Paramedic training program improving maternity care in the community
More than 200 paramedics have boosted their skills in delivering emergency maternity care in the community after completing a maternity training program developed by Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) and NSW Ambulance.
Recognising the care, compassion and commitment of our nurses this International Nurses Day
Each year on International Nurses Day on 12 May, we celebrate and recognise the passion and dedication of our nursing teams in memory of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.
First Nations peoples given best start to life at NBMLHD
New research has confirmed Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is making significant strides in Closing the Gap, as more and more First Nations women and children experience positive maternal and neonatal health outcomes.
Celebrating the next generation of midwife grads
As we celebrate International Day of the Midwife on 5 May, it's a great opportunity to spotlight the journey of new midwife graduate Madeline Boyce, who brings passion and a fresh perspective to her role at Nepean Hospital.
Breast Clinic opens at Lithgow Hospital
Support is now much closer to home for breast cancer patients in Lithgow with a new McGrath Breast Clinic opening at Lithgow Hospital.
Public health warning: severe opioid overdoses in Penrith area
NSW Health has issued a warning regarding severe opioid overdoses in the Penrith area in the last month.
Psychiatrist’s mission to help the Philippines
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) Psychiatrist, Dr Chris Mah is facing his biggest challenge yet as he embarks on a medical mission to the Philippines to provide medical assistance to those in need.
Get vaccinated and be prepared as flu season begins
The chilly days of winter are approaching and with them, the annual flu season.
Understanding emergency department triage
Across Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District our emergency departments (ED) operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for people who need urgent medical attention.
Next generation of health superstars excel
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District’s Education and Training Service have been supporting the next generation of healthcare superstars with amazing success.