Australian-first ‘viral vector’ gene therapy facility coming to Westmead Health Precinct
Viral vector technology delivers genetic material into cells to treat genetic conditions.
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Changes to isolation period for positive COVID-19 cases and close contacts
Positive cases may now leave isolation after 7 days if they do not have symptoms.
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COVID-19 vaccination bookings open for 5-11 year olds in western Sydney
Bookings have opened for children aged 5-11 years old at COVID-19 vaccination clinics operated by Western Sydney Local Health District
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Green footprint marks Mount Druitt Hospital
More than 4,500 trees and shrubs will be planted on the grounds of Mount Druitt Hospital, creating a greener footprint,
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Ground breaking COVID-19 antibody treatment delivered at Mount Druitt Hospital
Mount Druitt Hospital is one of the locations delivering a new monoclonal antibody treatment, Sotrovimab, for people with COVID-19, who
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Man’s life saved in the middle of Pennant Hills Road by western Sydney health heroes
Six months ago, Paul Noble had dropped his wife Gail at a medical appointment and was crossing Pennant Hills Road
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“The vaccine is safe. The virus isn’t”: Westmead Hospital obstetrician addresses COVID-19 vaccination and pregnancy
Knowing the severe impacts that COVID-19 could have on an expectant mother, a Westmead Hospital obstetrician is stressing the importance
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Western Sydney health heroes ask: R U OK?
Our health staff are not just caring for the public, they’re also checking in on each other thanks to training
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Western Sydney comes out in force to get vaccinated at Qudos Bank Arena
Gratitude, solidarity and hope is the feeling at the state’s largest mass vaccination centre.
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Students answer call to arms at Qudos Bank Arena Vaccination Centre
Almost half of all eligible year 12 students from western and south-western Sydney have registered to receive their first COVID-19
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