Health services are made up of medical professionals, organisations and additional health care workers who provide medical care to those in need. Health services assist patients, families, communities, and populations. These services are centred around making health care accessible, high quality and patient centred.
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Heartfelt thanks to nurses who work across so many settings in the important field!
The World Day for Safety and Health at Work is celebrated annually on 28 April to promote the prevention of occupational accidents and diseases globally. It is an awareness-raising campaign intended to focus international attention on the magnitude of the problem and on how promoting and creating a safety and health culture can help reduce the number of work-related deaths and injuries.
Anaesthetic Technicians support the anaesthetist in preparing clients and equipment for operating theatres but can also be found in other clinical practice including emergency departments, intensive care units and day surgery clinics.
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First aid is the first and immediate assistance given to any person suffering from either a minor or serious illness or injury, with care provided to preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, or to promote recovery. The first responder will perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) while waiting for an ambulance, as well as treatment of minor conditions.
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A mental health worker works alongside people who are living with mental illness, their families and friends. Day to day they assist clients to meet their individual goals and navigate health services.
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Youth Workers promote the personal and social development of young people. Youth Workers often provide young people a voice and advocate on their behalf.
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National Close the Gap Day aims to raise awareness about the health and life expectancy gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
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Harmony Week (15-21 March) celebrates the cohesive and inclusive nature of our diverse nation. Schools, community groups and organisations across Australia host Harmony Week events.
Education Support is a fulfilling and varied role working alongside a teacher in a classroom, supporting students to develop new skills by applying teaching and learning strategies.
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Dental Assistants are responsible for assisting the dentist, preparing for surgery, processing and sterilising of the instruments and cleaning the surgery. They help maintain high standards of infection control and can assist with practice administration.
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Early childhood educators support an approved learning framework, managing children’s wellbeing, learning and development. Programs will include any form of educational curriculum that serves children in the preschool years to promote improved performance in later school years.
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