Health
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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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