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COVID-19 Update

We are here for nurses and midwives at the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Update - 23 March 2020
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Nurses and midwives are always at the frontline when times get tough. While we are educated to manage challenging situations, we are not immune from an unhealthy stress response that may drain our reserves and put us at risk of burnout or compassion fatigue.

Many of us are still reeling from the impact of this summer’s devastating bushfires and their aftermath. To find ourselves in the midst of another crisis can feel overwhelming and potentially even insurmountable. We are here to help you deal with these challenges.

We will be updating information here as the situation emerges and we would encourage you to visit us during this time for a whole range of support options.

Nurse & Midwife Support is available 24/7 nationwide to nurses, midwives, students and anyone concerned about the welfare of a nurse or a midwife. Call us on 1800 667 877 or email us. The service is anonymous, confidential and free.

If you would like to find out a bit more about our service watch our video below.

What does Nurse & Midwife Support do? from NMSupportAU on Vimeo.

Resources
On this site
Dealing with stress during crisis with Sam Eddy
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In this special podcast Mark Aitken discusses the prospect of COVID-19 with Mental Health First Aid expert Sam Eddy. They talk about the importance of acknowledging emotional and physical responses to stress when crisis occurs and how to implement strategies in response.
Self-care for nurses and midwives
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Self-care isn’t selfish! What techniques can nurses and midwives build into their days to help them cope with the stress of their profession?
External Resources
On other sites
Australian Government Department of Health: Coronavirus (COVID-19) health alert
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The World Health Organization has announced that COVID-19 is a pandemic. Find out how we are monitoring and responding to the outbreak, how you can help slow the spread of COVID-19 in Australia, and what to do if you have symptoms. We also report the latest official medical advice and case numbers.
ABC Coronacast (podcast)
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Coronacast is a podcast that helps to answer your questions about coronavirus or COVID19. We break down the latest news and research to help you understand how the world is living through an epidemic.
Beyond Blue: Looking after your mental health during the coronavirus outbreak
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Beyond Blue recognises and understands the feelings of anxiety, distress and concern many people may be experiencing in relation to the coronavirus (COVID-19) and offers the following wellbeing advice.
ANMF South Australia: Feeling anxious? Help is out there
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Your self-care has never been more important:
“What we recommend at the moment is if nurses and midwives have a self-care plan - we encourage them to develop a self-care plan - is that now more than ever is the time to connect with that and indeed activate it.”