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Our video channels

Welcome to our Video Collection, where you can explore a curated selection of videos that highlight the work of Prestantia Health. Here, you’ll find insightful content related to the consultancy services we offer, showcasing our involvement in various health topics. Dive in to learn more about our expertise and the impact we strive to make in the health sector.

HIGHLIGHTS Achieving High Performing Health Systems : The power of social determinants of health
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HIGHLIGHTS Achieving High Performing Health Systems : The power of social determinants of health

Achieving High Performing Health Systems : Putting the social into health care AUSTRALIAN PRIMARY HEALTHCARE INNOVATION AND REFORM VODCAST SERIES. Highlights from Vodcast 2 A Joint Prestantia Health and AUDIENCED Production With - Dr Paresh Dawda, GP Lead and Adviser, Founder Prestantia Health - Dr Wally Jammal, GP leader and Adviser, Australian Government Strengthening Medicare Taskforce Dr Bogdan Chiva Giurca, Clinical Lead and Global Director, UK National Academy for Social Prescribing FACILITATOR Leanne Wells, Associate Consultant, Prestantia Health Clinicians and consumers know only too well that life circumstances such as poor housing, income and food insecurity can have a negative impact on health outcomes. Conversely, participation in community activities, social connection and access to nature parks and leisure facilities can help maintain health and wellbeing. More recent phenomena in public health have also focused us on the health and social care connection. Stress factors such as the sudden loss of employment and social interaction, moving to remote work or schooling, and the impacts of sudden, localised COVID-19 ‘lockdowns’ to prevent further outbreaks were triggers of increased psychological distress. And loneliness is being described as our latest epidemic with chronic loneliness inked to a myriad of health problems and earlier death. A recent report  found one in four Australians say they feel persistently lonely, and that loneliness costs $2.7 bn a year in health costs alone. According to a 2024 Commonwealth Fund Mirror Mirror report, which compares the health performance of several countries, only 13% of Australian primary care providers (or other personnel in the practice) usually screen or assess patients for one or more social need – the third lowest in the OECD.  Primary care – predominantly general practices - is where most people get most of their health care and is a commonly visited health care setting.  GPs and others in team have a continuous relationship with their patient and the opportunity to identify factors beyond immediate medical care that can impact on health and wellbeing.    Integrating health and social care is an exciting frontier in healthcare and was described as such by Australia’s Assistant Health Minister at a National Social Prescribing roundtable hosted by the Australian Social Prescribing Research Institute (ASPIRE). Despite the recognition that primary care is a good place to start,  the barriers are real. Practice systems, data systems with the capacity to capture information and make intelligent insights, the lack of flexible funding and the time pressures on practices are among them. In this Australian Health Journal HIGHLIGHTS release, the panel discuss some of these barriers and the desire to put the social into health care. Vodcast 2 was convened December 2024. READ the Blog Post https://www.prestantiahealth.com/blog/categories/publications Produced and published by AUDIENCEDGet your interviews captured across Australia https://www.audienced.org/contact
FEATURE Models of Care: Priming Australia for Social Prescribing Part 1
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FEATURE Models of Care: Priming Australia for Social Prescribing Part 1

Social isolation refers to limited social contact and interaction with others, resulting in feelings of loneliness and disconnection. It disproportionately affects the elderly due to factors like loss of friends and family, retirement, reduced mobility, ageism, and limited access to technology. The elderly are at higher risk of social isolation as they may experience a shrinking social circle and face barriers to social participation. Social isolation has significant detrimental effects on their mental and physical well-being, leading to increased rates of depression, anxiety, cognitive decline, and reduced quality of life. Addressing social isolation among the elderly is crucial for promoting their overall health and happiness. Social prescribing is a healthcare approach that recognises the importance of social factors in overall well-being. It involves connecting individuals with non-medical activities and community resources to improve their health and quality of life. Healthcare professionals, such as doctors or social workers, "prescribe" activities like art classes, gardening, exercise groups, or support groups, which can address underlying social determinants of health and promote holistic well-being. By addressing social isolation, mental health, and lifestyle factors, social prescribing aims to enhance individual health outcomes and reduce the burden on healthcare services. Social prescribing provides support in various areas of people's lives, leading to increased confidence, improved navigation of systems, and enhanced friendships and trust in healthcare, while communities should be designed in an age-friendly way to prevent isolation. In Part 1 of the Models of Care on Social Prescribing, Australian Health Journal spoke to 4 people advocating for social prescribing in Australia: - Dr Michelle Lim, Scientific Chair and Chairperson, Ending Loneliness Together - Patricia Sparrow, Chief Executive Officer, COTA Australia - Dr Paresh Dawda, General Practitioner, Director and Principal, Next Practice Deakin. All well as being a UK GP - Tracey Johnson, Chief Executive Officer, Inala Primary Care The discussions with these advocates emphasise social prescribing is a necessary solution to address isolation, loneliness, and stress, but it requires more resources, funding, and support to make it accessible and affordable for individuals, particularly older Australians. Coming soon: Part 2 of the Models of Care on Social Prescribing, Australian Health Journal looks at the Bolton Clarke Connect Local, A free program for over 65's to promote wellbeing through social connection. The program is run by the Connecting Communities to Care (CCtC) in the Glen Eira community in Melbourne.
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