23 May 2024
Graduates find a new path to general practice
Wiradjuri man Dr Ryan Bulger returned to his hometown to practice medicine – he was one of 61 GPs celebrated at an ACT Fellowship ceremony.
23 May 2024
Replica Ozempic and Mounjaro to be banned
The Government has removed a loophole allowing the mass production of the compounded drugs amid growing patient safety concerns.
23 May 2024
Distressing lack of access to palliative care highlighted in new data
New data released during National Palliative Care Week reveals the benefits of palliative care for those with a terminal diagnosis but also highlights a distressing lack of access to the symptom control, and social and emotional support palliative care offers.
23 May 2024
New data shows palliative care improved or maintained wellbeing for majority of patients
Three new studies from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) assess the state of the palliative care system in Australia and its effect on patients, carers, and workforce.
23 May 2024
Feeling crook this winter? Know your options
This winter, if you feel ill with flu, COVID-19 or RSV symptoms and think you should seek help, here’s what to do.
23 May 2024
Raising awareness, providing practical resources during Palliative Care Week
SWSPHN staff gathered to mark National Palliative Care Week and celebrate the launch of the updated version of our A Journey into Sorry Business booklet, on Tuesday, 21 May.
23 May 2024
Community welcomes new urgent healthcare option
SWSPHN’s CEO, Dr Keith McDonald PhD, and Primary Care Workforce Manager Bianca Lean, joined State Health Minister Ryan Park at the official opening of the Urgent Care Service (UCS) at Gregory Hills this morning (Thursday, 23 May).
22 May 2024
There’s no time to ‘watch and wait’ with children’s language delays
One in five children in South Western Sydney are at risk of poor language outcomes
22 May 2024
Core Palliative Care Medicines map provides timely access to effective end-of-life care
In recognition of Palliative Care Week, South Western Sydney Primary Health Network (SWSPHN) is highlighting the Core Palliative Care Medicines map, which helps patients and caregivers quickly locate pharmacies committed to stocking core palliative care medicines.
22 May 2024
Mental health deep dive offers snapshot into local need
What does the mental health services landscape in South Western Sydney look like today – and how will we meet the expected increase in demand over the next decade?