Far West Local Health District in Broken Hill, New South Wales | Community organisation

Far West Local Health District

Locality: Broken Hill, New South Wales

Phone: +61 8 8080 1333

Address: 2-4 Sulphide Street 2880 Broken Hill, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.fwlhd.health.nsw.gov.au

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25.01.2022 If you have any questions or concerns about COVID-19 you can call the National COVID 19 Call Centre on 1800 020 080 or Healthdirect on 1800 022 222. For any Public Health related issues contact 1300 066 055. Up to date information on COVID-19 https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx ... Latest updates: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//dise/Pages/coronavirus.aspx Find the facts: https://preview.nsw.gov.au/covid-/find-facts-about-covid-19 NSW Health response: https://bit.ly/2V2jeaV Advice for travellers: https://preview.nsw.gov.au/covi/travel-and-transport-advice Health professionals: https://bit.ly/3dZQibZ

25.01.2022 DO YOU WANT TO SHARE YOUR STORY? Would you like to share your Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Journey? The Far West LHD’s Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Directorate are creating promotional and educational films about the value of peer work. ... We are looking to showcase stories of people who have used our Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Services and in particular, people who have been engaged in our peer work programs and had positive outcomes. Sound like you?? If you are interested but worried about being on camera or being people knowing your identity, please contact Chelsea to discuss. We can look at options such as you doing a voice-over only of the film (so not on camera) or our staff can voice your story on your behalf. Expressions of interest close Monday 14 December 2020. Filming will take place early 2021. Your participation will be paid. To share your story or for more information, contact Chelsea Edwards, Manager of Consumer and Carer Engagement MHDA on 08 8080 1525 or [email protected]

23.01.2022 There is no longer a QLD-NSW border zone. NSW residents that have not been in a COVID-19 hotspot in the last 14 days can travel anywhere in QLD. Currently, there are 32 Sydney LGAs considered as hotspots: http://bit.ly/Hotspots-QLD-Government You need to complete a border declaration pass before entering QLD: http://bit.ly/QLD-Border-Pass

22.01.2022 New open hours for Drive Thru COVID Clinic The Drive Thru COVID-19 clinic at the Community Health Centre is now open from 9am to 11am, Monday to Friday. If you have even one symptom, and even if it is mild, get a test. Symptoms can include fever, cough, shortness of breath, chills, body aches, sore or scratchy throat, headache, runny nose, muscle pain, vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea, or loss of taste or smell.... You can also go to the COVID-19 clinic at the Broken Hill Health Service in Thomas Street (open seven days a week, 10am to 8pm) for a test. Testing is also available at the RFDS Respiratory Clinic, Maari Ma and at each of the LHD’s facilities across the Far West. Remember, don't become complacent about COVID-19 - if you have a symptom, get tested, no matter how mild!

19.01.2022 NSW Health: COVID-19 update for Monday, 2 November 2020:

18.01.2022 We are seeking an Internal Medicine Physician for an exciting opportunity at The Broken Hill Hospital: http://e.rfer.us/HEALTHNSWGOVMKxZEl General Medicine Specialists are preferred but other specialties will be considered. Join an enthusiastic team of professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional healthcare services to remote communities... Supported by a full team of dedicated junior staff Participation in a reasonable on call roster that enables a better work life balance Competitive remuneration package including relocation costs and other incentives Interested? Apply today. #physician #internalmedicine #generalmedicine

15.01.2022 ACON Peer Education Workshop Join us and ‘Go out with a BANG’ in our end of year online workshops for Regional NSW LGBTQ+ community members [18+]. Connect with others from across regional NSW as we explore what brings us together as a community, and how to look after our sexual health. The sessions will be held online via zoom, with each session running for approx. 2 hours.... Online session dates: Saturday 5 December 2:00pm - 4:00pm (GBQ+ men [cis and trans inclusive]) Topic: HIV & Sexual Health Saturday 5 December 2:00pm - 4:00pm (All LGBTQ+ community members) Topic: LGBTQ Sexual Health Thursday 10 December, 7:00pm - 9:00pm (All LGBTQ+ community members) Topic: Our Identities, Lives and Experiences Note: This workshop is aimed at sexuality and gender diverse community members (LGBTQ+) and those wanting to explore their identity. We plan on hosting workshops inclusive of our fabulous allies sometime in the future, so hang tight! Register for one or both workshops here: www.aconhealth.org.au/bang If you have any questions about these workshops or our work in general, please contact [email protected]

14.01.2022 Good news for VIC and NSW residents! The NSW-VIC border is opening up at 12:01AM on November 23. Once the border reopens, permits will no longer be required and you will not have to quarantine upon arrival. More info http://bit.ly/nsw-vic-border

13.01.2022 NSW Health: Dr Jeremy McAnulty provides a COVID-19 update for Tuesday 3 November.

13.01.2022 It's World AIDS Day on 1 December and you're invited to a movie night to commemorate the event. See flyer for details:

10.01.2022 SHARE YOUR STORY! Are you interested in sharing your Mental Health Drug and Alcohol story to help us promote the value of Peer Work in Mental Health Services? Have you been engaged with our Mental Health Peer Workers and would like to share your experiences?... The Far West LHD’s Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Directorate are creating promotional and educational films about the value of peer work. We are looking to showcase stories of people who have used our Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Services and in particular, people who have been engaged in our peer work programs and had positive outcomes. Keen to be involved?? Expressions of interest close Thursday 12 November 2020. Filming will take place Monday 16 November 2020. Paid participation. To share your story, contact Chelsea Edwards, Manager of Consumer and Carer Engagement MHDA on 08 8080 1525 or [email protected]

09.01.2022 New combined Parent Group! Due to low numbers for New Parent Group a decision has been made to combine the group with the Coffee and Conversation Group starting TOMORROW (Monday 2 November 2020) at 9:30am at Patton Street Park. The the group is aimed at parents with children 6 weeks 4 years old, guest speakers, children activities and advice will be available from health professionals. Please make sure you text 0428 042 852 your intention to attend due to COVID restrictions.

09.01.2022 Building the Future of Peer and Consumer Workers in the Far West Our staff have been busily creating some resources focusing on the value and importance of Peer and Consumer Work in the delivery of Mental Health Services in the Far West. Broken Hill Productions and Far West LHD have partnered together to produce two videos to embed lived-experience in our service delivery. ... We look forward to showcasing these resources early next year. Pictured during filming this week were Corina Kemp, Aboriginal MHDA Clinical Leader, FWLHD with Jason King and Grant Bennett of Broken Hill Productions.

03.01.2022 TODAY! New combined Parent Group! Due to low numbers for New Parent Group a decision has been made to combine the group with the Coffee and Conversation Group starting TODAY (Monday 2 November 2020) at 9:30am at Patton Street Park. The the group is aimed at parents with children 6 weeks 4 years old, guest speakers, children activities and advice will be available from health professionals. Please make sure you text 0428 042 852 your intention to attend due to COVID restrictions.

03.01.2022 Healthy and Active for Life Online - Registrations Open! Did you know that we should be exercising on most days of the week? It’s never too late to start! NSW Health’s FREE Healthy and Active for Life Online program is designed to help older adults start exercising in the comfort of their own home. All you need is internet access, a computer or tablet and some space to exercise! Sign up today at: www.activeandhealthy.nsw.gov.au... For more information or to refer participants please contact Philipa Wrench, Active Ageing Coordinator on (02) 6809 8975 OR [email protected]

03.01.2022 NEW VISITOR RULES AT BH HOSPITAL New visitor restrictions are now in force at the Broken Hill Health Service in response to the rapidly changing circumstances of the South Australian COVID-19 situation. All adult patients in the Broken Hill Health Service are restricted to one nominated visitor per day for one hour (as of Friday, 20 November 2020 at 12.01am).... Visitor hours are also now 11am to 12noon OR 6pm to 7pm each day. The new visitor restrictions is in addition to visitor measures already in place at FWLHD health services to ensure patient and staff safety during the COVID-19 pandemic and situation in South Australia. They aim to further protect hospital patients, and those more vulnerable to the virus, as well as our staff and ultimately the community. These visitor restrictions will remain in force until further notice, as an added precaution to prevent an outbreak of COVID-19 in the health service. Please avoid all non-essential visits to the hospital. We want to minimise as much as we can, non-essential foot traffic through the health service. This will help in the event of an outbreak and contact tracing is required. Individual circumstances impacted by the new arrangements may be considered on a case by case basis through requests to health service management. Signs will be displayed about the new restrictions and information passed out at the entry Concierge service. We ask for your understanding, support and patience during this time as we move through the current developments in South Australia.

01.01.2022 Don’t leave checking-in by QR code or pen/paper up to someone else. It’s your responsibility to help keep our community COVID-safe. There's two ways to check in to a business, venue or organisation: 1. Contactless If the business displays a QR code, check in using your Android or iOS device. 2. Pen and paper If contactless check-in is unavailable, ensure your handwriting is clear. Bring your own pen, if possible. Wash or sanitise your hands after checking in. ... For more information on COVID Safe check-in visit www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/covid-safe/qr-codes