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Midwives of WSLHD: Lily Ho

11 May, 2023, 8:44 pm19 May, 2023, 2:09 pm Jessica Chahine

“I really enjoy working with women and being part of what is a very private moment for them… It can

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Midwives of WSLHD: Lily Bouhadir

10 May, 2023, 2:43 pm16 May, 2023, 5:39 pm Natalie Noordhuis

“I was born at Auburn Hospital, so I have a real connection with this place. I even live nearby! Being

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Renee was born at Blacktown Hospital – now she works there as a midwife with her mum

10 May, 2023, 12:42 pm13 May, 2023, 3:31 pm Natalie Noordhuis

For Jeanette Davies and Renee Keating, Blacktown Hospital holds a special place for their family. Mother Jeanette gave birth to

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Midwives of WSLHD: Zuhoor Malas

09 May, 2023, 8:59 pm10 May, 2023, 2:45 pm Jessica Chahine

“I love working here. The best part of it is the team, it’s like a little community and family. We’re

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Midwives of WSLHD: Maggie Lee

07 May, 2023, 1:56 pm08 May, 2023, 7:29 am Natalie Noordhuis

“You have to use your heart when being a midwife. “I love babies and I’ve experienced the pain of giving

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‘We take care of each other’: Celebrating the supportive staff of Auburn Hospital’s administrative team

04 May, 2023, 3:43 pm04 May, 2023, 3:43 pm Natalie Noordhuis

Slagjana and Kerry grasped each other’s hands as they spoke about friendship at Auburn Hospital; before both saying at the

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Humans of the Hospital: Tamika Baloch

03 May, 2023, 3:45 pm03 May, 2023, 3:51 pm Natalie Noordhuis

“I have a passion for public and community health, and ensuring that we are identifying and supporting those most in

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Humans of the Hospital: Caitlin Air

21 Apr, 2023, 1:28 pm07 May, 2023, 1:56 pm Natalie Noordhuis

“I’m proud to start a job that allows me to make a direct and immediate impact on patients’ lives so

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Humans of the Hospital: John Timotheus

18 Apr, 2023, 10:24 am18 Apr, 2023, 10:24 am Natalie Noordhuis

“I believe in service to humanity, and this has shaped who I am today. We may not be able to

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Humans of the Hospital: Anabel de la Riva

12 Apr, 2023, 10:33 am03 May, 2023, 3:49 pm Natalie Noordhuis

“I have to say, even after 30 years of nursing this month, I am still being inspired by those around

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  • Western Sydney urged to stay alert for meningococcal symptoms

    Western Sydney urged to stay alert for meningococcal symptoms

    04 Jun, 2023, 8:34 am04 Jun, 2023, 8:34 am Jessica Chahine
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    Make this the year to go smoke free

    31 May, 2023, 12:26 pm31 May, 2023, 12:26 pm Alyssa Terese
  • Westmead Hospital “one-stop shop” clinic makes access to healthcare easier for adults with a disability

    Westmead Hospital “one-stop shop” clinic makes access to healthcare easier for adults with a disability

    27 May, 2023, 4:00 pm29 May, 2023, 8:56 am Alyssa Terese
  • Keep WSLHD safe: Vaccination best protection as we head into winter months

    Keep WSLHD safe: Vaccination best protection as we head into winter months

    26 May, 2023, 10:19 am26 May, 2023, 10:29 am Jessica Chahine

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