Supporting mental health and wellbeing for farming communities in Griffith and surrounds
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) has organised free farmer health and lifestyle assessments at the 2021 Riverina Field Days, made possible with funding from the Australian Government’s ‘Empowering Our Communities’ initiative to support mental health and wellbeing in drought affected communities.
MPHN hears about health concerns in Hanwood and surrounding communities
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) held the second Conversations on the Couch session for 2021 at the Hanwood Village Store on Thursday 30 April, where a total of twelve people took the opportunity to share their health experiences and concerns.
Phase 2a COVID-19 vaccinations commencing this week
From today, Monday, 3 May 2021 anyone over the age of 50 is eligible to receive their COVID-19 vaccine from one of five vaccination hubs in the Murrumbidgee region under the National Covid-19 Vaccination Rollout.
Have your say about health in Bland, Temora and Junee LGAs
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is providing locals living in the Local Government Areas of Bland, Temora and Junee an opportunity to share their stories about health in an effort to better support the community’s health needs.
Have your say about health in Berrigan, Federation and Greater Hume LGAs
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is providing locals living in the Local Government Areas of Berrigan, Federation and Greater Hume an opportunity to share their stories about health in an effort to better support the community’s health needs.
Reduce risk of seasonal flu
With flu vaccines now available from general practices and pharmacies, Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is encouraging people to consider getting a flu shot this year to reduce their risk of contracting the seasonal flu this winter.
MPHN hears about health concerns in Harden and surrounding communities
A total of 14 people shared their health experiences and concerns last Thursday with Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network’s (MPHN) Conversations on the Couch session at DJ’s on Neil in Harden and during a meeting at the Men’s Shed.
NSW Youth Week activities underway across the Murrumbidgee
Murrumbidgee PHN (MPHN) in partnership with the Australian Government has been delivering the Empowering our Communities (EOC) initiative across the Murrumbidgee region for the past two years, supporting rural communities as they deal with the uncertainty, stress and anxiety of drought.
25 new local general practices now providing COVID-19 vaccinations
An additional 25 general practices in the Murrumbidgee region will commence administering COVID-19 vaccinations this week, as part of the phased on boarding of 67 practices across the region.
Have your say about health in Griffith, Carrathool and Hay LGAs
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is providing locals living in the Local Government Areas of Griffith, Carrathool and Hay an opportunity to share their stories about health in an effort to better support the community’s health needs.
Additional 15 local general practices now providing COVID-19 vaccinations
An additional 15 general practices in the Murrumbidgee region will commence administering COVID-19 vaccinations this week, as part of Phase 1b of the Australian Government’s COVID-19 vaccination rollout.
These practices will join the current 27 GP’s and five Vaccination Hubs offering the vaccine locally, as the phased on-boarding of 70 practices across the Murrumbidgee region continues.
More general practices now providing COVID-19 vaccinations
Another 13 general practices will commence giving COVID-19 vaccinations this week as part of the phased on-boarding of 70 practices across the Murrumbidgee region.
Phase 1b of COVID-19 vaccination to commence across the Murrumbidgee
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) has confirmed Phase 1b of the COVID-19 vaccination rollout will commence in general practice across the Murrumbidgee region next week.
Nearly $100,000 delivered to support bushfire affected communities
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) has delivered $94,450 in grants to assist bushfire affected communities as part of its second round of Bushfire Recovery Grants, and the third round of grant applications now open.
MPHN preparing updated Health Needs Assessment for the region
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is seeking community and consumer feedback over the coming months as it prepares an updated Health Needs Assessment (HNA) for the Murrumbidgee region.
Temporary change in leadership
MPHN CEO Melissa Neal will commence maternity leave next month to welcome a new baby into her family. During Melissa’s period of leave MPHN’s Board has appointed Julie Redway as Acting CEO.
Regional mental health plan released
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) and the Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) have released the final version of a three-year plan to improve mental health, suicide prevention, and alcohol and other drug services in the region.
Mental health support diaries now available
To mark the one-year anniversary of the 2019-20 bushfires, Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) has released a 2021 diary, full of helpful information about mental health and wellbeing. The diary is free to people living in the Murrumbidgee region.
MPHN 2020 Annual Report now available
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) has released its 2020 Annual Report showcasing the range of programs, initiatives and strategies delivered over the last 12 months.
Aboriginal health regional plan released
Following from the recent NAIDOC Week, the Murrumbidgee Aboriginal Health Consortium (The Consortium) has released a three-year plan to improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in the Murrumbidgee region.