55. Excision
The latest Nursing Australia News (02:52) Barbie drug links with melanoma, mosquito-borne disease on the up, rapid visas for Nurses, and renewal time for professional memberships. Female Genital Mutilation & Cutting (05:43) Female genital mutilation or cutting (FGM/C) is the deliberate cutting or altering of the female genitals without medical indication. These practices are alive and well in Australia and across the developed work, despite illegality.  Dr Olayide Ogunsiji has lead several research projects including caring for women living with female genital mutilation, and is the founder of the African Women's Health & Support Organisation. You can find information on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting on the National Education Toolkit for Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting Awareness website at www.netfa.com.au 1800RESPECT is Australia’s national sexual assault, family and domestic violence counselling service. It provides free, confidential telephone and online counselling and information.  Call 1800 737 732 or go to the 1800RESPECT website at www.1800RESPECT.org.au If you, or someone you know, has been taken overseas for this procedure or you think they are at risk of being taken out of the country for the procedure, call the 24/7 Consular Emergency Centre at 1300 555 135 (from Australia) or +61 2 6261 3304 (from overseas) or contact the nearest Australian overseas mission at dfat.gov.au.  Slip Slop Slap (21:08) Australians were responsible for over 1 million Medicare claims for skin cancer related procedures in 2021. 2 in 3 Australian's will experience skin cancer in their lifetimes. This summer season brings with it a sense of hyper vigilance when it comes to prevention & detection. So, as a health professional what do you do when you notice skin abnormalities in yourself or in patients?  Step inside skin cancer nursing with RN Sarah. Next time on Nursing Australia (31:41)  Renew your APNA Membership or Join Today  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) An introduction to family violence awareness for nurses who work in primary health care Visit Skin Check WA  Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
Ep 51. December 22
Dec 4 2022
Ep 51. December 22
Nursing Australia: December 22 steps inside Christmas in Emergency, checks up on Japanese Encephalitis (JEV), and introducing Nursing Australia: Summer Series, plus the latest healthcare news.The latest Nursing Australia News (01:50) Aged Care providers under fire, Australian Nursing Federation faces suspension, and 'lights out' for smokers. Christmas in ER (04:00) Emergency admission spike 20% over the holidays...why? Step inside the ER and meet RN Erica WinsladeJapanese Encephalitis (20:14) Is this mosquito borne virus COVID 2.0?Introducing Nursing Australia: Summer Series (33:53) Kickstart your Summer with highlights from Australia's premiere Nursing events only on Nursing AustraliaGet your APNA Conference Roadshow Sydney 2022 tickets Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Learning module: An introduction to family violence awareness for nurses who work in primary health care Impacted by DV and/or family violence?  Global Crisis Support Contacts:  AUS: https://www.lifeline.org.au/131114/   AUS: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/   USA: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ UK: https://www.samaritans.org/ NZ: https://www.samaritans.org.nz/ SOUTH KOREA: http://www.counsel24.com/ INDIA: https://icallhelpline.org/   PHILIPPINES: https://doh.gov.ph/NCMH-Crisis-Hotline  SINGAPORE: https://www.sos.org.sg/    TAIWAN: https://www.tsos.org.tw/     Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall   Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger   Credits: Atlantic Records, Fairfax MediaHosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger
Ep50. The Big Five-O
Nov 6 2022
Ep50. The Big Five-O
The 50th episode of Nursing Australia tackles vaccination in pregnancy, hear one person's fascinating journey from law to nursing, and discover Precocious Puberty.  Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall   Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger   Show notes:   The latest Nursing Australia News (01:33) Nursing hours mandate for Aged Care; Magic mushrooms & eating disorders; Maggot therapy; and new scope of practice factsheet. Vaccination in pregnancy & infants (03:27) Plan. Check. Protect.  Did you know that only ~12% of pregnant Australians receive the recommended vaccines in pregnancy?  Want to find out more? Register for a free, live, accredited event on 16 November 2022 from 6-9 PM (1800-2100 hours) AEDT via Zoom. Visit www.vipi.com.au  Law to Nursing: Charlotte's Story (10:33) Check out Charlotte's website , check out: Ridin Free til the end of Time (check page for credits)Precocious Puberty (26:03) Learn more: Precocious puberty  Consumer medicine information: Diphereline  Next time on Nursing Australia (35:14) Other handy links:NMBA Fact sheet - Scope of practice and capabilities of nurses and midwives Get your APNA Conference Roadshow tickets APNA Nursing jobs board  Subscribe to The Connect (our weekly newsletter) Global Crisis Support Contacts: AUS: https://www.lifeline.org.au/131114/  AUS: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/  USA: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ UK: https://www.samaritans.org/ NZ: https://www.samaritans.org.nz/ SOUTH KOREA: http://www.counsel24.com/ INDIA: https://icallhelpline.org/  PHILIPPINES: https://doh.gov.ph/NCMH-Crisis-Hotline  SINGAPORE: https://www.sos.org.sg/   TAIWAN: https://www.tsos.org.tw/    Hosted by: Matthew St Ledger & Mitch Wall Produced by: Leith Alexander & Matthew St Ledger