Western Sydney’s healthcare needs tackled at public forum
Record numbers took part in Western Sydney Local Health District’s (WSLHD) Western Sydney Health Forum and Annual Public Meeting last night.
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Community Health
Student voices pitch to make a difference in western Sydney
Westmead Hospital was abuzz with activity this week as more than 30 high school students from western Sydney came together to pitch their ideas on how to make their communities a healthier and safer place to live.
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Welcome to Australia: new migrants introduced to our health system
Health services from the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) were recently showcased to new Australians at a one-day event held at the Mt Druitt Hub.
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It’s time to beat diabetes: don’t miss this free forum
Residents in Mount Druitt are being encouraged to attend a diabetes forum next month to learn about type 2 diabetes, sign up to programs and share experiences, stories and ideas with experts.
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Diabetes fight praised by AMA
AMA (NSW) President, Dr Kean-Seng Lim, is welcoming NSW Health’s efforts to continue to raise awareness of the risks posed by undiagnosed type two diabetes.
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Bushfire smoke prompts health warning
Poor air quality across much of the Sydney basin today, particularly Western Sydney, has prompted NSW Health to warn people with respiratory conditions to limit time spent outdoors.
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Free vaccination blitz in Mount Druitt
Free flu jabs have been provided to more than 100 people at Mount Druitt’s Dawson Mall and the Mount Druitt Health Hub.
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Why are our wards pink today?
Staff from the emergency department, cardiology, medical high dependency and geriatric rehabilitation are covered in pink today.
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Healthy flavours fill Mount Druitt at Vinnies cook-off
Mount Druitt Vinnies customers have had their taste buds tingled at a cooking demonstration to encourage healthy eating.
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Awards recognise nursing and midwifery excellence
Five nurses have received prestigious awards as part of the ongoing district celebrations for International Nurses and Midwives Day.
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