Tag: central coast local health district
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COVID-19 UPDATE: CENTRAL COAST CASES HIT 70
The Central Coast’s confirmed coronavirus cases have almost doubled since Wednesday. Of the 70 infections, most were acquired overseas and one has its origins interstate, while three have no known source. Seventeen remain under investigation. No one with the illness is currently in hospital. FULL BREAK DOWN ACCORDING TO CENTRAL COAST HEALTH: 70 confirmed…
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CENTRAL COAST HOSPITALS TO CLEAR BEDS FOR COVID-19
Central Coast public hospitals are rescheduling non-urgent surgery in a bid to double the region’s number of intensive care beds. Outpatient calls will be conducted via the phone or video. It’s hoped the Local Health District will secure an extra 20 beds from the move. There will be no impact on the emergency department. (VISION…
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MOZZIES SWARM CENTRAL COAST
If you haven’t already been swarmed, here’s your warning: there’s been a spike in mosquito numbers on the Central Coast. Recent rains and flooding have created the perfect breeding ground for the insects. That increases our risk of Ross River Fever and Barmah Forest Virus, which have flu-like symptoms. “In some of our coastal traps…
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MIDWIFE SHAKEUP FOR CENTRAL COAST
The Central Coast’s Midwifery services have undergone a shakeup, with the union fearing mums-to-be will have less choice in their care. The change has prompted a petition which has already been signed by hundreds of women.
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SPIKE IN SUMMER SNIFFLES PROMPTS CALL FOR FLU JABS
There’s been a spike in summer flu cases on the Central Coast. Doctors are urging us to get vaccinated ahead of the peak season, with the state government extending free vaccines to some of our most vulnerable.
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X-RAYS ON WHEELS: MOBILE SERVICE SPARES ELDERLY STRESS
A unique X-ray service helping keep the elderly calm during stressful examinations is celebrating a major milestone. More than 500 patients have been seen at home or in aged care as part of the joint project between Central Coast Local Health District and the region’s Primary Health Network.
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COASTIES WARNED NOT TO SNAG SUMMER TUMMY BUGS
Doctors are warning a sneaky sausage, left out for too long while we entertain, could ruin our long weekend. The call’s out this Australia Day to cook thoroughly and store food promptly to avoid food poisoning.
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UNION WORRIED GOSFORD HOSPITAL DESK IS UNSAFE
There are fears a new patient inquiry desk could put the safety of Gosford Hospital staff at risk. Employees have suffered threats and abuse from patients in the past, and they say this new desk affords them little protection.
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CENTRAL COAST FLU CASES DOWN AFTER HORROR 2017 SEASON
There has been a huge drop in the number of flu cases on the Central Coast, as the peak season draws to a close. But health experts are warning us not to get complacent next year.