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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Heading to the beach? Keep an eye out for sick or dead birds.
H5 bird flu has been detected in wild seabirds along parts of the South Australian coast.
The risk to people is low, but there are some simple ways to help keep you, your family and your pets safe.
If you see a sick or dead bird:
• Don’t touch it
• Keep kids and pets away
• Keep dogs on leads
• Remember where you saw it
• Report it on 1800 675 888
If it is safe, you can also take a photo from a distance to help with reporting.
Our beaches and waterways are special places to spend time together. Keep enjoying them, just remember: Look. Keep your distance. Report.
For the latest information, visit birdflu.sa.gov.au
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For Indigenous Literacy Day, we asked our team to reflect on one simple question:
“What has working alongside Aboriginal communities taught you?”
Have a listen to what they shared.
Have you worked alongside Aboriginal Communities? How would you answer the question?
Leave a comment below.
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Our bodies can tell us when something has changed. Knowing what is normal for you can make it easier to notice when something isn’t quite right.
Changes like unusual bleeding, ongoing pain in your pelvis or belly, unexplained weight loss or changes when you go to the toilet don’t necessarily mean cancer. But they are worth having a yarn about, especially if they are new, unusual for you or aren’t going away.
Gynaecological cancers can affect anyone who has a cervix, ovaries, uterus, vagina or vulva. Knowing the signs and speaking up about changes is one way to stay on top of your health.
There is no shame in asking questions or getting something checked. Your GP, Aboriginal Health Worker, nurse or another trusted health professional can listen and answer your questions.
Have a yarn with your local ACCHO and get checked.
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