Far West LHD media releases

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Departmental release
4 November 2024

Living with and managing prostate cancer information night

This November, Far West Local Health District is raising awareness about Prostate Cancer by hosting an evening presentation from two visiting health professionals about living with and managing prostate cancer.

Departmental release
28 October 2024

FWLHD Board Annual Public Meeting 2024

The Far West Local Health District Board Annual Public Meeting was held today in Broken Hill.

Departmental release
28 October 2024

FWLHD Carer Support Group launch accommodation directory

To acknowledge and raise awareness of the significant contributions made by unpaid carers, the Far West Local Health District's Carer Support Program has introduced the 'Adelaide Accommodation Directory'.

Departmental release
23 October 2024

Far West residents urged to take precautions to stay cool during power outages

The Far West Local Health District is urging people to take precautions during high temperatures and power outages being experienced in the Far West.

Departmental release
21 October 2024

Wentworth's $30 million new hospital reaches significant construction milestone

The $30 million Wentworth Health Service Redevelopment has reached a significant milestone, with the structure of the building now complete.

Departmental release
17 October 2024

Extra care urged as risk of thunderstorm asthma increases

People prone to respiratory conditions like asthma or hayfever are being urged to take extra care ahead of predicted thunderstorm activity across Far West Local Health District (FWLHD) and Western NSW Local Health District. 

Departmental release
10 October 2024

Far West LHD Board 2024 Annual Public Meeting

Far West Local Health District Board is inviting members of the community to its Annual Public Meeting on Monday, 28 October 2024.  

Departmental release
27 September 2024

Fifty per cent of women from Far West NSW overdue for breast screening

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, women aged 50-74 from Far West Local Health District are being urged to book in a free mammogram, with more than 50 (52.9) per cent of women in the region overdue for their two-yearly breast cancer screening.   

Departmental release
18 September 2024

Applications open for SBATs in Far West LHD

Applications are now open for Far West Local Health District’s (FWLHD) School Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships program for students starting Year 11 in 2025.  

Departmental release
29 August 2024

Wound Awareness Week 2024

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

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