Dear Doctors,

Welcome to the October 2011 edition of the Thoracic and Sleep Group e-Newsletter.

This month's topics include:

• Latest Asthma, COPD and OSA Statistics
• Brisbane to Gold Coast Cycle Challenge for Diabetes and Heart Health
• World Habitat Day
• The Cancer Council's "Girls Night In" October
• Suicide Prevention Day

We welcome your feedback. You can email the editor with any feedback or suggestions for articles and news at editor@tsgq.com.au. - The Editor

Thoracic and Sleep Medicine News

Latest Asthma, COPD and OSA Statistics

Currently, over 2 million Australians are suffering from Asthma with an estimated prevalence of 17% in children and 11% in adults. Despite being a common condition, public health expenditure for asthma alone costs Australia over 600 million dollars a year with over 37000 hospital admissions recorded in 2007/08.  Read more...

On the 9^th of October, an anticipated 10,000 cyclists will take part in a 100km ride from city to sea to raise funds for Diabetes Australia Queensland and The Heart Foundation.

This mass participation ride not only increases the awareness of cycling and encourages the general community to get out and be active; it also helps raise funds for two very worthy causes – Diabetes & Heart Disease research. Read more...

World Habitat Day is celebrated around the world on the first Monday each October. This year, it will be held on October 3^rd with the theme being, Cities and Climate Change. World Habitat Day was officially designated by the United Nations and was first celebrated in 1986. The purpose of this day is to reflect on the state of our towns and cities and the basic right of all, to have access to adequate shelter. It is also intended to remind the world of its collective responsibility to maintain our habitat for future. Read more...

Girls night in is an initiative that raises awareness and funds for the Cancer Council’s research, prevention and support programs.  What started as a small undertaking is now responsible for contributing over $4 million each year for women’s cancers.  Read more...

October 10 marks World Mental Health Day - an initiative of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) aimed at raising public awareness about mental health issues. The day promotes more open discussion of mental disorders, and investments in prevention and treatment services with the theme for 2011 being "The Great Push: Investing in Mental Health." Read more...

Thoracic & Sleep Group News

Our Education Teams for your Medical Practice

We recognise medical practitioners are time poor, and need succinct presentations from people with expertise. In 2011 we have scientific staff providing focused lunchtime educational presentations.

Our teams will come to your practice, provide up to date information in thoracic and sleep medicine, access to the latest CPAP equipment, educational material for your practice, in a timely interactive session.

The teams can provide referral pads plus the electronic referral software compatible with Best Practice, PractiX, Genie and Medical Director. All thoracic and sleep reports can be sent securely via Medical Objects. If you wish to have one of our teams come to your practice please email admin@tsgq.com.au or Ph (07) 3870 1120.

Electronic Referral Forms Now Available For Download

Electronic referral forms are now available for our Sleep and Respiratory Services here.

These referrals are compatible with Best Practice, PractiX, Genie and Medical Director and are sent securely via Medical Objects.
 

The Wesley Lung Function Laboratory

SAME DAY APPOINTMENT,
SAME DAY REPORTING
Please contact our office to have a referral pad sent out or download a referral here.

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Phone:   (07) 3870 0858
Fax:       (07) 3870 2608
Email:    lung@tsgq.com.au

Bulk Billed Lung Function Tests:

• Spirometry
• Complicated lung function test (CO transfer and lung volumes)
• Bronchial provocation testing (Mannitol)
• 6 minute walk testing
• Allergen skin testing
• High altitude simulation testing
• Fraction Expired NO (FeNO)