Breast cancer survivor’s inspiring journey to nursing
Lori Phegan was inspired by the nurses who cared for her to embark on a midlife career change.
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Our patients
Couple shares magical water birth experience
The pair had a Mother’s Day never to forget.
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Westmead midwife coaches dad through surprise home birth
The couple were preparing to leave for hospital when their baby had other ideas.
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Recovered COVID-19 patient returns to thank Westmead Hospital
Gabriela is one patient receiving specialised follow-up care for her lungs.
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“I’m glad I played it safe”: COVID-19 survivor encourages testing
Mohammed was travelling and studying when the pandemic swept the globe.
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Westmead junior doctors swoop in to help fallen patient
Malvern Beyers didn’t expect such prompt, helpful and heartfelt assistance when he fell from his wheelchair in Westmead Hospital’s busy
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Thumb print celebrates cancer patients’ final day of treatment
It was a special moment when breast cancer survivor Maryam Shahrestani painted her thumb green and pressed it to the wall in Blacktown Hospital.
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Original yellow Wiggle thanks Westmead Hospital staff for heart care
Wiggles showman Greg Page, also known as the original yellow Wiggle, has been discharged from Westmead Hospital today after being treated by the cardiology team.
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Free support groups help families during crucial early years
The first 2,000 days of a child’s life is the most important time for parents for the emotional and physical development of a child.
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Nurses’ emotional reunion with miracle baby
Baby ‘Mango’ returned to the NICU for his first birthday.
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