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The ChronicleR E S O U R C E SRural and RemoteAboriginal and TorresStrait Islander ChronicDisease ConferenceBetter by a Country Mile:Solutions to AboriginalChronic Disease in Rural andRemote AustraliaGreater Western Area Health Service, Maari MaHealth Aboriginal Corporation, University of SydneyDepartment of Remote Health, Broken Hill, RoyalFlying Doctor Service, NSW Health will host a Ruraland Remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait IslanderChronic Disease Conference in partnership withAboriginal Community Controlled Health Services.When: Thursday 15 and Friday 16 May 2008provide an opportunity for health professionals toshowcase success and share best practice.Where: Broken Hill Entertainment CentreWe are seeking keynote speakers, plenaryspeakers and abstracts, which describesuccessful and innovative approaches tochronic disease among Aboriginal peopleliving in rural and remote areasFor further information about the conference contactLynne Lambell, Conference Coordinator on (02)63638027 or email lynne.lambell@gwahs.health.nsw.gov.au .For registration or attendance inquiries contact theevent manager, Bradley Hayden at CountrywideConference & Event Management on (02) 6023 6300 orbradley@ccem.com.auWhat: The Conference will focus on the successesin managing the challenges of Chronic Disease forAboriginal people in remote and rural settings, andThe National Nutrition Networks ConferenceAlice Springs Convention Centre,11-14 March 2008REGISTRATION NOW OPEN PROGRAM AVAILABLEInformation available on the website throughwww.ruralhealth.org.auhttp://www.ruralhealth.org.au/conferences/nnnc2008/home.html32TheChronicle March 2008
Publication ofThe Chronic Diseases NetworkThe four D’sDelayfor at least five minutes, the urge will passDeep breathebreathe slowly and deeplyDo something elsekeep your hands busyDrink Watertake time out to sip it slowlyCounsellors are available to supportsmokers to Quit.Benefits of Quitting ...• Reduced risk of heart attack and stroke• Quicker healing after an operation• Better anaesthetic outcome• Cleaner lungs - reduce risk of cancer4 ways to avoid a cigaretteCall the Quitline137 848To refer patients/clients to the NT Quitline for help to Quit a simple referralform is available. To obtain a pad of referral forms call theNT Tobacco Hotline on 1800 588 564.Department of Health and Community Services nt.gov.au/healthThe Chronicle March 200833
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