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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24.01.2022 NSW Premier’s Bushfire Emergency Citation awarded to three Far West LHD employees A huge congratulations and well done to Melissa McInnes, Sarah Koronis and Heba Day who have been awarded a NSW Premier’s Bushfire Emergency Citation. The citation recognises the outstanding contribution of volunteers and service agency personnel who played a significant role in the emergency response effort to combat the 2019-2020 bushfires in NSW. In response to the needs of communities in NSW... during the crisis, the three Mental Health Drug and Alcohol Services staff showed dedication, selflessness and sacrifice and were deployed as part of the emergency response team, helping people on the ground through such a traumatic event. They were presented with the NSW Premier’s Bushfire Emergency Citation. The insignia of the Citation is a rectangular silver framed navy-blue bar featuring a red stripe to signify the bushfire event, and the NSW State Flower (Waratah). It was accompanied by a Letter from the Premier of NSW and a Certificate co-signed by the Premier and Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons. They also received an embroidered Commemorative Cap. The citation was presented in a local ceremony by Ms Jodie Miller, Program Director MHDA, Far West LHD. This citation from the Premier is in recognition of your dedication and support to those communities and community members who needed you at such a devastating time, said Ms Miller. On behalf of the FWLHD, I wish to congratulate each of you for your contribution and service to the emergency bushfire response and the people you helped. PHOTO: Jodie Miller, Program Director MHDA, Far West LHD presented (from left) Sarah Koronis, Melissa McInnes and Heba Day with their NSW Premier’s Bushfire Emergency Citation.

24.01.2022 Out and about? Don’t forget to pack hand sanitiser and some masks in a ziplock bag. Stay COVID safe. Remember, the best protection against COVID-19 is to do all of the following:... > Keep 1.5m apart. > Wash your hands regularly. > Stay home and get tested immediately if unwell. > Wear a mask if unable to physically distance. Even if you’re wearing a face mask, it’s really important to keep your distance from others, unless you live together.

23.01.2022 Today is World Kindness Day! Things you can do to help spread the kindness are: - Log an Act of Kindness with the Kindness Factory https://kindnessfactory.com/kindness-log/... - Send an uplifting text to a friend or family member - Share a compliment with a co-worker or friend - Treat someone to a cup of coffee - Smile and say hello to a stranger See more

20.01.2022 CLOSED TODAY - DRIVE THRU COVID-19 CLINIC The Drive Thru COVID-19 clinic at the Community Health Centre is closed today. The clinic will reopen on Monday, for the rest of the week from 9am to 11am.... If you require screening and testing, you can still go to the Broken Hill Health Service COVID-19 Clinic in Thomas Street for assessment and testing. This clinic is open 7 days, 10am to 8pm. Even if you have one symptom or the mildest of symptoms, get tested for COVID-19. 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. If you have any questions or concerns you can call the National COVID 19 Call Centre on 1800 020 080. For any Public Health related issues contact 1300 066 055.

18.01.2022 WATCH: Dr Jeremy McAnulty provides a COVID-19 update for Thursday 26 November.

15.01.2022 We're on Twitter! Yes, the FWLHD has joined the tweeters. You can check us out at https://twitter.com/FarWestLHD

15.01.2022 Hospital visitors reminded of new arrangements Patients at Broken Hill Health Service are now allowed one visitor at any one time. Previously patients were restricted to one visitor per patient per day. Visitor hours remain the same: 10am to 12noon and 5pm to 7pm each day. (Visitor hours do not impact on people with health appointments or attending the Emergency Department).... Everyone is asked to adhere to these new visitor arrangements, and avoid all non-essential visits to the hospital. Visitors are also reminded to bring a mask or face covering to wear if they are coming to a Far West LHD facility, to help prevent a COVID-19 outbreak in the health service. Wearing a mask or face covering whilst visiting a patient in a FWLHD facility is mandatory. This rule also applies to anyone attending a medical appointment in a FWLHD health service. Remember - 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 get a test at our Drive Thru Clinic at the Community Health Centre (9am to 11am, Monday to Friday) or at COVID-19 clinic at the Broken Hill Health Service in Thomas Street, 10am to 8pm seven days a week. Don't become complacent about COVID-19 - if you have a symptom, get tested, no matter how mild!

14.01.2022 WARNING: Rise in viral gastroenteritis in Broken Hill community We are urging people to take precautions amid a rise in viral gastroenteritis cases in the Broken Hill community. FWLHD Director of Public Health, Priscilla Stanley, said gastroenteritis is highly infectious and may spread rapidly. We’re seeing a few spikes in the number of people presenting to hospital with gastro symptoms in Broken Hill, Ms Stanley said. ... The best defence is to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and running water for at least 10 seconds before handling and eating food, and always wash your hands after using the toilet, changing nappies or assisting someone who has diarrhoea or vomiting. Infants or children in childcare or school who develop vomiting or diarrhoea should stay at home for at least 48 hours after their symptoms have stopped, as should staff members and anyone whose work involves handling food or looking after children, the elderly or patients. Symptoms of viral gastroenteritis include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, fever, abdominal pain, headache and muscle aches. They can take up to three days to develop and usually last between one or two days, sometimes longer. The main treatment for viral gastroenteritis is to rest and drink plenty of fluids. Most people recover without complications, but gastroenteritis can be serious for infants, people with suppressed immune systems and the elderly. Anyone recovering from gastroenteritis should avoid visiting hospitals and aged care facilities to avoid spreading the infection to those most vulnerable. Any person living in a household affected by gastroenteritis should refrain from visiting these high-risk areas until at least 48 hours after the last person in the household has recovered. For more information visit: www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infect/gastroenteritis//default.aspx

11.01.2022 We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Clinical Nurse Consultant to join the vibrant, multidisciplinary team in the paediatrics department of the Broken Hill Hospital: http://e.rfer.us/HEALTHNSWGOVzPpaHF In the role you will provide expert clinical advice to young patients, their families and other health care professionals within the paediatric specialty. Looking to take that next step in your career? Apply today.

10.01.2022 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]

07.01.2022 Aboriginal Health Framework Preparation The Far West LHD has engaged a Consultant Claire McKendrick to prepare the Aboriginal Health Framework. Claire prepared the NSW Health Aboriginal Health Plan 2013-2023. Consultations will be held across the district to ensure we gather feedback from our Aboriginal communities and staff to provide advice to the Framework. The Framework will guide the LHD in ensuring the health services in the far west are redesigned to provide cultur...ally safe and responsive care. A small working group of Aboriginal staff will oversee the governance and provide advice for the preparation of the Framework.

06.01.2022 COVID-19 won't stop Santa coming to NSW this year. He’s been granted an exemption by Minister for Health Brad Hazzard.

01.01.2022 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