My Health My Voice November 2024
Issue 44 | November 2024
‘What is NWMPHN?’ New animations explain our role
North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) has created three new animations that explain, in simple terms, our role in health care and the community.
The videos, produced alongside Punchy Digital Media, are titled:
- What is primary health care?
- What is NWMPHN?
- How does NWMPHN work with its community to make health care better?
The health care system can be hard to understand, but these animations aim to help viewers see how primary care fits into the bigger picture.
The videos also explain who what NWMPHN is and what it does for local people and the organisations with which it works.
The third animation focuses on People Bank, our register of residents willing to help improve the health of people in the north, west and central Melbourne area.
Each video will now be translated and voiced in five other languages. Click below to view them on our YouTube channel.
Community update
Cooling off: exploring the use of community cooling centres during heatwaves
As temperatures rise and we experience more extreme heat events, places such as air-conditioned libraries, shopping centres and community centres offer a place for people to cool down.
Such places are sometimes known as ‘cooling centres’ and the National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) wants to know more about what older Victorians think about them, how they use them, and how heatwaves affect their health.
NARI call it the Cooling Off project.
If you are 65 or older, you’re invited to take part in the project by completing a short survey. If you want, you can also talk about the subject in more detail in a 45-60 minute interview. For more information please click here.
Need mental health support? Head to Health can help
Whether you are looking for mental health support for yourself, someone you care about, or just trying to improve your wellbeing, Head to Health is a great place to start.
Head to Health is a government-funded service that helps you find the mental health and wellbeing services that are right for you. It makes it easier to navigate and choose the most suitable care options, whether that’s face-to-face, via phone, or online.
You can take the Head to Health quiz, call 1800 595 212, visit in person or www.headtohealth.gov.au You can also watch this video.
New resources to help patients through surgical journey
The Victorian Government has launched the My Surgical Journey website to help patients know what to expect before, during and after surgery.
It contains resources to guide people through each stage of the process, from initial conversations and decision-making through to recovery.
The site includes clear information in several languages, explainer videos, and checklists.
Recipe
This recipe has been provided by Meme Westney, Commissioning Improvement and Engagement Manager at NWMPHN.
Ingredients:
Salad:
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Dressing:
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Method:
For the salad:
- Boil the potatoes: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potato pieces and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until tender but still holding their shape. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Boil the eggs: Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the eggs and cook for 9-10 minutes. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of cold water to cool. Once cooled, peel and quarter the eggs.
- Cook the bacon: Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced bacon and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon from the pan and set aside.
- Prepare the onions: In the same pan, lightly sauté the spring onions/shallots for 1-2 minutes to soften. Remove from heat and set aside.
For the dressing:
- Mix the dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, wholegrain mustard, balsamic vinegar, and the grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
Assembly:
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, bacon, eggs and spring onions.
- Pour the dressing over the potato mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients.
Want to get more involved?
Our People Bank is a register of people who would like to help us to improve the health of people in north western Melbourne.
