Western Nsw Local Health District

Keeping mentally healthy is as important as staying physically healthy.
As part of a Staff Wellbeing initiative we are piloting the Act-Belong-Commit program (originally developed by Mentally Healthy Western Australia) at 10 of our health facilities.
The three elements of the program are:
... Act – do something, physically, mentally or socially;
Belong – join a group, catch up with friends or do something with someone, and
Commit – engage in meaningful activities, get involved or volunteer.
There have been some great things happening across the District - some of the activities include yoga sessions in Dubbo, a street library and Mindful Corner in Nyngan, walking groups, recipe swaps and raising money for great causes, such as the ‘Biggest Morning Tea’ in Warren.
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Nick Morton was supposed to celebrate his team’s AFL grand final win, but not long after the match, he collapsed and went into cardiac arrest. Nick’s heart attack came as a massive shock for the active father of one. Using My Health Record meant he could manage his health information between his GPs, specialists and even moving interstate. Learn more: bit.ly/MHRexplained

"Lets talk about wounds" - Wounds Awareness Week, 15 -21 July 2018
Western NSW LHD has been particpating in wounds awareness week and have set up displays throughout the District. Keep an eye out for the displays and remember to talk to your health care professional if you have any concerns.
Make sure you are aware of the wound warning signs and if you have a wound that isn't healing speak to your GP, Community Nurse, Pharmacist or other Health Professional for assistance
... For more information on wounds visit www.woundaware.com.au.
#LetsTalkAboutWounds #Woundsawarenessweek
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By the end of 2018, a My Health Record will be created for every Australian unless they choose not to have one. If you decide that you don’t want a record created for you, you’ll have the opportunity to opt-out during a three-month period from 16 July – 15 October 2018. For more information about the My Health Record, visit: www.myhealthrecord.gov.au

You don't need a referral from your doctor to book a breast screen. It all starts with a simple phone call. Ring 13 20 50 to book yours.
For more information or to find out when a Breastscreen van is visiting your area follow BreastScreen NSW - NSW GOV

Come down to the Macquarie Regional Library at lunch time this Thursday to here the latest about the Dubbo Hospital Redevelopment.

Sharing your My Health Record with your doctor and other healthcare providers allows them to access your medical information and make quick informed decisions about your health. Find out how My Health Record could benefit you: bit.ly/MHRbenefits

Did you know that 1 in 5 people living with HIV in Australia are heterosexual?
People living with HIV who are on treatment can have children and have sex without transmitting HIV.
People with HIV on treatment can lead long healthy lives.

My Health Record is an online summary of your health information such as medications, allergies, conditions and test results. You control what is in your record, and who is allowed to access it. Doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers can access it within NSW Hospitals via HealtheNet. For more information visit: https://www.myhealthrecord.gov.au

A very special NAIDOC celebration was held at the Orange Health Service on Monday 9th July 2018.
The NAIDOC celebration included the unveiling of the National Apology, a flag raising ceremony and morning tea.
Thank you to everyone who attended and the fabulous staff who organised this event
... #NAIDOC2018 #OHSLIGHTHOUSEPROJECT #ORANGEHEALTHSERVICE
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Molong MPS celebrates NAIDOC Week.
Yesterday morning the MPS staff, residents and friends gathered to celebrate the success of their highly respected Aboriginal leader, Health Service Manager Deborah Kenna. A great time was had by all as they celebrated this year's NAIDOC theme - 'Because of her, we can!'
#NAIDOCWeek2018 #BecauseOfHerWeCan

Condobolin Health Service celebrated NAIDOC week.
On Thursday morning celebrations opened with a Welcome to the Country given by Shirley-Ann Merritt, followed by some touching words from Health Service Manager Martin Cushing & guest speaker Donna Stanley.
Condobolin's own Galari Bila Waga Dhaanys dance troupe entertained the crowd with three of their special dances before they assisted in the raising of the flags. The morning concluded with a community morning tea the cutting... of a special NAIDOC cake.
#NAIDOCWeek2018
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This year for NAIDOC Week and National Diabetes Week the Dubbo Diabetes Unit would like to recognise and celebrate one of their most dedicated and beloved female Aborignial staff members.
Meet Deb - she has worked for us for more that 40 years, helping countless people and making a difference everyday towards improving Aboriginal Health outcomes. Read more about her below.
#NAIDOCWeek2018 #NationalDiabetesWeek

Lachlan Health Service - Administation team building day, Friday 6 July
Western NSW Local Health District believe that a healthy happy workforce helps create a better environment for our patients and visitors. It is one of the many reason why a career with Western NSW Local Health District is highly desirable.
Here are some snaps of the Lachlan Health Service joint administration team building day. It looks like it was a great day - loads of fun, lots of sharing of knowledge... and a perfect opportunity to network
#healthservices #ynotmakeityou #WNSWLHD #NSWHealth #NSW
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Did you know that across the Western NSW Local Health District we have more than 420 residential aged care places in our Multipurpose Services (MPS)? All our MPS residents are very special, and yesterday the staff and residents of the Grenfell MPS joined Mrs Joyce Simpson and her family in celebrating her 99th birthday!

Orange Health Service Nurse of the Year - Congratulations Barb!
Staff held an afternoon tea in the Critical Care Hub to celebrate Barb Cridland being named the Orange Health Service Nurse of the Year.
Barb is the After Hours Clinical Nurse Consultant at Orange Health Service. She assists staff to manage issues of practice and provide clinical leadership after-hours. Barb provides critical care consultancy and advice to nursing, medical and allied health staff on patient care....
Barb also has a non-clinical role in collating all rapid response data. She works closely with critical care staff to ensure safe practices are in place.
Keep up the great work Barb!
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The second stage of the Orange Hospital car parking expansion along Forest Road is now underway. 83 spaces have recently opened near the entrance to Community Health, and the Forest Road section will add a further 55 spaces.

Its National Diabetes Week (8 -14 July 2018)
Did you know?
Over half a million people have type 2 diabetes and don't know it.
... Too many Australians are being diagnosed with diabetes too late. This is true for both type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. The delay in diagnosis is putting many people at risk of major life-threatening health problems.
Early diagnosis, treatment, ongoing support and management can reduce the risk of diabetes-related complications
If you would like to know more vist https://www.itsabouttime.org.au/
#NDW2018 #Itsabouttime
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