The South Australian West Coast ACCHO Network (SAWCAN) brings the skills and knowledge of five Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations together to improve the lives of our people.
SAWCAN was established in 2020 as a partnership consisting of five Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) on the Eyre Peninsula and Far West Coast of South Australia.
The ACCHOs include:
- Nunyara Aboriginal Health Service in Whyalla
- Port Lincoln Aboriginal Health Service in Port Lincoln
- Yadu Health Aboriginal Corporation in Ceduna
- Tullawon Health Service in Yalata
- Oak Valley Health Service in Oak Valley
Together, the five partner ACCHOs provide comprehensive primary health care to approximately 5,500 Aboriginal people in a region spanning 1,300 kilometres from Whyalla to the border of Western Australia.
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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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HPV, or human papillomavirus, is a very common virus. Most people will come into contact with it at some point in their lives, including many in our communities.
For many people, HPV causes no problems. But some types are linked to cancers, including cervical cancer.
HPV vaccination and regular cervical screening are simple ways to protect your health and stay on top of any changes.
Looking after your health is part of looking after yourself and your family.
Have a yarn with your local ACCHO about HPV vaccination or cervical screening. You can also visit AskAboutHPV.org to learn more.
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Staying part of the yarn starts with being able to hear clearly.
Hearing keeps us part of the yarn. It lets us catch the joke, hear the story properly, stay involved in meetings, family time and community life.
Changes in hearing can happen gradually. Many people adjust without realising how much effort it is taking.
You might notice:
• asking people to repeat themselves
• turning the TV or phone up more than before
• finding group conversations harder to follow
• missing words when there is background noise
• feeling worn out after listening
Sometimes it is hearing loss. Sometimes it is something simple, like wax build-up or a hearing aid that needs adjusting.
There is no shame in getting it checked. If something doesn’t feel right, yarn with your local ACCHO about a hearing check.
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Today is World Hearing Day.
Healthy hearing supports children to grow in language, learning and connection to culture. When kids can hear clearly, they can listen to stories, yarn with family, take part at school and feel confident in community life.
Checking ears early helps protect hearing as children grow. Some signs are easy to notice, others can be missed.
You might see:
• ear pain or fever
• not sleeping well
• pulling or touching the ear often
• fluid coming from the ear
• not turning when you call their name
If you are worried, no shame in asking. Yarn with your local ACCHO and ask for an ear check.
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