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Fairfield Women's Health Service

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25.01.2022 Face to face appointments have returned for: Casework and Counselling Ring 9755 0008Face to face appointments have returned for: Casework and Counselling Ring 9755 0008

25.01.2022 Morning motivation from FWHS! I think our dietitian would be happy with this one! #wearacrown #fruity #inspirationalquotes #fridayvibes #weekendmood #confience #bankstowncouncil #womenshealth #empowerment #womensupportwomen #bankstownwomenshealthcentre #pinapple #kindessquotes #strength

25.01.2022 Eid Mubarak to all our sisters celebrating today.

24.01.2022 Keep Looking When Cooking - a life saving tip from Fire and Rescue NSW. 'Never use water to put out a fat or oil fire' 'If a fire in your kitchen becomes unmanageable - get out, stay out, and call Triple Zero'... #winter #womenshealth #COVID19 #Cooking #fire #nswfireandrescue #PreparedForAnything #ProtectTheIrreplaceable #HelpUsHelpYou

22.01.2022 Today is R U OK day!. Our team at Fairfield Womens Heallth Service would like to extend the "are you ok question"? to all our followers and anyone who comes across our post today and every day. If you feel as though you are not doing OK, FWHW has services to assist which includes counselling and case work. Any of our staff are also able to help by having a friendly conversation with you and directing you to networks which may be able to help as well. ... We encourage you to contact a friend a family member a organisation or your local GP if you ever feel you need assistance no matter how big or small you feel it may be! Also, we have pasted the link directly from the R U OK website with many organisations and their contact details to access help which you can contact immediately. https://www.ruok.org.au/findhelp

21.01.2022 Do you have flu like symptoms? COVID19 FLU ASSESSMENT CLINICS are available to any one displaying symptoms and wishes to get tested. See below for locations in your area.

20.01.2022 As we head into the long weekend, please keep social distancing and hygiene practises in place. If you feel unwell , it is recommended you stay home, consult your GP and/or get tested for COVID19 at your nearest testing centre. Also keep in mind to drink responsibly and DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE. ... Most of all try and embrace the easing of restrictions however ensure to practise the above as all save lives! @nswhealth @roadsafetytransport #nswhealth #womenshealth #nswpolice #roadsafety.transport.nsw.gov.au #COVID19 #winter #longweekend #savelives #socialdistancing #stayhomeifsick #easingofrestrictions The following services are available in case of emergency. Emergency 000 -ask for police, ambulance or fire services 24/7 Domestic Violence Line : 1800 656 463 24/7 24/7 Link 2 Home (Homelessness services: 1800 152 152 24/7 Lifeline (crisis support helpline): 13 11 14 24/7

20.01.2022 Fairfield Women's Health Service has gone digital!

18.01.2022 Vitamin C, scientifically referred to as L-ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin which is found naturally in select foods. Vitamin C is also added to food products as well as being available in supplement form. Along with its multiple other roles in the human body, Vitamin C has gained popularity due to its role in building immune function and assisting in the absorption of non-heme iron (iron based in plant foods). Vitamin C (Ascorbate) is found widely in fruits and veg...etables. Great sources include the following: Blackcurrants Guava Citrus and kiwi fruit Broccoli Sprouts Tomatoes and tomato juice Potatoes Red and green pepper Strawberries Cantaloupe Our dietitian recommends that although Vitamin C plays a vital role in our health and has multiple benefits, it is essential to keep within the Australian guide to healthy eating for fruits and vegetables which is 5 vegetables and 2 fruits. Also our dietitian recommends you consume a variety of fruits and vegetables to eat from all colours of the rainbow. For more information head to https://www.eatforhealth.gov.au//australian-guide-healthy- to read more about healthy eating. Furthermore head to https://www.nrv.gov.au/nutrients/vitamin-c for more insight into Vitamin C information. References https://ods.od.nih.gov/factshe/VitaminC-HealthProfessional/ https://www.nrv.gov.au/nutrients/vitamin-c #vitaminC #winter2020 #cold #coldandflu #flu #womenshealth #orange #COVID19 #nutrition #dietitian #stayhealthy #isolation

17.01.2022 FWHS is asking for your feedback! Help us make our Facebook page contain content you would like to see. Comment below what you would like to see on our Facebook page.

16.01.2022 Since 8pm last night, there have been no new cases of COVID-19 diagnosed. The total number of cases in NSW remains at 3,117. There were 9,746 tests carried out ...in the reporting period, compared with 5,703 in the previous 24 hours. NSW Health would like to thank those with symptoms for coming forward, getting tested and ensuring cases in the community are identified as quickly as possible. The virus is likely to be still circulating in the community. People with mild symptoms or those who show no obvious symptoms can unknowingly pass it to others. It remains essential that everyone maintains social distancing of 1.5m and regularly washes their hands to minimise the risk of virus transmission. NSW Health is again urging anyone feeling unwell even with the mildest of symptoms such as a runny nose or scratchy throat to isolate from others and get tested. It is vital that people continue to come forward for testing. Locations and opening hours of COVID-19 clinics are available here https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics

14.01.2022 Winter is around the corner . It is more vital than ever to continue practising social distancing of 1.5 m between you and the next person as well as practising good hygiene. Now that we are heading into winter, as well as COVID19, the winter colds and flu will also be surfacing. ... Ensure you are washing and sanitizing your hands frequently. If you feel any symptoms of COVID19 or the cold or flu stay home and get tested for COVID19 or call your GP to discuss. If you cough or sneeze, do so into your elbow or into a tissue (throw into a rubbish bin immedietly) and keep your fluids up and keep healthy. #nswhealth #Covid19 #womenshealth #winter #coldandflu #winter2020 #flu2020 #hydrate #nutrition #nourish #socialdistance #hygiene

13.01.2022 Refugee Week is here! Join us to celebrate the contributions of refugees and, together, #imagine a different world. #RefugeeWeek2020 starts today, and there's lots of ways to take part. Join us >> https://buff.ly/2MY75QM

13.01.2022 Its Refugee Week a time to raise awareness about issues affecting people from a refugee background. This year the theme is Celebrating the Year of Welcome.... As face to face events are not currently taking place, theres a chance to join a number of online panel discussions, spoken word poetry events and the STARTTS Humanitarian Awards. To register for one of these events, visit refugeeweek.org.au See more

11.01.2022 With restrictions easing from tomorrow, its important to continue to stay 1.5m away from others and wash your hands regularly. If you feel unwell, please get t...ested and stay home until you get your results. In order to stay on top of the virus, we cant let down our guard. Q. Do the 5 visitors include children? A. Yes, it is 5 visitors in total including children. Q. Can I have 10 people visit my home if we are outdoors? A. No. An outdoor gathering means a gathering in a park or public place. In your home you can only have up to 5 visitors. Q. Can I train outdoors with up to 10 people? A. Yes. Remember to maintain physical distancing. Q. Can I have a picnic? A. Yes, so long as it is with up to 10 people total. Q. What are the rules for cafes, restaurants, pubs and clubs? A. They can have up to 10 patrons seated at any one time and can continue to provide take away. They must also continue to apply the 4sqm rules and patrons must exercise 1.5m in social distancing. Q. What are the rules about using outdoor equipment? A. You can use outdoor exercise and playground equipment, but do so with caution. Wash your hands before and after you use this equipment. Assume the person who has used the equipment before you has the virus. Q. What are the restrictions on outdoor pools? A. Outdoor pools can operate but can have no more than 10 people at a time and no more than one person per lane. Change areas will also remain closed. Q. Will there be police enforcement/penalties for people who do not follow the rules? A. Yes. It is extremely important that we all stay vigilant and maintain the rules around physical distancing. We cannot afford to be complacent. NSW Police will continue to work with the community to help maintain the gains we have made together. Q. Is local and regional travel allowed for holidays and recreation in NSW? A. No. NSW is not yet ready to allow regional travel and holidays. Q. When will the next round of restrictions be eased? A. This decision will always be based on data and the best available health advice. NSW will monitor the impacts of the latest round of eased restrictions.

08.01.2022 We are covid ready for services to return to the centre . Limited centre appointments for casework, and counselling. Further services will transition over the following months. Safety precautions must be followed to protect staff and clients. Groups and activities will continue on line until further notice.

08.01.2022 Our CEO Mariam Mourad speaking to SBS Womens Health Week

08.01.2022 FWHC celebrated a very special event today. The FWHC located at Arthur West Memorial Hall, reached a significant milestone, thanks to #fasttrackcommunications #commbox and #logitech who generously donated a state of the art conferencing system to enable our service to deliver services to reach the most vulnerable members of our community. Mayor Frank Carbone, Mariam Mourad, Kate Meyer, Amani Haydar and Fatima Kourouche, joined the celebrations and to showcase the newly refurbished Centre now fit to meet the needs of the 21 century workplace.

08.01.2022 Huge win! New laws proposed to protect against Animal Abuse and Domestic and Family Violence! - https://mailchi.mp//exciting-announcements-invitations-206

06.01.2022 What are the signs and symptoms of breast cancer? #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth is an important reminder to speak to a doctor about any concerns you have findin...g cancer early can save lives. Find out more about breast cancer symptoms: www.cancer.nsw.gov.au//diagnos/diagnosis/noticing-symptoms Together with checking for symptoms, it's important to keep up with regular breast screening. If you're aged 5074, book your free breast screen with BreastScreen NSW by calling 13 20 50 or visiting https://book.breastscreen.nsw.gov.au/.

05.01.2022 As we head into the second month of winter, let's not forgot to practise social distancing, hand hygiene and get tested for COVID19 if you have any of the symptoms below. More so, if you feel unwell, it is important to stay home and visit your GP/get tested for COVID19. *please be mindful that our female nurse is only for women's health and not for the general colds and flu *

05.01.2022 Food and COVID19 - Tips for shopping and handling food safety in English, Arabic and Vietnamese #coronaviruspandemic2020 #COVID2019 #healthyshopping #healthycooking #sanitize #staysafe #stayhome #socialdistancing #vietnameseresources #arabicresource #foodsecurity #winter2020 #vietnamese #arabic #keepourhealthcareworkerssafe ... @NSWHEALTH @SWSLHD

03.01.2022 For 8 minutes and 46 seconds, the word humanity and equality were non-existent. For 8 minutes and 46 seconds, violence was the cause of a loss of human life. For 8 minutes and 46 seconds, another person was stripped of their dignity and right to live at the hands of violence.... On the 25th of May 2020, it was not COVID19 which took the life of George Flyod, it was a pandemic which has been around for many years. It is the pandemic of racism and discrimination that our sisters and brothers of colour have been facing for many years to date. It is the 25th of May which has sparked and united a globe already struggling to stand together as one and unite irrespective of colour, race or religion. As civil rights activist Rev Al Sharpton put it, it is time we all embrace the notion in support of our brothers and sisters of colour - it is time to stand up and get your knee of our necks. Here at BWHC and FWHC, our vision is to build a stronger community in which ALL women and their families have access to and are able to realise and reach their full potential without fear of prejudice, violence or abuse. We embrace, support and advocate for all clients, community and stakeholders with women of colour. We do not discriminate and see the potential in all women irrespective of their colour, culture or religion. We stand united, with our sisters of colour in a time were for 8 minutes and 46 seconds injustice was displayed and caught for the world to see. To see the injustice literally placed upon George flyod and others deceased in the past of the same fate the pandemic of racism and discrimination through violence. #itneedstostop #georgefloyd #COVID19 #equality #justice #womenshealth #domesticviolence #violence #discrimination #racism #discrimination

02.01.2022 EXCITING NEWS Our female nurse Wendy Patterson is back for face to face appointments as of the 2nd of July by appointment only! Please call us on 9755 0008 to make an appointment. ... Please be mindful of the following 1. If you are have flu like symptoms prior to your appointment, we kindly ask you to reschedule your appointment to ensure the safety of our staff. 2. Please try and attend solo as nil family members can come up with you. They will have to wait outside. 3. If you have a temperature on the day, your appointment will be cancelled and rescheduled so if you know you are unwell ahead of time please reschedule. 4. Please have your Medicare and concession card ready to present. We are excited to see our clients returning to the centre and welcome you all back.

01.01.2022 * Image reposted from @headspace_aus * Self care..... what do we really mean what we talk about self care?? The image says it all! ... Self care is asking for help spending time alone putting yourself first asking for what you need setting boundaries staying home saying no forgiving yourself taking a step back So if any of the above are things that you feel you have wanted to do, it is ok and encouraged as part of self care. #selfcare #COVID19 #headspace #selfworth #forgivenessisforyou #womenshealth #nswhealth #timetoself #meditation #mentalwellness #loveself #headspaceaustralia #fairfieldsydney #cabramattasydney #fairfieldcouncil #fairfieldadvance #fairfieldcitychampion

01.01.2022 Gyms are open, you can now have up to 20 people for gatherings and food courts are open as of today It is more vital than ever to continue practising social distancing of 1.5 m between you and the next person as well as practising good hygiene. Now that we are heading into winter, as well as COVID19, the winter colds and flu will also be surfacing. ... Ensure you are washing and sanitizing your hands frequently. If you feel any symptoms of COVID19 or the cold or flu stay home and get tested for COVID19 or call your GP to discuss. If you cough or sneeze, do so into your elbow or into a tissue (throw into a rubbish bin immedietly) and keep your fluids up and keep healthy. #nswhealth #Covid19 #womenshealth #winter #coldandflu #winter2020 #flu2020 #hydrate #nutrition #nourish #socialdistance #hygiene #easingrestrictions #GYM #gatherings

01.01.2022 Good news for gender equality !