National Suicide Prevention Trial – Insights and Impact report

The National Suicide Prevention Trial was an initiative funded by the Commonwealth Government in 12 different sites across Australia over a 5 year timeframe.  Each of the trials was led by a local primary health network and aimed to improve the evidence base around effective suicide prevention strategies for priority population groups and the broader … Continued

What is a PHN? (flyer – 6 languages)

Primary Health Networks (PHNs) are organisations funded by the Australian Government. There are 31 PHNs in Australia and 6 of these are in Victoria. Their role is to improve the health of people who live in their region. Each PHN might do this differently as the needs and health of the community in each region … Continued

About our General Practice Improvement Program

Our aim is to strengthen primary care to deliver integrated person-centred care that is comprehensive, accessible, safe and coordinated. Our new model has three modules of engagement. Your level of engagement will depend on your needs.

Guidelines for Shared Maternity Care Affiliates 2021

These Guidelines have been developed for the provision of shared maternity care between The Royal Women’s Hospital, Mercy Public Hospitals Incorporated, Western Health and Northern Health (the Hospitals) and shared maternity care affiliates credentialed at these hospitals.

Looking after your mental health and wellbeing A3 poster

The new ‘Looking after your mental health’ guide explains the types of mental health support available in the community. Visit nwmphn.org.au/mymentalhealth to learn more.

Looking after your mental health and wellbeing guide

The new ‘Looking after your mental health’ guide explains the types of mental health support available in the community. Visit nwmphn.org.au/mymentalhealth to learn more.

COVID-19 vaccine daily stock tally sheet for general practice

A handy sheet for practices to record their daily stock of COVID-19 vaccines.

North Western Melbourne PHN Needs Assessment Report November 2020

North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) is committed to continually improving primary health care for all communities in the region. As part of this commitment, we undertake regular, evidence-based assessment of the region to identify gaps and opportunities in health and service needs. Our Health Needs Assessment (HNA) is a comprehensive compilation of health … Continued

National Cancer Screening Register – Health Care Provider Portal Quick Start Guide

The National Cancer Screening Register (NCSR) has released a Healthcare Provider Portal to enable providers to access and submit bowel and cervical screening data electronically.

My Health My Voice – February 2021

Our community newsletter, My Health My Voice, will keep you updated about the work of North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN), local services available to you and local health events.