Healthcare Heartbeat

19/11/2025

This International Men’s Day, we’re checking in on the men who care for our communities every day - doctors, nurses, paramedics, and emergency service workers.

Long shifts, high-pressure decisions, emotional strain - the weight they carry can be heavy. And often, men feel they need to “tough it out.”

Mental health matters, as well as physical health 🧡 A simple check-in can make all the difference.

Here are 3 ways to ask how they’re really doing:
1️⃣ Ask directly, but gently: “How are you coping today?” or “How’s it really going?”�2️⃣ Listen without judgment: Let them talk without trying to fix everything. Sometimes just being heard helps.�3️⃣ Offer support options: Whether it’s a peer network, Employee Assistance Program, or just a coffee break, show you care about action, not just words.

Checking in isn’t just nice, it could save a life.

13/11/2025

What if your organisation could get a return of $2.30 for every dollar spent on wellbeing?

It’s not just possible, it’s proven!

At Healthcare Heartbeat, our Pulse Packages make it easy for organisations to invest in their people while supporting the healthcare and emergency workers who support us all.

When you purchase a Pulse Package, your business:
💛 Puts genuine care into action with a one-stop-shop wellbeing and retention program.
🧡 Joins a community of like-minded organisations committed to sustainable wellbeing.
❤️ Helps fund vital mental health programs for healthcare and emergency service workers facing rising levels of anxiety and burnout.

Because when we invest in mental health, everyone wins - your people, your culture and your community.

So as you plan for 2026, ask yourself - what better investment could there be than your team’s wellbeing?

👉 Start with a Healthcare Heartbeat Pulse Package and help your people thrive - https://brnw.ch/21wXryB

06/11/2025

The pandemic may have faded from the headlines, but for many healthcare workers, its impact is far from over.

A large Australian survey of 9,518 frontline healthcare workers found:
🧡 59.8% reported symptoms of anxiety
🧡 70.9% experienced moderate to severe burnout
🧡 57.3% reported symptoms of depression

In the early days, stress came from fear, PPE shortages, changing rules and worrying about bringing the virus home. Over time, the challenges shifted - chronic staff shortages, heavier workloads and fatigue that never quite lifted.

Even now, many healthcare workers are still carrying the emotional load - missing family moments, struggling to switch off and feeling that support has faded. While the crisis may be over, the lasting impact on our frontline staff is not.

At Healthcare Heartbeat, we shine a light on the wellbeing of our frontline workers, because when we care for those who care for us, everyone benefits.

👉 If you’re a healthcare organisation, now is the time to invest in your staff. Partner with us to support your workforce through meaningful wellbeing programs that make a real difference.

Read more: https://brnw.ch/21wXfjG

30/10/2025

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, remember: taking care of mental wellbeing isn’t optional - it’s essential.

Healthcare and emergency service workers face days that most people could hardly imagine - long hours, high-pressure decisions, emotional highs and lows, and the constant responsibility of caring for others. It can be physically exhausting and emotionally draining and the weight of it all can build up over time. Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or burned out isn’t a sign of weakness - it’s a human response to an extraordinary job.

Support, guidance and practical tools are vital to help navigate these pressures and maintain wellbeing. Our Pulse Network provides access to resources, mental health support and strategies designed specifically for healthcare and emergency service workers - helping build resilience, manage stress and recharge when it’s needed most.

Caring for others starts with caring for yourself. By looking after mental health, those who dedicate their lives to helping others can continue to show up, strong and supported, for the communities that rely on them.

Find out more about the Pulse Network here: https://brnw.ch/21wX3fD

23/10/2025

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re shining a light on the real impact of burnout and stress on healthcare and emergency service workers - because awareness is the first step toward meaningful support.

Emergency service workers face unique pressures that can take a serious toll on mental health. In the 'Answering the Call: Australian National Police and Emergency Services Mental Health and Wellbeing Study' (surveying ~14,868 ambulance, fire, rescue, police, and state emergency service employees), the findings revealed:

~30% had low wellbeing, meaning nearly one-third of workers are struggling with chronic stress, fatigue, or difficulty coping. Low wellbeing affects not just the individual, but also their job performance, relationships, and the communities they serve.
~9% experienced very high psychological distress, manifesting as intense anxiety, overwhelming stress, or depressive symptoms. High distress can lead to burnout, absenteeism, or even leaving the profession.
~10% had probable post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), with symptoms such as flashbacks, sleep disturbances, and emotional numbness. Left unaddressed, PTSD can have long-term impacts on mental and physical health, personal relationships, and professional effectiveness.

These statistics prove why our Pulse Network is more important, now, than ever. The Pulse Network connects healthcare and emergency service workers with businesses that offer mental health and wellbeing support tailored to their unique occupational pressures. By directly addressing the prevalence of low wellbeing, high psychological distress, and PTSD, the network ensures practical, evidence-informed interventions that strengthen resilience and support workers’ capacity to perform safely and effectively.

08/10/2025

October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we’re highlighting the real impact of burnout and stress on healthcare and emergency service workers, because understanding is the first step toward support.

Did you know, 84% of Australian healthcare workers reported experiencing burnout in 2022? (Mental Health Australia, Annual Healthcare Professionals Survey)

Burnout isn’t just “being tired”, it can show up as emotional exhaustion, detachment, reduced motivation and disrupted sleep.

At Healthcare Heartbeat, we’ve created a network of businesses committed to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of healthcare and emergency service workers. Together, as part of the Pulse Network, they provide services that understand and address the unique challenges this workforce faces - from peer networks and mental health resources to wellbeing programs and community connection.

Take action this Mental Health Awareness Month: If you’re a healthcare or emergency service worker, or an employer who wants to show support for your team, join the FREE Reflect, Reset, & Renew (RRR) Program today and take the first step to Reflect, Reset & Renew: https://brnw.ch/21wWr2S

02/10/2025

Free for healthcare and emergency service workers, this Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s time to put yourself first and build the resilience you need to thrive - both on and off the job.

Thanks to Xeople, you can join our 2-hour online group coaching session designed just for you: Reflect, Reset, & Renew – helping you pause, recharge, and strengthen your resilience, even in the middle of a hectic shift.

In this session, you’ll:
🧡 Check in with yourself and acknowledge how you’re feeling
🧡 Start your shift renewed, not drained
🧡 Learn strategies to prevent burnout and thrive under pressure
🧡 Improve focus and decision-making when it matters most
🧡 Build a self-care plan and connect with others who understand your world

🗓 Tuesday 14 October 2025
⏰ 10:30 AM VIC/NSW/QLD | 10 AM SA

Register: https://brnw.ch/21wWhjT

Facilitated by Katheryn Curnow, Organisational Development Consultant and certified Level 2 iRest teacher, this session is completely free thanks to Xeople.

Take this moment to reflect, reset, and renew yourself. Because the work you do is vital BUT so are you.

12/09/2025

In healthcare and emergency services, it’s easy to be pulled in a thousand directions at once. Mindfulness is about pausing, even briefly, to come back to the present moment - and it can make all the difference for your wellbeing.

World Mindfulness Day is a reminder to slow down, breathe, and find calm in the chaos. Here are 5 quick mindfulness practices you can try today:
✨ Box Breathing (4-4-4-4): Inhale, hold, exhale, hold (for 3 rounds).
✨ Mindful Hand Washing: Notice the temperature, texture and motion.
✨ Grounding (5-4-3-2-1): Name what you see, feel, hear, smell and taste.
✨ One-Minute Reset: Hand on chest, focus on your breath, repeat: I am here.
✨ Mindful Transition: Take 3 slow breaths before entering a room or finishing your shift.

On World Mindfulness Day, we encourage you to take these small, intentional pauses to reduce stress, restore focus and support your wellbeing.

At Healthcare Heartbeat, we see the difference mindfulness can make in the lives of those who care for us all.

04/09/2025

Women in emergency services face physical and mental challenges that can impact long-term health if not addressed. Supporting your wellbeing can reduce the risk of stress, fatigue and injury, helping you stay resilient and effective in your critical role. Prioritising your health ensures you can keep making a difference - for yourself, your colleagues and the communities you serve.

This Women's Health Week, here's how you can support your physical and mental health:
✅ Move your body daily - even short walks or stretches can reduce stress and improve resilience.
✅ Sleep and recovery - prioritise rest whenever possible - your body and mind need it.
✅ Mental wellbeing matters - debrief with your team, reach out for support, or try mindfulness exercises to recharge.

Your wellbeing is your superpower - say yes to you this week and every week!

28/08/2025

FREE Mental Wellness Workshop AND WIN a Food St Voucher JUST BY REGISTERING!

This Mental Health Awareness Month, take 2 hours for YOU. Join Reflect, Reset & Renew, a free online mental fitness session supported by Xeople.

Your work is demanding, your shifts are long, and your heart is always giving. Take time for yourself to pause, reconnect with how you’re feeling, and learn practical strategies to prevent burnout. This isn’t just about coping - it’s about nurturing your mental wellbeing so you can continue to thrive in your role and in life.

✅ Pause and check in with yourself
✅ Learn strategies to prevent burnout
✅ Walk away feeling refreshed and renewed

Register now for the online session during October’s Mental Health Month - on Tuesday, 14 October, 10am-12:30pm ACDT

Your wellbeing matters. You deserve this time to reflect, reset, and feel renewed.

Register: https://brnw.ch/21wVgbf

Get tickets on Humanitix - Reflect, Reset, & Renew mental fitness session - supported by Xeople hosted by Healthcare Heartbeat. Online. Monday 13th October 2025. Find event information.

20/08/2025

This October, for Mental Health Month, we’re proud to give back to those who give so much. Xeople is sponsoring "Reflect, Reset & Renew" - a free, 2-hour online mental fitness session from Healthcare Heartbeat created specifically for healthcare and emergency services workers.

This session is free to attend and we’re inviting all our healthcare clients to share this with their employees.

🗓 Tuesday 14 October 2025
🕥 10:30 AM VIC/NSW/QLD | 10:00 AM SA

🎟 Reserve your spot:https://bit.ly/4mf6WHD

15/08/2025

We support the people who hold our healthcare system together - nurses, midwives, and other frontline healthcare and emergency service workers.

They’re highly skilled professionals, but they’re also human. They work long hours, face intense emotional situations, and often put their own wellbeing last. The pressure, stress, and emotional toll can quietly build until it affects their mental health, relationships, and ability to keep doing the work they love.

Seeking help isn’t always easy in this profession - but it’s essential. Because when healthcare workers are supported, they can continue providing the safe, compassionate care that every patient deserves.

Healthcare Heartbeat exists to make sure they’re not facing those challenges alone.

That’s why we've created Pulse Packages - providing teams with access to meals, mental fitness sessions, wellbeing resources, and moments of genuine care.

Support your healthcare team with a Pulse Package today: https://brnw.ch/21wUVKY