Western Sydney salutes the strength, culture and service of social workers
Helping patients navigate their way through the health system, social workers remain at the heart of patient care across Western
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People
Fleeing unrest leads to delivering new life in western Sydney- Harmony Week 2021
When Nelma Galas escaped political unrest in the Philippines in 1989, she knew she was making one of the hardest
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Blacktown Hospital junior doctor finalist for Blacktown Woman of the Year
Mithila was recognised for her volunteer work with Aboriginal and migrant communities.
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Trailblazing Westmead cardiologist Sarah Zaman encourages female scientists to pursue their dreams on International Women’s Day
One of only 17 female interventional cardiologists and leading an Australian-first study into heart disease in young women, Associate Professor Zaman wants to make a difference.
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Volunteers return to service at Blacktown and Mount Druitt hospitals
Blacktown and Mount Druitt hospitals volunteers are returning to work after a year’s absence due to the COVID-19 outbreak which
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International Rare Disease Day
February 28 is International Rare Disease Day with the aim to raise awareness in the community about rare diseases and their impact on people’s lives – diseases treated across the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD).
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Westmead volunteers back in action and serving Western Sydney
Westmead Hospital volunteers are gradually returning to the hospital after a year’s absence since the COVID-19 outbreak began in 2020.
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Skilled recruits boost dental services in Western Sydney
We’re used to welcoming new doctors and nurses to the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) and now it’s smiles all round with five dental registrars and two dental officers joining the oral health ranks.
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Blacktown and Mount Druitt hospitals sharing how they CARE
Blacktown and Mount Druitt hospitals staff were recognised for their contributions to the delivery of healthcare. The staff were rewarded at a staff recognition program called the BMDH CARE Program.
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Vale Dr Grahame Ctercteko: One of Westmead’s finest surgeons
We are saddened by the news of the recent, unexpected passing of Westmead Hospital’s surgeon and colorectal department head, Dr Grahame Ctercteko.
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