The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) is a collaborative network of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations serving communities across the Eyre and Far West Coast of South Australia. SAWCAN supports members to share knowledge, strengthen collaboration and improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities.
The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) was established in 2020 by Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) across the Eyre and Far West Coast of South Australia to strengthen regional collaboration and improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and communities.
SAWCAN provides a forum for ACCHOs to work together, share knowledge and expertise, build capability, coordinate regional initiatives, and advocate on matters of shared importance.
Guided by the priorities identified collectively by its member ACCHOs, SAWCAN supports collaborative initiatives across a region spanning approximately 1,300 kilometres from Whyalla to the Western Australian border.
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Tackling Indigenous Smoking
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Australia’s Tackling Indigenous Smoking Program is a community-led program that aims to improve the health of our people by inspiring all of us to quit or cut down on smokes and vapes. Smoking is a significant health issue within these communities, contributing to various chronic diseases and a reduced life expectancy.
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September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
Looking after your health includes knowing when it is time for a check.
New prostate cancer testing guidelines for 2026 recommend that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and people with a prostate talk with their GP about having a PSA blood test every two years from age 45.
A PSA blood test can help find prostate cancer earlier, when treatment may be more effective. Your GP can yarn with you about the test and help you decide what is right for you.
If you are 45 or older, book a health check with your local ACCHO and have a yarn with your GP about PSA testing.
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Last day of the National Rural Health Conference!
What an amazing three days it has been, with so many great conversations, connections and takeaways to bring home and share across the region.
It has been great hearing what’s happening across rural and remote health, sharing ideas and learning from others doing great work in their communities.
Thanks to the RHC for having us and hopefully we will see you again in a few years!
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