Media Releases - 2014
Avoid the Liverpool Emergency Department this summer (PDF)
Doctors are urging Liverpool residents to play it safe these summer holidays to help prevent trips to the Emergency Department during what can be its busiest period of the year.
12-Dec-2014
New Birthing Centre makes mums more comfortable (PDF)
A new Birthing Centre boasting three newly built and one newly refurbished birthing suites has been opened at Campbelltown Hospital, as part of the Hospital’s $134 million redevelopment.
08-Dec-2014
Take care to avoid food poisoning this Christmas (PDF)
There’s no better way to cramp the Christmas festivities than serving unsafe food to your family and friends, warns a local health expert.
05-Dec-2014
Festive season sun safety warning (PDF)
Enjoying the outdoors with family and friends is a great way to spend the festive season, but experts are warning us to limit exposure during the peak time of the day when the sun is at its hottest.
03-Dec-2014
World Aids Day (PDF)
This World Aids Day (1 December), health experts are reminding people of the importance of safe behaviours and regular testing to help eliminate the transmission of HIV.
24-Nov-2014
Pram walk and high tea for parents (PDF)
Local parents were treated to high tea after a spot of exercise on Friday 21 November to mark Postnatal Depression Awareness Week (16-22 November).
19-Nov-2014
Artwork to brighten Cancer Centre (PDF)
Artwork on loan from Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre will brighten the corridors of the Liverpool Hospital Cancer Therapy Centre, with the launch of an art exhibition at the Cancer Therapy Centre this week (Thursday 13 November).
13-Nov-2014
South Western Sydney awarded for Healthy Beginnings (PDF)
A project pioneered by South Western Sydney Local Health District aimed at preventing obesity in children has taken out the 2014 NSW Health award for Preventative Health.
12-Nov-2014
Cheap Illegal smokes sold to children (PDF)
South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is committed to protecting vulnerable children from the harmful effects of smoking and recently successfully prosecuted a Fairfield retailer who sold children under age illegally imported cigarettes.
12-Nov-2014
SWSLHD Annual Public Meeting (PDF)
The South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) Annual Public Meeting will be held at the Campbeltown Arts Centre at 1.30pm on Thursday 11 December 2014.
12-Nov-2014
Belly cast promotes health partnerships (PDF)
A belly cast decorated with Aboriginal artwork is being unveiled at Fairfield Hospital as part of a special event to highlight the health of Aboriginal mothers, babies and new families.
05-Nov-2014
Minto community kitchen launches healthy cookbook for Pacific Islander people (PDF)
The Minto Multicultural Healthy Community Kitchen will launch their new cookbook on Tuesday 11th November at the South West Multicultural and Community Centre (SWMACC) in Minto.
05-Nov-2014
HUB recognised for work with Pacific communities (PDF)
The HUB Community Health Centre at Miller was recognised for the great work they do with local Pacific Communities, at the SWSRAC Pacific Awards 2014.
30-Oct-2014
Belly cast promotes health partnerships (PDF)
A belly cast decorated with Aboriginal artwork is being unveiled at Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital as part of a special event to highlight the health of Aboriginal mothers, babies and new families.
29-Oct-2014
Media Statement: Vale Gough Whitlam AC, QC (PDF)
Staff at Fairfield Hospital pass on their deepest condolences to the family of former Australian Prime Minister, The Hon. (Edward) Gough Whitlam AC, QC.
21-Oct-2014
125 year anniversary garden springs to life (PDF)
Bowral & District Hospital staff have a peaceful place to unwind following the unveiling of the new Quasquicentennial Garden today as part of the Hospital’s 125 year anniversary.
14-Oct-2014
Mental Health teams set themselves community challenges (PDF)
Staff and patients from Liverpool Hospital’s Mental Health Unit and Liverpool and Fairfield Therapy and Recovery Services are cycling and walking their way to better health this Mental Health Month (October).
09-Oct-2014
Take a break to recognise Carers’ hard work (PDF)
It’s Carers’ Week (12-18 October 2014) and South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is encouraging people to Take a break to recognise the amazing carers in our community.
08-Oct-2014
Macarthur Cancer Therapy Centre to treat more patients (PDF)
The Macarthur Cancer Therapy Centre at Campbelltown Hospital is one of the first Hospitals in Australia to begin treating patients with a new, advanced radiation therapy treatment machine.
01-Oct-2014
Hepatitis Awareness Week – look after your liver (PDF)
Health Experts at South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) are encouraging people to look after their body’s largest and hardest working organ during Hepatitis Awareness Week (28 July - 3 August).
24-Jul-2014
Liverpool Hospital sets stage for International Trauma Conference (PDF)
Liverpool Hospital will play host to leading international trauma experts as they share first-hand insights into the management of medical emergencies like the Asiana Airline crash in San Francisco, Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines, and the evacuated troops from the Middle East at the annual SWAN Trauma Conference this month.
23-Jul-2014
Local libraries help manage chronic pain this National Pain Week (PDF)
Macarthur locals suffering from chronic pain will benefit from the latest evidence-based information at Camden and Campbelltown Libraries this National Pain Week (21-27 July, 2014).
21-Jul-2014
Sweet success for diabetes booklet (PDF)
A diabetes booklet developed by the Liverpool City Lions Club in partnership with Liverpool Hospital in 2007 is being relaunched during Diabetes Week (14-18 July) following a donation from the Lions Club to print an extra 100,000 copies.
17-Jul-2014
Free HIV testing (PDF)
Health experts at South Western Sydney Local Health District are shining the spotlight on HIV during HIV Testing Week with a campaign to drive down the number of new infections by increasing testing, treatment and promotion of safe sex practices.
07-Jul-2014
Karitane welcomes new CEO (PDF)
The Karitane Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Grainne O’Loughlin as Chief Executive Officer.
02-Jul-2014
New Discharge Transit Unit for patients (PDF)
Patients discharged from Campbelltown Hospital now have a more comfortable place to rest while they wait for their family to pick them up, with the opening of a new Discharge Transit Unit as part of the $1394 million redevelopment of Campbelltown Hospital.
02-Jul-2014
Rug up and get moving to improve your heart health (PDF)
With shorter days and cooler temperatures, it can be hard to find the motivation to go outside and get moving during winter.
26-Jun-2014
Bowral kids add colour to 125 celebrations (PDF)
Primary school children across the Wingecarribee Shire are invited to become a very special part of Bowral & District Hospital’s 125 Anniversary celebrations by entering the 125 Birthday Art Competition.
17-Jun-2014
Go Dry this July for the Macarthur Cancer Therapy Centre (PDF)
The fundraiser that encourages people to give up alcohol for a month to support adults living with cancer is back in July, and Macarthur Cancer Therapy Centre is calling on the community to get on board.
11-Jun-2014
Healthy Heart Forum for Women (PDF)
Women’s Health experts at South Western Sydney Local Health District are encouraging women of all ages to come along to the Healthy Heart Forum on 12 June, 2014 to learn more about their heart health.
10-Jun-2014
Go Dry this July for the Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre (PDF)
The fundraiser that encourages people to give up alcohol for a month to support adults living with cancer is back in July, and Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre is calling on the community to get on board.
10-Jun-2014
New active travel map for Liverpool and Fairfield (PDF)
Fairfield and Liverpool residents will be able to discover their own backyards by foot and by bike, thanks to a new active travel map encouraging locals to get out and about.
30-May-2014
Kick the habit this World No Tobacco Day (PDF)
Experts at the South Western Sydney Local Health District are encouraging the 16.3 per cent of people who smoke in south western Sydney to take advantage of World No Tobacco Day on Friday 31 May 2014 and stub out their cigarette butts for good.
28-May-2014
‘A Walk in the Park’ towards quitting smoking (PDF)
Fairfield residents are encouraged to take a ‘Walk in the Park’ on Friday 30 May 2014, the day before World No Tobacco Day.
28-May-2014
Heart Health Week at Liverpool Hospital (PDF)
To celebrate Heart Week this May, Liverpool Hospital Cardiac Services are holding an open day on Wednesday, May 7, from 10am-1pm.
28-May-2014
Thanksgiving service to mark 125 years of caring (PDF)
St Jude’s Church in Bowral is holding a thanksgiving service on Sunday 8 June to celebrate the contribution of Bowral & District Hospital staff to the local community over the past 125 years.
27-May-2014
National Sorry Day (PDF)
Fairfield Hospital commemorated National Sorry Day today with a BBQ lunch, didgeridoo performance, a flag raising and stories from Aunty Val Linow and Aunty Rita Wenberg who will share their experiences as part of the Stolen Generations.
27-May-2014
Detection best form of prevention this Kidney Health Week (PDF)
Health experts are encouraging people to be aware of the symptoms of kidney disease this Kidney Health Week, from May 25 to 31.
26-May-2014
Refugee Health Service launches multilingual tool (PDF)
The NSW Refugee Health Service will celebrate its 15th birthday with the launch of a new multilingual Appointment Reminder Translation Tool, allowing people to book seven different types of health appointments in 17 different languages.
20-May-2014
Gambling services working with local businesses (PDF)
South Western Sydney Mental Health Gambling Help Service is reaching out to local businesses to encourage employees to keep an eye out for their work mates, as part of Responsible Gambling Awareness Week (RGAW) this May 26 - 31.
14-May-2014
Miller residents supported to ‘let bodies heal’ (PDF)
Aboriginal members of the Miller community will have more reason to quit smoking this month with the establishment of a new ‘quit group’ at the Miller Community Health Centre.
14-May-2014
Get walking (PDF)
Are you a keen walker, interested in having fun, making new friends and seeing Sydney’s sights?
14-May-2014
Free family law seminars (PDF)
The HUB Community Health Centre at Miller, along with South West Sydney Legal Centre is holding a series of free family law seminars.
14-May-2014
Bowral Hospital celebrates International Nurses Day (PDF)
Bowral & District Hospital will celebrate and thank nursing staff for their commitment to patient care and clinical excellence during International Nurses Day celebrations on Monday 12 May.
08-May-2014
Bankstown Hospital celebrates International Nurses Day (PDF)
Bankstown Hospital will celebrate and thank nursing staff for their commitment to patient care and clinical excellence during International Nurses Day celebrations on Monday 12 May.
08-May-2014
Fairfield Hospital Open Day (PDF)
The community is invited to an Open Day at Fairfield Hospital on Thursday 22 May between 10am and 2pm.
07-May-2014
Hospital quilts restored (PDF)
As part of its 125 year anniversary Bowral & District Hospital has restored three (banners) quilts created in 1990.
05-May-2014
Fairfield Special Care Nursery receives new cribs (PDF)
Parents of premature babies being treated at Fairfield Hospital’s Special Care Nursery can rest assured their bubs continue to receive excellent standards of care, thanks to generous donations from the Lions Club of Fairfield and the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce, as well as the Mamma Lena & Dino Gustin Foundation.
05-May-2014
The breast reminder this Mother’s Day (PDF)
Women are being encouraged to use this Mother’s Day as a ‘reason to screen’ - and to make a pledge to book in for a regular mammogram.
02-May-2014
International Midwive’s Day at Campbelltown Hospital (PDF)
A pair of gloves, a plastic sheet, gauze and soap can be some of the basic items needed for the safe delivery of a baby. They’re also some of the items that make up a ‘birthing kit’ which Campbelltown Hospital’s midwives will be assembling to mark International Day of the Midwife, on May 5.
01-May-2014
Enrol now to Get up and Get Fit (PDF)
The HUB Community Health Centre at Miller is challenging the community to Get Up and Get Fit during the colder months.
30-Apr-2014
Karitane sound system donation (PDF)
Mothers and babies at Karitane can now enjoy soothing sounds to help with their comfort and relaxation thanks to a new, comprehensive sound system generously donated by Rotary Clubs in the Macarthur region.
29-Apr-2014
Volunteer hospital guides wanted (PDF)
If you enjoy helping people and have some time to volunteer, the perfect opportunity is waiting for you.
28-Apr-2014
Stroke victim thanks staff who helped him walk again (PDF)
This time last year, 56-year-old Tony Finneran was in the first of a three-and-a-half week stint at Liverpool Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit, followed by months of treatment in wards at Liverpool and Bankstown Hospitals.
24-Apr-2014
Let you body heal – new quit group support for
Bankstown Aboriginal community (PDF)
Aboriginal members of the Bankstown community will have access to a new Quit Group from this month, where they can be supported to ‘quit smoking and let your body heal’.
17-Apr-2014
New group supports fun and friendship (PDF)
Local women of all ages and backgrounds are invited for a cuppa and a chat at The HUB’s new Women’s Support Group.
17-Apr-2014
Liverpool Hospital welcomes new General Manager (PDF)
South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Robynne Cooke as General Manager of Liverpool Hospital.
11-Apr-2014
Bankstown patients to benefit from 24/7
Emergency Surgical Services (PDF)
Patients at Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital will benefit from access to new 24-hour, seven day a week emergency surgical services from today.
07-Apr-2014
Medicate right to stay upright (PDF)
Health experts are highlighting the importance of managing medications to prevent falls as part of an April Falls campaign.
04-Apr-2014
National Youth Week - Share affection not infection (PDF)
Health experts are encouraging young people who are sexually active to Share Affection not Infection during National Youth Week (4-13 April) 2014 and get tested for sexually transmissible infections (STIs), in particular Chlamydia.
03-Apr-2014
National Youth Week - Share affection not infection (PDF)
Health experts are encouraging young people who are sexually active to Share Affection not Infection during National Youth Week (4-13 April) 2014 and get tested for sexually transmissible infections (STIs), in particular Chlamydia.
03-Apr-2014
Caddy Shack visits during National Youth Week (PDF)
Health experts are encouraging young people who are sexually active to Share Affection not Infection during National Youth Week 2014 and get tested for sexually transmissible infections (STIs), in particular Chlamydia.
27-Mar-2014
Top 5 Program (PDF)
An innovative program that helps personalise hospital care for patients with memory and thinking problems is being officially launched at Fairfield Hospital during Seniors Week (15 - 23 March 2014).
20-Mar-2014
Got a wound that won’t go? Get a wound expert. (PDF)
Have you ever wondered why a wound heals quickly and easily for one person and not for another?
19-Mar-2014
HUB helping more people as Centre turns 14 (PDF)
As staff at The HUB Community Health Centre at Miller this week marked their 14th birthday, they also celebrated a record breaking year, helping 1,400 more people in 2013 than in the previous year.
19-Mar-2014
Bowral & District Hospital celebrates 125 years (PDF)
This year Bowral & District Hospital is celebrating an important milestone – 125 years of caring for the local community.
17-Mar-2014
New Aboriginal Tobacco Control Project grants on offer (PDF)
The Aboriginal Tobacco Control Project is offering community grants for activities to help encourage Aboriginal communities to quit smoking.
17-Mar-2014
Projects aim to help Close the Gap (PDF)
This year, Bankstown Hospital will support National Close the Gap Day (20 March), with a focus on improving the identification of Aboriginal patients who present to the Hospital.
13-Mar-2014
Projects aim to help Close the Gap (PDF)
Liverpool Hospital marked National Close the Gap Day early, with a community celebration including the opening of a new Aboriginal Garden called The Quiet Dreaming Place, Aboriginal dancing, information stalls and a BBQ lunch on Thursday 13 March.
13-Mar-2014
Put your loved ones first and quit for good (PDF)
Many smokers may have heard of the health message: ‘every cigarette is doing you damage,’ but health experts are urging smokers to think of the damage every cigarette is doing to their loved ones.
13-Mar-2014
Projects aim to help Close the Gap (PDF)
Campbelltown Hospital will mark National Close the Gap Day with a morning tea on Friday 21 March 2014.
13-Mar-2014
Projects aim to help Close the Gap (PDF)
This year, Bankstown Hospital will support National Close the Gap Day (20 March), with a focus on improving the identification of Aboriginal patients who present to the Hospital.
13-Mar-2014
‘Inspiring Change’ this Women’s Day (PDF)
South Western Sydney Local Health District has celebrated International Women’s Day (IWD) today with a special screening at Liverpool Hospital of Girl Rising, a feature film about the strength of the human spirit and the power of education to change the world.
03-Mar-2014
Liverpool volunteers appreciated with morning tea (PDF)
Liverpool Hospital volunteers took a break from their supportive services to be thanked by Hospital staff as part of NSW Health Volunteer Appreciation Day, on February 24.
24-Feb-2014
NSW DonateLife, Lions Clubs and Bunnings
join forces during DonateLife Week:
visit Bankstown or Greenacre Bunnings Warehouse March 1-2 (PDF)
In a phenomenal joint initiative, almost all 75 NSW Bunnings stores will have DonateLife information stands manned by more than 100 members of the NSW Lions Clubs during DonateLife Week 2014.
24-Feb-2014
Fairfield Dietetics promote Healthy Weight Week (PDF)
Experts from Fairfield Hospital are encouraging people to learn how to achieve and maintain a healthy weight and develop healthy eating habits this Australia’s Healthy Weight Week (AHWW), from February 17 to 23.
17-Feb-2014
24 Hour Fight Against Cancer commits $300,000
to Cancer Wellness Centre at Camden (PDF)
The planned Cancer Wellness Centre at Camden is off to a strong start, with 24 Hour Fight Against Cancer Macarthur committing $300,000 to the project.
14-Feb-2014
HAVE THE CHAT THAT SAVES LIVES: DISCOVER, DECIDE AND DISCUSS ORGAN AND TISSUE DONATION (PDF)
South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is supporting DonateLife Week, Australia’s national awareness week to promote organ and tissue donation.
13-Feb-2014
Macarthur Wig Library welcomes $15,000 donation (PDF)
The ‘Macarthur Ladies Night Out’ has raised $15,000 for the Macarthur Cancer Therapy Centre’s Wig Library.
06-Feb-2014
Pacific kids in Minto ‘Go4Fun’ start to year (PDF)
Children from the Pacific community in South Western Sydney are learning to love exercise and boost their self-esteem with thanks to the free Go4Fun program.
06-Feb-2014
Mosquito virus warning (PDF)
South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is warning residents and visitors to take extra precautions and protect themselves against mosquito bites and mosquito-borne diseases.
05-Feb-2014
Measles outbreak sparks health warning for travellers
to the Philippines (PDF)
An ongoing measles outbreak in the Philippines has prompted an urgent reminder for people travelling to the Philippines to check they and their children are fully immunised for measles before their departure.
05-Feb-2014
Clarke on board to bat for Liverpool (PDF)
Australian Cricket Captain and local hero Michael Clarke has been named an ambassador of the South Western Sydney Cancer Wellness Centres, to be built at Liverpool and Camden.
31-Jan-2014
Redevelopment reaches new heights (PDF)
Campbelltown Hospital is celebrating a major milestone this week with construction workers having reached the highest point of the new building concrete structure as part of the $139m Redevelopment.
29-Jan-2014
Health warning - don't handle injured bats (PDF)
The South Western Sydney Local Health District Public Health Unit has issued a warning about the dangers of handling bats, given the threat of the deadly Australian Lyssavirus that can be passed on from bites and scratches from bats.
24-Jan-2014
Parents urged to check-in on healthy weight (PDF)
South Western Sydney Local Health District experts are encouraging parents to learn what a healthy weight range is, after studies show many parents don’t know their kids are overweight.
22-Jan-2014
Ditch the packaging and freshen up lunchboxes this school year (PDF)
With the new school year about to kick off, South Western Sydney health experts are encouraging parents to take to their kid’s lunchboxes to make a healthy difference.
22-Jan-2014
Diploma of Enrolled Nursing scholarships (PDF)
School leavers, people thinking about a change in career or anyone with an interest in caring for others are being encouraged by South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) to apply for 300 scholarships for the Diploma of Enrolled Nursing program which are now on offer through NSW Health.
21-Jan-2014
Scholarship for budding psychologist (PDF)
18 year old Daniel Bollom from Bowral is this year’s recipient of the Bowral & District Hospital Centenary Scholarship.
20-Jan-2014
Immunise children for the new school year (PDF)
As a new school year approaches, parents are reminded to make sure their children are fully immunised before beginning primary school.
17-Jan-2014
First steps in a big new world (PDF)
The first day of school is the beginning of an exciting adventure but it can also be a little scary for many youngsters.
14-Jan-2014
Make sure your healthy New Year’s resolutions last (PDF)
The New Year often brings with it a promise of healthy resolutions, but sometimes plans of shifting excess weight, exercising regularly or making healthy improvements to diet become difficult to maintain.
14-Jan-2014
Summer safety for your baby (PDF)
Most of us find it difficult to stay cool and comfortable during a long hot summer, but it’s even harder for babies, who rely on our help to control their body temperature and the environment around them.
13-Jan-2014
New health plan for south western Sydney (PDF)
Preventing illness, improving research and education and strengthening the health workforce are just some of the priorities outlined in South Western Sydney Local Health District’s eight year Strategic and Healthcare Services Plan launched recently.
08-Jan-2014
Free health clinic for women (PDF)
Women’s health nurses are making it easier for local women to take time out of their busy schedules to look after their health and wellbeing.
08-Jan-2014
Meningococcal disease alert (PDF)
Public health officials are warning people to be alert to the early symptoms of meningococcal disease after an 18 year man was treated for the condition. He is in a stable condition at Campbelltown Hospital.
06-Jan-2014
