Testing boost as new pathology lab opens at Nepean Hospital
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park officially opened Nepean Hospital’s new state-of-the-art pathology laboratory this morning.
How AI is helping bridge the gap in healthcare services across the state
As part of a Nepean Hospital trial, AI is being used to help train healthcare workers in rural and remote regions to perform sophisticated echocardiograms.
Earlier gestational diabetes tests may deliver better health outcomes, research shows
New research performed at Nepean Hospital is revealing promising results for women who may develop gestational diabetes, with findings projected to result in better health outcomes and fewer complications overall.
Outdoor workers at centre of new skin cancer campaign
We're being encouraged to book in more regular skin checks.
A night in for men’s health: Popular event returns for second year
After their inaugural event in 2022 created such buzz, the team at OnePoint Health has announced the return of Boys Night In, to be held at its High Street clinic next month.
Students given free access to period products at Western Sydney University
Western Sydney University is making sure its students can succeed no matter the time of the month by providing free and easy access to period products at Kingswood and its other campuses.
Community encouraged to roll up their sleeves for flu vaccine
With flu season right around the corner, experts are encouraging local residents to get vaccinated against the virus before winter.
World-leading tech assists with knee replacements at Nepean Hospital
New robotic technology has been introduced at Nepean Hospital to assist orthopaedic surgeons in delivering knee replacements with improved accuracy.
Unexplained measles case sparks alert with a host of local exposure sites revealed
Westfield Penrith and Nepean Village Shopping Centre are both on a long list of locations placed on alert after an infant was diagnosed with measles.
Premier turns sod on second stage of Nepean Hospital upgrade as he makes Penrith election base camp
By the time voters go to the polls on March 25, Dominic Perrottet will likely own a Penrith Panthers jersey and be calling Westfield ‘the plaza’.
Supporting Penrith women with fertility treatment rebate
In an Australian first, women who have IVF or other assisted reproductive technology (ART) treatments in private clinics can now claim a $2,000 rebate...
Healthscope, HCF end stalemate with new agreement
HCF members attending Nepean Private Hospital will avoid paying additional costs after the health insurer and Healthscope reached a new agreement.
New private hospital ready to welcome patients
The ribbon has been cut as a new private hospital in Penrith opened its doors this week with patients ready to receive treatment from Monday, February 6.
“Concerning” spike in local gastro cases
The number of rotaviruses cases, the virus that causes gastro in the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District is five times higher than previous years.
Opposition seeks bipartisan approach after Women’s Health Centre commitment
NSW Labor says it is putting politics to the side and calling for bipartisan support to make sure that women’s health is made a priority.
Nepean Private Hospital, HCF fail to reach new funding agreement
A breakdown of negotiations between a major health insurer and healthcare provider means that some Penrith patients will face higher out-of-pocket expenses from February next year.
Lung cancer remains biggest cancer killer in local district
A report has shown that an estimated 2,369 people in the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District will be told they have cancer this year, and 713 people will lose their lives to the disease in 2022.
Mask up when gardening, warns nSW Health
Home gardeners are encouraged to wear a face mask and gloves while handling potting mix and compost, and to wash their hands thoroughly, to avoid contracting Legionnaires’ disease.
Program at Nepean Hospital provides smoother experience for new mums
A new pilot program running at Nepean Hospital will provide a familiar face throughout women’s pregnancies to achieve the best outcomes for mums and babies.
New mental health support service opens in Penrith
Locals can now access expanded mental heath support with the launch of a new service in Penrith, Safe Haven.