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New era as Clinical Research Centre opens

More patients in Western Sydney will have access to clinical trials, following the opening of a dedicated Clinical Research Centre at Westmead Hospital.
 

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Amyloidosis clinic wins research grant

Westmead Hospital’s amyloidosis clinic is the recipient of the Westmead Charitable Trust Clinician Researcher Grant for 2026.

Artist's impression of the renal dialysis facilities in the new Rouse Hill Hospital.

Animated fly-through of Rouse Hill Hospital

A new fly-through animated video of Rouse Hill Hospital provides consumers and locals their first look into the new build.

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Dying to Know sparks powerful conversations

Sad or celebration? How conversations around advance care planning, death and dying can empower you or your loved ones to have your dying wishes respected.

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New era as Clinical Research Centre opens

More patients in Western Sydney will have access to clinical trials, following the opening of a dedicated Clinical Research Centre at Westmead Hospital.
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Animated fly-through of Rouse Hill Hospital

A new fly-through animated video of Rouse Hill Hospital provides consumers and locals their first look into the new build.
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Collaboration at the heart of stronger immunisation outcomes

More than 100 health professionals, community representatives, consumers and partners came together to explore how we can strengthen immunisation uptake across Western Sydney. 
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Dying to Know sparks powerful conversations

Sad or celebration? How conversations around advance care planning, death and dying can empower you or your loved ones to have your dying wishes respected.
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Be a friend, support breast cancer awareness

The women of Western Sydney are encouraged to talk to their friends about breast cancer prevention and screening to remind loved ones to book their breast screen today. 

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Health alerts

Death cap mushroom detections prompt health warning

NSW Health is warning people about the health risks of eating wild mushrooms.

Spike in opioid overdoses prompts warning on tainted cocaine

NSW Health is providing a broad health warning to the community about the danger of using drugs thought to be cocaine.

Measles alert for Western Sydney

NSW Health is advising people to be alert for signs and symptoms of measles after being notified of a confirmed case.

Most psoriasis patients unaware of heart disease risk

A recent Western Sydney study has revealed that fewer than one in 5 people living with psoriasis.

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