Creating a healthier, better connected Gippsland.

Alcohol and other drugs

The Challenge

The alcohol-related death rate across Gippsland is the highest in Victoria

GPs in Gippsland have reported:

  • consulting a drug related patient at least once per week
  • contacting specialists for advice on treating drug-related issues multiple times per week
  • they’d like more education and resources around AOD related issues

The Solution

A platform with Evidence-Based Resources created by Health Professionals for Health Professionals!

What can I expect?

Training and resources covering:

  • knowledge and implementation of AOD referral pathways in the Gippsland region
  • building rapport and trust quickly with AOD patients
  • a holistic approach to AOD treatment (Physical, psychological and emotional treatment)
  • medication available for GPs to prescribe

Benefits of using the AOD platform?

  • Access four online modules covering targeted content areas tailored to Gippsland Health Professionals
  • All content is evidence-based
  • Easy to access in your own time
  • Each module takes approximately 20 minutes to complete
  • Earn CPD points

How do I get started?

Scan the QR code and fill out the form to express your interest

You’ll receive an email with your platform access details

The platform will accessible from 1 July!

Our locations

Main office

11 Seymour Street, Traralgon, Gunaikurnai Country

13 McBride Avenue, Wonthaggi, Bunurong Country

119 Main Street, Bairnsdale, Gunaikurnai Country

Call 03 5175 5444

Email
info@gphn.org.au

Gippsland PHN is committed to providing inclusive services and work environments where people of all backgrounds, sexualities, genders, cultures, spiritual beliefs, age, bodies and abilities are valued, supported and celebrated.

Gippsland PHN acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners of country throughout Gippsland, and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to them and their cultures, and to elders both past and present.

We also recognise, respect and affirm the central role played in our work by people with lived experience, their families and/or carers.

Gippsland PHN acknowledges Alfie Hudson for the healing circles artwork. Alfie is a Gunai Kurnai man and created this artwork which represents health professionals being committed to work in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members for the best health outcomes.

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