Westmead Emergency opens new era for Western Sydney healthcare
A 42-year service closed its doors this morning then instantly re-opened a new era as Westmead Hospital’s Emergency Department relocated to its new high-tech home.
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NSW COVID-19 vaccine program to begin Monday
Westmead Hospital is one of three sites in the initial roll-out to frontline workers.
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Dental patients now receive appointment reminders by SMS
A free SMS dental appointment reminder service is available to all Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) dental patients who make appointments for oral health services at Westmead, Blacktown and Mount Druitt hospitals.
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Lymphoedema early intervention pilot to help breast cancer surgery patients
People who have undergone breast surgery for cancer will benefit from an NSW Health pilot program, Early Intervention and Prevention of Chronic Lymphoedema, launching in 13 local health districts (LHDs) across NSW this month.
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Recent Victorian arrivals to follow stay at home rules
Anyone in NSW who has been in Victoria at any time on or after Friday 29 January 2021 remains at their home or place of residence for the five-day period announced by the Victorian Government.
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COVID-19 Alert for Victorian arrivals
NSW Health is calling on anyone in NSW who was at Melbourne Airport, Terminal 4 (Jetstar) from 4:45am – 2pm on 9 February to immediately isolate, get tested and remain in isolation for 14 days since you were there, regardless of the test result. Anyone who attended any terminal on 7 & 8 Feb to get tested and isolate until a negative test is received.
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300 nursing and midwifery graduates join Western Sydney
These new graduate nurses and midwives will be an important addition to the Western Sydney
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Western Sydney student-made video inspires healthy teen lifestyle
A new video made by local teens to encourage high school students to improve diet, reduce screen time and increase physical activity has received positive reviews at an international lifestyle conference.
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Demystifying the health research experience for consumers
Sydney Health Partners has teamed up with hospital consumer groups to produce a unique brochure which encourages consumer involvement in
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COVID-19 restrictions to ease on Friday, January 29
People will be allowed to host up to 30 guests at home, and groups of 50 can gather outdoors.
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