Tamworth Aboriginal Medical Service

22/08/2022

12/08/2022

A Huge thank you to the Cronulla Sharks for donating a set of playing jerseys to our Organisation to help with promotional days TAMS will be having in the future.

Thank you to the three players Braydon Trindall, Luke Metcalf and Kayal Iro who popped in for the presentation and to have some photos done with Staff and Community.

Thank you to all involved in getting the Jumpers and players to our Organisation in a short period of time, it is muchly appreciated.

Best of luck in the footy tonight 🙋🏼‍♀️

05/08/2022

NSW Health has been notified of two cases of meningococcal disease in people who attended the 2022 Splendour in the Grass festival.

Although the disease is uncommon, it can be severe, so we are urging people who attended the event in the North Byron Parklands on 21 – 24 July to be alert to the symptoms of meningococcal disease and act immediately if they appear.

Sadly, as reported earlier today, one of these cases was a man in his 40s from Sydney who died with the disease. NSW Health expresses its sincere condolences to his loved ones.

If you suspect symptoms of meningococcal disease, please contact a doctor immediately.

• Symptoms of meningococcal disease are non-specific but include:
o sudden onset of fever
o headache
o neck stiffness
o joint pain
o a rash of red-purple spots or bruises
o dislike of bright lights
o nausea and vomiting.

• Young children may have less specific symptoms, these may include:
o irritability
o difficulty waking
o high-pitched crying
o refusal to eat.

• Not all of the symptoms may be present at once.

So far this year, there have been 15 cases of meningococcal disease reported in NSW.

While meningococcal disease is now uncommon thanks to vaccination, it can occur year round. We tend to see increases in late winter and early spring, with children under five and 15 to 25-year-olds at the greatest risk of contracting the disease.

Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself, your loved ones and community from the harmful effects of meningococcal disease.

Under the National Immunisation Program, meningococcal ACWY (Men ACWY) vaccine is provided free for babies at 12 months, adolescents, and people of all ages with certain medical conditions. In NSW, the adolescent dose is delivered through the school vaccination program in Year 10.

As of 1 July 2020, Aboriginal children up to the age of two years, and people with certain medical conditions, can also access free meningococcal B (Men B) vaccine. All children from six weeks of age can have the Men B vaccine to reduce the risk of infection.

For more information on vaccination or symptoms, transmission, risks and treatment of Meningococcal, see the NSW Health website: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/meningococcal_disease.aspx

If you require further information, please contact your local Public Health Unit on 1300 066 055.

04/08/2022

Do you really know what’s in your v**e? 💨

There’s no safe v**e.

Besides ni****ne, v**es contain many other harmful substances. Formaldehyde, arsenic and lead have all been found inside common v**es.

These are toxic chemicals and may lead to serious health issues including cancer. 🧪

Vapes may also include flavouring that’s safe in food and drinks but not safe when inhaled.

These days it seems like va**ng is everywhere, but how much do we really know about e-cigarettes, v**es and v**e juices?

Join Dr Karl Kruszelnicki as he uncovers the truth visit www.v**etruths.initiatives.qld.gov.au

04/08/2022

Today is National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day, dedicated to celebrating our children.

Hear from this year's Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day Ambassador Thomas Mayor about the 2022 theme and how to get involved: https://buff.ly/3oSOLLQ

Children’s Day is a time for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities and all Australians, to celebrate the strengths and culture of our children. It is an opportunity for us to show our support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, as well as learn about the crucial impact that culture, family and community play in the life of every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child.

Children’s Day has been run annually since 1988 and is the initiative of SNAICC – National Voice for our Children.

Why is it important?

The majority of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children are thriving and growing up strong in their cultures, with support from their families and communities.

However, a significant number of our children continue to face ongoing challenges stemming from colonisation and its effects. This includes discrimination, poverty, systemic removal, intergenerational trauma, dislocation from land and culture, and community disempowerment.

To achieve equality, we must approach these challenges through a holistic approach, considering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children’s wellbeing, safety and development.

05/07/2022

Happy NAIDOC WEEK

Please be advised that TAMS will be closed for the NAIDOC March and celebrations on Friday 8th July.

Please join us for the celebrations at Bicentennial Park.

We will reopen again on Monday 11th July at 9am.

If you experience any illness than please call 000 or present to the ED at Tamworth Hospital.

03/07/2022

29/06/2022

NACCHO urges all Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) to check if eligible patients are correctly registered through Services Australia’s Health Professional Online Services (HPOS). This may also include working with your local community pharmacy/s to see who has received a CTG warning code.

Must be registered correctly with Services Australia as of 1 July 2022 to continue to claim benefits for medicine scripts, through the Closing the Gap (CTG) Pharmacy Benefits Scheme (PBS) program.

For further information about the CTG PBS program click here: https://bit.ly/3MF7nZ8

We urge you to please do share this across all your networks.

Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health and Community Services Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation Inc AH&MRC of NSW AHCSA - Aboriginal Health Council of South Australia Aboriginal Health Council of Western Australia - AHCWA Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance Northern Territory RACGP

12/06/2022

Don’t forget our Services is not open today due to the Public Holiday.

Will see you tomorrow at 9am.

Please if you are travelling today stay safe on our roads and make it home safe and sound 🙋🏼‍♀️