NSW Premier marks 10,000 COVID-19 vaccination milestone at Westmead Hospital
The Premier and Health Minister personally thanked Westmead Hospital staff.
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In the media
Westmead cardiologist wins young investigator grant to study women’s heart disease
Heart attacks are commonly known as a problem faced by middle aged or older men with high blood pressure or cholesterol. However, young and healthy women can also be at risk.
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Westmead partners proud of project prize for health
The Central Acute Services Building (CASB) was honoured with its first major award when announced as 2020 Health Project of the Year at the annual Boomtown! Property & Infrastructure Summit at the International Convention Centre, Darling Harbour.
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A star is born: 11-year-old’s inspiring song for COVID-19 healthcare workers
Matthew was inspired by his parents, who are both nurses at Westmead Hospital.
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Healthcare workers join trial to combat COVID-19
Five hundred front line healthcare workers and paramedics in NSW will join an international trial, to discover whether the tuberculosis (TB) vaccine reduces the impact of COVID-19.
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NSW Government supporting multicultural communities through COVID-19
Help is on its way to the most vulnerable people affected by COVID-19, with the NSW Government providing over $6 million for our multicultural communities including migrants and temporary visa holders.
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Record $5,000 on-the-spot fine for spitters
People who cough or spit on health workers, police, pharmacists, paramedics or other public officials during the COVID-19 health crisis, now risk a $5,000 on-the-spot fine.
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Keeping fit at home with NSW sport stars
The NSW Government and top athletes from the NSW Institute of Sport are encouraging communities to keep fit, healthy and active during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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First baby of 2020 born at Westmead Hospital
A baby girl named Aalia Amelia Ahsan has secured a place in history.
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Avoid salmonella food poisoning this Christmas
As Christmas gets underway amid a heatwave, NSW Health is warning people to avoid Salmonella food poisoning, with 168 cases already reported this month.
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