Far West LHD media releases

Residents in Far West Local Health District are being encouraged to seek appropriate and timely treatment for their wounds to prevent serious health problems.

The $30 million Wentworth Health Service Redevelopment has reached a significant milestone, with the new hospital’s concrete slab now poured.

People living with Parkinson’s Disease and their carers are invited to the Far West Local Health District (FWLHD) Parkinson’s Symposium in Broken Hill on 22 August 2024. 

The latest Broken Hill Lead Program Report highlights the importance of keeping children safe from the toxic effects of lead. The report shows no significant change in population blood lead levels among children screened through the program.  

The Far West community is being encouraged to know their risks and be informed about diabetes management by attending education sessions during Diabetes Week (14 - 20 July).

Healthcare workers in the far west of NSW will soon have access to modern and fit-for-purpose key worker accommodation, with the delivery of four new units at Balranald Multipurpose Service (MPS) now complete.

The Broken Hill community is a step closer to enhanced emergency and mental health care, with construction now underway on the Broken Hill Emergency Department (ED) and Mental Health Unit redevelopment projects.

A holistic health program aimed at supporting mental health consumers to connect with others and engage in healthier lifestyle practices has won the Far West Local Health District’s (FWLHD) Health Innovation Award for 2024.

Far West Local Health District (FWLHD) is supporting patients living with a stoma by raising awareness of support and therapy services available this National Stomal Therapy Week (24-30 June 2024). 

A Menopause Symposium is being hosted in Broken Hill on 20 June 2024 giving locals an opportunity to learn more about menopause and peri-menopause symptoms and management.