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25.01.2022 Celebrating NAIDOC Week? Check in with your mob.

25.01.2022 The flu shot is safe and free for all children from six months of age to under five years. Speak to your GP about getting your child the free flu shot today. Find out more: health.nsw.gov.au/flu

24.01.2022 I became a Registered Nurse, as many do, because of an innate sense of wanting to care for and help people. Nurses are often in a unique position where they hav...e the opportunity to make a lasting impact on someone’s life, something I view as a privilege. As a Nurse Counsellor at BreastScreen NSW, my day involves talking with women after their screening mammogram to organise an assessment appointment as well as answering clinical questions. The most rewarding part of my job is being able to support a woman through what can be a very anxious time. I often reflect on a quote from Maya Angelou that I believe stands true; I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. I see women of all ages on assessment days supporting each other and it is these moments that make my job most heartening. To a woman who is hesitant to get a mammogram, I would say it is 20 minutes that could save your life. Tammica Nurse Counsellor, BreastScreen NSW

24.01.2022 HIV testing is easy and confidential. An early diagnosis means a long and healthy life. Ask your doctor for a test today and keep living well www.health.nsw.gov.au/hiv-test

23.01.2022 As Perinatal Mental Health Week (November 8-14) gets underway, expectant and new parents who are feeling more anxious or down than usual are being encouraged to ask for support. Perinatal mental illnesses like anxiety and depression are common and can be serious. One in five expecting or new mothers and one in ten expecting or new fathers will experience anxiety and/or depression, affecting around 100,000 families across Australia every year.... For more information, visit https://www.health.nsw.gov.au///parents/Pages/default.aspx

21.01.2022 It was a picture-perfect backdrop for one of the Mid North Coast's biggest charity golf days today as 130 women, dressed in pink, took to the greens to raise funds for local breast cancer patients. A big thank you to Port Macquarie Women's Golf Club for their continued support of our breast cancer patients at the Mid North Coast Cancer Institute.

21.01.2022 Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. Everyone deserves a life free from violence. If you are experiencing domestic or family violence, we encourage you to speak out. If you or your family are in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000).

20.01.2022 Participants are needed for a study looking at people over the age of 50 who have recently been discharged from treatment for low back pain. The study will evaluate whether exercising after discharge for treatment for low back pain improves outcomes for people and decreases health care use. It also aims to assess whether exercising with a ‘buddy’ is better than exercising alone. To participate,visit: http://bit.ly/BuddyStudyPreScreening

19.01.2022 Q fever is a serious illness that starts with flu-like symptoms. Encourage your family to discuss vaccination with their GP. Learn more at https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//fa/Pages/q-fever-farms.aspx

19.01.2022 Make sure you have your four-year-old’s eyesight checked before they start school because this is an important time to detect and treat any potential problems affecting their vision, some of which could impact their school performance and development. Because children rarely complain of eye problems and often don’t realise they can’t see properly, the only way to tell if your child has a vision problem is to have their eyesight tested. It’s vital to have your 4-year-old chi...ld’s eyesight tested to detect potential problems so they can receive appropriate diagnosis and if required treatment. The earlier that a vision problem is detected, the better the chance of successful early intervention, preventing future vision problems or even permanent sight loss. Your child’s vision can be tested for free by the NSW Health Statewide Eyesight Preschooler Screening program better known as StEPS. StEPS screeners visit preschools and early childhood education centres. Your child can also have their vision tested at a local catchup StEPS clinic, at a NSW Health Child and Family Health service or with your GP. Visit health.nsw.gov.au/StEPS to find out where you can get your child’s vision checked.

18.01.2022 Today marks 166 days since our last COVID-19 case here on the Mid North Coast and although we've been doing great, it's very important to get tested even if you have the mildest of symptoms or you think it might be hay fever.

18.01.2022 We’d love you to join our team! The Mid North Coast Local Health District extends from Laurieton in the south to Woolgoolga in the north and west to Dorrigo and we have a range of career opportunities across our many health facilities and services. The link below will take you to a list of current job vacancies in our region. You can refine your search to local cities and towns in the search section at the top of the page. https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au///all-locations/all-worktypes

16.01.2022 Today (22 October) is Saffron Day, a day to honour the life of seven year old, Deyaan Udani and to raise awareness for organ and tissue donation in Australia. Deyaan passed away suddenly from a brain haemorrhage while on a family holiday in 2016. Not long prior to the trip, Deyaan had learned about organ donation at school and told his parents he wanted to become an organ donor one day to save others.... When the time came to make a decision about donating Deyaan’s organs, his parents knew there was one last thing they could do for him. Their decision to honour Deyaan’s wish saved four lives. Deyaan’s parents created Saffron Day to honour his legacy and encourage others to have the important conversation about organ donation, like Deyaan did. Saffron symbolises courage and strength, qualities seen in little Deyaan. Orange was also Deyaan’s favourite colour. A pinch of Saffron goes a long way, as does the generous gift of organ donation. Wear orange this Saffron Day and register as a donor at donatelife.gov.au/saffronday.

15.01.2022 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. Healthy and Active for Life Online is a 10-week healthy lifestyle program that teaches you how to start exercising safely and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. All you need is internet access, a computer or tablet and some space to ...exercise! The program includes: Access to two online home exercise programs for 12 months An exercise manual and log to help keep you on track Weekly phone support from our trained phone coaches Access to 10 weekly online learning modules focused on healthy eating and lifestyle, and more! Sign up today at www.activeandhealthy.nsw.gov.au See more

15.01.2022 National Ride2Work day is Wednesday 21 October 2020. Currently two thirds of Australian adults don’t get the recommended amount of exercise to maintain their health. Riding to work is one of the easiest and most time-efficient ways to fit exercise into a daily routine. Other benefits of riding to work include:... - Improving your health - Saving time in traffic - Saving money on petrol - Caring for the environment - Increasing your productivity Go to https://www.bicyclenetwork.com.au//ride2work/ride2work-day/ to register your Ride2work and share your commute on socials to win one of three prizes!

15.01.2022 It has been six months (180 days) since our last COVID-19 case here on the Mid North Coast but as restrictions ease, it is more important than ever that we continue to keep up the good work to keep everyone safe. The school holidays were a busy time in our region but our community’s efforts have kept us COVID-free. Please get tested EVEN IF YOU ONLY HAVE ONE SYMPTOM and it’s mild. Remember to keep your distance, wash your hands regularly and limit gatherings to accepted numbers.

14.01.2022 The Jim Bruce Urology and Prostate Cancer Trust has a proud history of supporting prostate cancer patients and their partners in the Hastings. The Trust’s latest show of support is a $13,000 resectoscope for Port Macquarie Base Hospital. The device will vastly improve the quality of life for men whose condition is not responding to medication. Thank you!

13.01.2022 The Friendly Faces Helping Hands website connects you, your carer and family with support during your stay in a city hospital. Access information about accomodation, chemists, cheap eats and supermarkets, support workers, parking and transport and lots of other resources. Visit www.friendlyfaces.info to find out more.

13.01.2022 Are you 60 years or over and looking to get fit and active? NSW Health’s FREE Healthy and Active for Life Online program could be perfect for you! All you need is internet access, a computer or tablet and some space to exercise. Sign up today at www.activeandhealthy.nsw.gov.au

13.01.2022 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Dedicated to raising awareness around breast cancer, screening for early detection and supporting #breastfriends around you. If you're 50 - 74, book your free breast screen by calling 13 20 50 or visit https://book.breastscreen.nsw.gov.au/.

12.01.2022 Due to forecast inclement weather, our pop-up COVID-19 testing clinic at Laurieton will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday 9 June). To find a COVID-19 testing clinic near you, visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-a/clinics

11.01.2022 Courageous canine Charlie is being hailed a hero after staying by his injured owner’s side, trying to keep her warm as she lay in agony for 14 hours. Eighty-five-year-old Maureen broke her hip when she fell in her backyard but her cries for help went unanswered. The next morning Charlie’s ears pricked up when he heard a car driving up the street. He raced out and alerted neighbours who had returned home to their house across the street. The 10-year-old pooch barked continuous...ly and raced back toward his yard. It didn’t take long for neighbour Des to realise Charlie was trying to tell him something. They followed the dog back to his yard and found a very cold and sore Maureen and they immediately called for an ambulance. Clutching Charlie’s photo and praising his heroic efforts as she recovers at Port Macquarie Base Hospital, Maureen says she owes her life to her furry companion. Charlie, who is being doggy-sat by relatives, will no doubt be one seriously pampered pooch when his loving owner comes home. See more

11.01.2022 If you answer yes to any of these questions, you might benefit from having a chat to your GP about improving your eating habits for better nutrition and long term health. Find out how healthy your diet is in under 10 minutes and receive personalised recommendations. Take the Healthy Eating Quiz provided by the University of Newcastle and Professor Clare Collins.

11.01.2022 If meeting with friends or family outdoors this long weekend, limit your group to no more than 20 people. Remember, the best protection against COVID-19 is to: > Keep 1.5m apart > Wash your hands regularly > Stay home and get tested immediately if unwell > Wear a mask if unable to physically distance.... Find out more: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-and-others See more

10.01.2022 Today we are celebrating International Allied Health Professionals Day. A huge shout out to all our Allied Health staff and assistants working across 23 unique professions for their dedication to our patients and clients. Check out this message from our 2020 Staff Member of the Year Tracey Patricks who is an amazing Allied Health professional. For more information, visit: https://ahpa.com.au/n/allied-health-professionals-day-2020/

10.01.2022 Spending time in nature can have a positive impact on your mental health. Reconnect with the great outdoors by visiting one of the beautiful NSW National Parks.... Be COVID safe and always check the NPWS website for alerts before visiting a park. Find a park near you here: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do : @a.way.we.stay | Barnett’s Lookout, Berowra

10.01.2022 Today is International Pathology Day, a day to celebrate the wonderful NSW Health Pathology staff who have played such a vital role in keeping our communities safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

10.01.2022 Stay COVID safe this NAIDOC Week and protect your community by: Washing your hands with soap often for at least 20 seconds Keeping a distance from others (1.5 metres) Coughing and sneezing into your elbow Putting tissues in the bin right away... Cleaning your home well, especially if someone gets sick See more

10.01.2022 A huge thank you to Humpty Dumpty Foundation and LJ Hooker Macksville who delivered a $4780 jaundice detector to the Maternity Unit at Macksville District Hospital. The non-invasive method to test for jaundice in babies will be greatly appreciated by new mums and our staff.

10.01.2022 Spring is in the air and what better time to head out into nature and treat yourself to a nice walk. If you haven’t already heard the Diamond Head Loop Walk at Crowdy Bay National Park has reopened after damage caused by the devastating bushfires. For more information go to: https://www.facebook.com/crowdybaynationalpark/. When out exploring, be COVID safe and always check the NPWS website for alerts before visiting a park for updates on closures, alerts and fire bans via www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/alerts.

09.01.2022 We are thrilled that two of our amazing staff have been named winners in the 2020 NSW Health Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Awards. Amelia Bolt was recognised as the Aboriginal Nurse/Midwife of the Year, while Trish Lemin was joint winner of the prestigious Nurse of the Year title. The dedicated pair are pictured here with our glowing Director of Nursing and Midwifery Vicki Simpson. Congratulations Amelia and Trish we are so very proud of you both!

09.01.2022 We’re proud to work together with Coffs Harbour community leaders to Say No to Domestic Violence. Tomorrow marks the start of 16 days of Activism against Gender-based Violence and we want to give a huge shout out to our team working so very hard to support our community and prevent violence in all its forms.

08.01.2022 A huge thumbs up to the Mid North Coast! As the first week of the school holidays draws to a close, we would like to thank our locals and visitors who continue to do the right thing to keep us COVID-safe. It has been 159 days since our last local COVID-19 case and there have been more than 50,500 COVID-19 tests conducted in the region since early February. As we work together to keep our community safe, it’s more important than ever to get tested EVEN IF YOU ONLY HAVE ONE SYMPTOM and it’s mild. Remember to keep your distance, wash your hands regularly and limit gatherings to accepted numbers. Please remain vigilant so we can all stay safe these school holidays!

06.01.2022 Celebrating Halloween this year? Watch these trick-or-treaters explain how to stay COVID-safe.

04.01.2022 This long weekend, don’t take COVID-19 with you to the family catch-up or on holiday. Stay in and get tested immediately. Find a COVID-19 clinic near you: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/symptoms-and-testing

03.01.2022 Check out these monstrously healthy ideas for Halloween-inspired treats!

02.01.2022 Congratulations to our wonderful finalists in the NSW Health Awards. We are so proud of you!

01.01.2022 With school holidays upon us, why not get the kids out on their bikes and explore the abundance of cycling and mountain biking tracks in our area.