Gold Coast Primary Health Network - GCPHN

Gold Coast Primary Health Network - GCPHN Primary Health Networks (PHNs) is a not for profit organisation funded by the Australian Government Department of Health.

Gold Coast Primary Health Network has the the key objective of increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services for patients, particularly those at risk of poor health outcomes, and improving coordination of care to ensure patients receive the right care in the right place at the right time.

06/07/2026

Diphtheria is a vaccine-preventable disease that helps to prevent severe infections, and the further spread of the disease.

If you live locally or are visiting an area with a current outbreak, you may be wondering what diphtheria is? 🤔 A video explainer is available from The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.

📢 To check your children’s vaccination status, use your online Medicare account through the myGov website or app. To stay protected against diphtheria, speak to your GP or visit a free community immunisation clinic 🩺

03/07/2026

⏰ The countdown is on to the ASICS Gold Coast Marathon this weekend! 🎈👏

Whether you're racing, volunteering, cheering friends and family or just soaking up our beach views, you'll be celebrating community, resilience and staying active if you're here with us on the GC 🏅🌅

📢 Regular physical activity can improve heart health, strengthen muscles and bones, support mental wellbeing and reduce the risk of chronic disease. You don't need to run a marathon to be a winner - every step counts 🚶‍♀️‍➡️🫀🏃‍♀️‍➡️

Best of luck to everyone 💫 and here's to making choices for a healthier life💪

📍 Curious about road closures? https://lnkd.in/gnP9Zqa7
💡 Our efforts to support a healthy community: https://gcphn.org.au/

Gold Coast Marathon

01/07/2026

Targeted menopause and perimenopause care is expanding on the Gold Coast 🌅💖

Women are set to benefit from enhanced support through the expansion of the Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic under the Australian Government's Women's Health Package from today ♀️🙌

“The continued funding of the Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic at Benowa is deeply important,” shares our CEO, Angi Bissell.

“As a woman, I recognise how many in my generation, and those before us, navigated these conditions without the understanding or care they deserved. This investment not only improves access for women experiencing perimenopause and menopause today, but it also helps change the story for those who follow.”

👉 Read more: https://gcphn.org.au/menopause-perimenopause-care-expands-gold-coast/

25/06/2026

A simple bowel test could save your life 💩 If you’re 45 to 74, request yours today. It’s free, easy to do and can detect the early signs of bowel cancer. Chat to your GP or order online at ncsr.gov.au

Flu spreads easily and can cause serious illness.The flu vaccine is free for all Queenslanders aged 6 months and over.Ch...
24/06/2026

Flu spreads easily and can cause serious illness.
The flu vaccine is free for all Queenslanders aged 6 months and over.

Children aged 2 to 5 (before they turn 6) can now get their flu vaccine as a needle-free nasal spray.

Vaccination helps reduce your risk of severe illness and hospitalisation, and protects the people around you.

You can get vaccinated through your GP, pharmacy or a community immunisation clinic located in Pacific Pines, Carrara, Elanora, Southport, Nerang, and Robina.

Let’s protect what matters. Search ‘flu facts qld’ or visit the website to find out more 🔗 vaccinate.initiatives.qld.gov.au/what-to-vaccinate-against/influenza

21/06/2026

Did you know heart disease often develops without obvious symptoms?

Your age, blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, smoking status, family history and lifestyle are just some of the things that can affect your risk.

👉 If you’re aged 30 or over, talk to your GP about a Heart Health Check.

Small steps now can make a big difference later ❤️

19/06/2026

Did you know two in three Australian men wait too long when something changes?

It's Men's Health Week - and small steps like booking a check‑in with your GP, staying connected with others, and accessing trusted advice can make a real difference 🤎

Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gsUjX3rC and get connected with relevant services today: https://lnkd.in/g7K_qzrZ

19/06/2026

Bowel Cancer waits for no one... so why wait for your screening kit?

The screening age for bowel cancer was lowered to 45 years in 2024.

Aged 50 to 74? you'll receive a screening kit in the mail every 2 years as part of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program.

Aged 45-49? You can opt-in early and start receiving kits sooner: https://ncsr.gov.au/boweltest

Disaster recovery is about more than rebuilding infrastructure.At our recent Disaster Recovery and Resilience Workshop, ...
17/06/2026

Disaster recovery is about more than rebuilding infrastructure.

At our recent Disaster Recovery and Resilience Workshop, participants explored the connection between disasters and domestic and family violence, and the role communities, services and bystanders can play in recognising warning signs and supporting those at risk.

Thank you to Shaan Ross-White from Be There Group for delivering such an insightful and thought-provoking presentation.

👉 Swipe through to read participant reflections…

Are you a health professional or work in the recovery space? Join our next disaster recovery and resilience event: a special screening of ‘Floodland’, which explores the Lismore floods. Register: https://gcphn.org.au/events/disaster-recovery-and-resilience-screening-of-floodland-followed-by-discussion-with-dr-rebecca-mcnaught/

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4226

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