Keeping pace with the latest evidence and best-practice health care is essential to delivering quality services across Cape York. That’s why Apunipima invests in professional development opportunities that strengthen workforce capability and improve care for communities.
Health Worker Educator Lolita Hunter attended the recent Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council’s (QAIHC) Joint Chronic Condition Organisation Workshop in Brisbane, joining Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers, Health Practitioners and Practice Nurses from across Queensland to explore emerging approaches to chronic disease prevention, management and follow-up care.
The workshop targeted key health priorities with presentations from organisations including Hepatitis Queensland, Diabetes Australia, Kidney Health Australia and Cancer Council Queensland providing practical insights and updates on current best practice.
With more than 40 years’ experience in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health care, Lolita said ongoing learning is vital to ensuring communities benefit from the latest evidence-based care.
“Health care is always evolving, so the biggest thing is training and supporting our health workers,” Lolita said.
“The more knowledge we can share, the better we can support our communities and improve health outcomes.”
As Apunipima’s Health Worker Educator, Lolita will share these insights with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers, Health Practitioners and trainees across Cape York, helping strengthen workforce capability and supporting the delivery of culturally safe, quality health care.
Image: Apunipima Health Worker Educator Lolita Hunter (Second row: third left) and attendees at QAIHC’s Joint Chronic Condition Organisation Workshop Source: QAIHC
