Please bring to the attention of all doctors – On 24 June 2026, the first case of High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1) in South Australia was confirmed in a migratory bird at Knights Beach.
SISTAQUIT is a wrap-around support for pregnant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who want to quit smoking/vaping. SISTAQUIT are offering free health professional training (CPD Points available). This is available for healthcare providers, GP’s, Pracititioners and Health Workers.
Information to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to complete the Census and understand how Census data supports communities.
Welcome to the June edition of the NACCHO SH & BBV Newsletter – a great source for updates, practice insights and sector aligned resources to support ongoing excellence in sexual health and blood borne viruses client care and professional development.
On the 4th June, the South Australian Labor Government delivered its 2026-27 State Budget. AHSCA has summarised what this budget likely means for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, communities and community-controlled organsations in South Australia.
From 1 July 2026, new assignment of benefit (AoB) arrangements come into effect. These changes affect how services confirm that a patient has agreed to assign their Medicare benefit for a bulk billed service.
A practical checklist to help ACCHO clinics in South Australia prepare for and respond to diphtheria, covering readiness, infection control, and staff actions.
A simple guide to diphtheria, including symptoms, spread, prevention, and why vaccination is important.
Social, emotional and cultural wellbeing online resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. When we look after our body we are also looking after our mental health. Eating well, staying fit, getting enough sleep and staying away from alcohol and other drugs are all ways for us to stay strong. Find resources here on looking after our body.
A collection of resources to support local diphtheria responses from the Australian Centre for Disease Control. Health services, community organisations and media outlets can download, share or adapt these to suit local needs and capacity.
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Ageing and Aged Care Council (NATSIAACC) joint statement with AHCSA and other peaks in regards to overdue action required on First Nations Aged Care Reform.
This newsletter provides an update on current and upcoming developments and initiatives for Public Health at AHCSA and across the Community Control Sector, from state-level coordination and advocacy through to practical support for member services and communities.
