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Disastrous Writing returns to Lismore
The annual Disastrous Writing Retreat is returning to UCRH in November, bringing together people from across the disaster and climate change space for two days of focused, in-person writing, connection and collaboration. Supporting stronger networks and the sharing of ideas is an important part of building healthier and more resilient
Disastrous Writing returns to Lismore
The annual Disastrous Writing Retreat is returning to UCRH in November, bringing together people from across the disaster and climate change space for two days of focused, in-person writing, connection and collaboration. Supporting stronger networks and the sharing of ideas is an important part of building healthier and more resilient
Disastrous Writing returns to Lismore
The annual Disastrous Writing Retreat is returning to UCRH in November, bringing together people from across the disaster and climate change space for two days of focused, in-person writing, connection
UCRH researchers recognised with major awards
Two UCRH researchers have received significant recognition for work that is helping shape the future of rural health research and Aboriginal health outcomes. Dr Cas Sedran-Price (pictured right) has been
Healthy country equals healthy people
This news post is part of a series for our website and quarterly newsletter where we are invite contributions from others who share our commitment to health equity. From partners,
Renewing local rural health partnership
The University of Sydney and Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) have reaffirmed their longstanding partnership through their Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for a further three years, continuing their shared
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A major rural health research project led by UCRH’s Dr Cassandra Sedran-Price has secured over $700,000 through a prestigious National Health and Medical Research Council Investigator Grant. The funding will support a five-year program focused on improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Stolen Generations survivors and their
A new research protocol is laying the groundwork for a clearer understanding of how non-invasive brain stimulation may help improve sleep in older adults, including those living with neurological disorders. Published in the Brazilian Journal of Motor Behaviour, the article Study protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis of the
Rural health research is helping shine a light on an overlooked issue: the mental health of young Australians with disability. A new study led by Dr Jodie Bailie has found significant gaps in the evidence needed to support better mental health outcomes for this group. Published in BMC Public Health,
What does food security look like when culture, Country and community are part of the picture? That’s the question driving a UCRH-led Aboriginal health research project working alongside communities on Bundjalung Country (Northern Rivers) and in Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait Islands). For many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, food
Strong rural health research depends on organisations having the right support, resources and systems in place. A new study co-authored by Professor Vicki Flood, Director of UCRH, has developed a practical checklist to help health services assess and strengthen their research preparedness. The paper, Development of a research preparedness checklist
A recent trip to Northern Thailand has seen UCRH’s Dr Cassandra Sedran-Price and Associate Professor Veronica Matthews, as well as Jagun Alliance’s Oliver Costello and researcher Pattheera Somboonsin (University of Canberra) take part in an Indigenous-led knowledge exchange focused on climate adaptation, community wellbeing and environmental stewardship. The project, funded
Good healthcare starts with a confident workforce. Through a new partnership with Healthy North Coast, UCRH is delivering the Clinical Skills & Telehealth Trainer Program, helping aged care nurses build practical skills they can take straight back to their workplace. The program supports rural health education workforce development by giving
Getting back to work after a brain injury can involve more than physical recovery. New research involving UCRH’s Associate Professor Vanette McLennan highlights the often-overlooked communication challenges that can affect a person’s confidence, independence and ability to return to their job. The study adds to growing rural health research focused
Supporting the rural health Australia workforce development of our region was front and centre during a series of Aboriginal Health Worker workshops that wrapped at our Simulation Centre in Lismore this week. Run across four sessions, the program brought together Aboriginal Health Workers from across the Northern Rivers to build
What makes a rural health student placement genuinely valuable? A new study co-authored by UCRH researcher Dr Jodie Bailie has helped answer that question, identifying the key ingredients that support rural health student placements and strengthen the future health workforce. Published in BMC Health Services Research, the article Determining constructs
Our latest forum brings together rural health research and real-world experience to tackle one of Australia’s biggest challenges, how we support people to age well. Next Wednesday, 1 July (10am-12.30pm), we are hosting an Aged Care Forum at our Lismore campus focused on reimagining healthy ageing and preventing dementia. The
Around 60 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from across the Northern Rivers gathered at the UCRH in Lismore today, stepping into hands-on training sessions designed to spark interest in the rural health workforce and open doors to future careers in health. Students from Banora Point High School, Byron Bay
