Key findings from ‘Conversations on the Couch’ in Berrigan, Deniliquin, and Jerilderie
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network recently visited Berrigan, Deniliquin, and Jerilderie as part of the ‘Conversations on the Couch’ program highlighting the resilience of these communities in addressing common health challenges.
Shining a light on loneliness
Loneliness Awareness Week, taking place from 5 to 11 August, aims to highlight the impact of loneliness and social isolation on mental health and encourage community initiatives to foster connection and support.
Stay protected during flu season: make a health plan today
With the flu season well underway, Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) encourages people living with serious health conditions to take proactive steps to safeguard their health.
Let’s chat about health: Leeton's Conversations on the Couch
Leeton residents 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.
Coffee and chats: Narrandera's Conversations on the Couch
Narrandera residents 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.
Homelessness Week Expo: food, services and health checks for locals in need
Locals experiencing food insecurity or homelessness will have access to fresh food, health care services, and local community support resources at the upcoming Homelessness Week Expo in Wagga Wagga.
Timely assistance: food relief pop up for Leeton
People experiencing food insecurity will have the opportunity to replenish their supplies at an upcoming Foodbank pop-up event in Leeton.
Seniors urged to protect their health this winter
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is urging seniors to protect themselves from respiratory illnesses such as influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) this winter.
CEO appointed: new leader for MPHN
The firsthealth Board has announced today Stewart Gordon will commence in the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) role at Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) from 29 July 2024, following a highly competitive recruitment process.
Men’s Health Week: keep your body in good working order
This Men's Health Week 2024, Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is encouraging men to take better care of their health by booking a check-up with their general practitioner.
Chatting about health: Wagga Wagga's Conversations on the Couch
Wagga Wagga residents 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.
Let’s talk health: Griffith's Conversations on the Couch
Residents of Griffith 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.
Coffee and chats: Coolamon's Conversations on the Couch
Residents of Coolamon 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.
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.