Northern NSW residents are being urged to start conversations about falls this April, as health experts warn they remain one of the leading causes of injury and death among older people.
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Patients expected to fund own travel as fuel crisis exacerbates gaps in system
NSW Health are not providing any additional support for patients to manage the cost of accessing health care despite high fuel prices.
Posted inClarence Valley, Grafton, Health
New general manager appointed for Grafton and Maclean hospitals
A new general manager has taken over at Grafton and Maclean hospitals as a major redevelopment gets underway.
Posted inAwards, Good News, Health, Lismore
Top state honour for Lismore health professional
Lismore podiatrist Helen McGregor has been named NSW Allied Health Professional of the Year.
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Aboriginal artwork strengthens cultural safety at Casino Hospital
Six Aboriginal totem poles now line Casino Hospital, creating a more culturally safe and welcoming space for patients.
Posted inEducation, Health, Lismore
Southern Cross climbs global nursing rankings as workforce demand grows
Southern Cross University has jumped 147 places in global nursing rankings, as Australia faces a looming shortage of more than 70,000 nurses.
Posted inCoffs Harbour, Good News, Health, Social issues and services
Celebrating 40 Years of Caring: Coffs Harbour Women’s Health Centre marks a milestone
For four decades, the Coffs Harbour Women’s Health Centre has been a cornerstone of support, care, and advocacy for women and gender-diverse people across the Mid North Coast.
Posted inGrafton, Health, NSW Politics, Tweed Heads
New paramedics boost emergency care in Grafton and Tweed
Sixteen new paramedics have been deployed to Gunnedah, boosting emergency care across the New England region.
Posted inByron Bay, Health, Women
New Byron clinic targets healthcare gap for women doing it tough
A new free women’s health clinic has opened in Byron Bay, aiming to improve access to healthcare for some of the region’s most vulnerable women.
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Hospital trial aims to prevent delirium in older patients
An older adult admitted to hospital with a urinary tract infection suddenly becomes fearful, irritable, and fails to recognise their lifelong spouse. Their confusion and distress alarm loved ones and […]