Respiratory & Sleep Health Program
Breathe easier and sleep soundly with expert support.
About Respiratory & Sleep Health
Miriam Mahomed
Aboriginal Health Practitioner
Respiratory & Sleep Health
Our Respiratory & Sleep Health program provides comprehensive support for managing sleep disorders and respiratory conditions. Referrals from GPs to a Sleep Physician are facilitated for issues such as snoring, gasping for air, or persistent sleep and breathing problems. Based on GP screenings, including sleep study scores, patients may be referred to a Sleep Physician or Respirico for further evaluation.
If required, a referral is made to Respirico at 75 Commercial Rd, Port Augusta, for a formal Sleep Study. If the sleep study scores are high, the patient is referred to a Sleep Physician who may recommend starting a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) trial. If CPAP therapy is necessary on an ongoing basis, a CPAP officer will help organize a GP management plan and assist in securing funding through Country and Outback Health. This plan will be updated annually to ensure ongoing access to CPAP parts and services.
To receive the best benefits from a CPAP machine, nightly usage is advised. For any issues or assistance with your CPAP machine, please contact Respirico at 08 8245 1150 or Country and Outback Health at 08 8643 5600.
Schedule and Location
Services include sleep studies conducted at Respirico, located at 75 Commercial Rd, Port Augusta, along with ongoing CPAP management. Appointments are scheduled based on individual needs and referral requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility for access to Pika Wiya Health Service is primarily limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people residing or visiting the Pika Wiya catchment area.
The program is available to individuals experiencing significant sleep or respiratory issues, as assessed by their GP. A referral from a GP is necessary for accessing sleep studies and CPAP services.
How to Register Your Interest
To access the Respiratory & Sleep Health program, obtain a referral from your GP. For more information or assistance with your CPAP machine, please contact:
- Respirico: 08 8245 1150
- Country and Outback Health: 12 Chapel St, Port Augusta, 08 8643 5600