Marking 30 years of primary healthcare
Last week, on the 17 May 2024, firsthealth Limited operating as Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) marked a significant milestone - 30 years of commitment to primary healthcare.
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network urges pharmacists to enlist in ASPIRE trial
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is inviting local pharmacists to join a directory of credentialled pharmacists as part of a study assessing medication reviews after patients leave hospital.
Temora talks healthcare: insights from ‘Conversations’
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) would like to thank Temora residents who came along and discussed their community’s health needs at the recent Conversations on the Couch event.
National Rural Health Commissioner tours local Collaborative Care project
The Rural Doctors Network (RDN) recently hosted National Rural Health Commissioner Professor Ruth Stewart on a tour of the Collaborative Care project spanning the Snowy Valleys and Gundagai areas.
Keep your guard up: get vaccinated against flu and COVID-19
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is urging community members to book a flu and COVID-19 vaccination with their GP or pharmacist as soon as possible.
Conversations on the Couch coming to Berrigan, Deniliquin and Jerilderie
Residents of Berrigan, Deniliquin and Jerilderie are invited to participate in shaping the future of their community's health by attending Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN)’s upcoming Conversations on the Couch sessions.
Bringing specialist diabetes care to the Murrumbidgee
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN), in collaboration with St Vincent's Health Network Sydney and Murrumbidgee Local Health District, is excited to announce a new initiative helping improve access to specialist diabetes care in the region.
Sit down for a chat: Temora's Conversations on the Couch
Residents of Temora are invited to participate in shaping the future of their community's health by attending Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN)’s upcoming Conversations on the Couch session.
Heartfelt success: 12 months of outreach care
The Outreach Heart Failure Diagnostic Clinic is proud to mark its 12-month anniversary, celebrating a year of significant achievements. The clinic is part of Murrumbidgee Collaborative Commissioning’s Living Well, Your Way initiative and is a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation in healthcare delivery.
MPHN appears before Special Commission of Inquiry
Yesterday, Tuesday 19 March 2024, MPHN’s Acting CEO Narelle Mills, and Senior Advisor – Policy, Strategy and Innovation Melissa Neal, appeared before the Special Commission of Inquiry into Healthcare Funding in Wagga Wagga.
Celebrating 30 years of primary healthcare
firsthealth Limited who delivers the Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network, is celebrating 30 years of the organisation’s role in primary healthcare. The organisation’s history dates back to July 1993, when it was established as the Wagga Wagga & District Division of General Practice.
Murrumbidgee Local Response Group secures top honours at NSW LiFE Awards
The Murrumbidgee Local Response Group, a collaborative effort involving Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN), Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), NSW Police, NSW Ambulance and Wellways, has clinched a prestigious accolade at this year's NSW LiFE Awards, hosted by Suicide Prevention Australia.
Thriving in your golden years: Senior’s Week expo in Wagga Wagga
Unlock the secrets to healthy ageing at Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network’s (MPHN) inaugural Wise + Well Expo in Wagga Wagga.
Subtle symptoms to be aware of this Ovarian Cancer Month
February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness about ovarian cancer and addressing the challenges faced by people who have been diagnosed, along with their partners and families.
Embrace the red: February heart health awareness
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) proudly endorses Heart Health Month this February, urging the local community to ‘embrace the red’ and unite against heart disease.
Thanking our primary health care nurses
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is thrilled to mark the inaugural Primary Health Care Nurses Day today, expressing wholehearted support for the region’s primary care nurses.
Come along to our Wise + Well Expo, part of Senior’s Week
Come along to our Wise + Well Expo, part of Senior’s Week
Mental health milestone: local provider to operate new service
The establishment of new adult mental health services in the region is one step closer after Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) announced the signing of a provider for the Medicare Mental Health Centres, which will provide a new way for adult Australians to access free, quality mental health care.
Applications open: study subsidies offered to help boost NSW health workforce
From today, NSW University students enrolled in healthcare degrees can apply for up to $12,000 in subsidies to support them in their studies.
Changes to MPHN Leadership
The firsthealth Board has announced today that Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network’s (MPHN) CEO Melissa Neal has made the extremely difficult decision to step down from her position to better balance the needs of her young family.