Health
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Health warnings as mozzie season bites
NEW South Wales Health is urging locals and tourists to stay vigilant and protect themselves against mosquito bites after Japanese encephalitis and Murray Valley encephalitis…
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Free info sessions on incontinence
TWO free sessions led by registered nurses will be held in Broken Hill in January aiming to educate seniors on and break stigma of incontinence.…
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All aboard Africa medical aid ship
LOCAL clinical nurse, Jenna Peters, has fulfilled her long-term dream of volunteering on an aid ship in Africa, returning from her adventure in November with…
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Funding for health upgrades in Far West
FAR West communities will benefit from a $1.9 million funding boost from the State Government to upgrade hospitals and health facilities in the region. As…
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RFDS fleet cruising
RFDS South Eastern Section executive general manager of Aviation and Operations Mark Davey has released a statement assuring locals that it has no imminent plans…
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Kiosk funds purchase of equipment
BROKEN Hill Hospital’s Kiosk Auxiliary volunteers have donated $161,313.30 to the hospital and Far West Local Health District to purchase much-needed medical equipment. The money…
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Aged care homes nearly full
STAFF and infrastructure issues have left a local nursing homes nearly at capacity with limited beds for locals seeking care. Regional general manager of Southern…
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Plans expanded for health service
THE town’s hospital will see an upgraded emergency department and new key health worker accommodation, along with a new mental health unit as part of…
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Rise in syphilis in Far West
By Wade Stephens SYPHILIS infections are rising across the Far West Local Health District, prompting a plea from health professionals to prioritise sexual health. FWLHD…
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Supply issues impact health devices
BROKEN Hill resident Leroy Johnson was left in the dark by energy company Transgrid this week when the power outages affected his ability to use…
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New chapter begins at aged care facility
SOUTHERN Cross Care Broken Hill has farewelled Bernard Nankivell, who finished his two-year tenure as CEO of the aged care and retirement facility on October…
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