Heart study could be a game-changer
Nepean Hospital’s Cardiology Research Team has received a prestigious grant from the Heart Foundation to fund a revolutionary and potentially life-saving study.
Health warning over gastro outbreak in childcare settings
Parents are being urged to keep children at home if they are unwell following a substantial increase in the number of gastroenteritis outbreaks in childcare being reported to NSW Health.
Popular author to hold free gut health talk
At a time when we are all looking to stay healthy and work on our immunity, gut health is an important topic to discuss.
The future is here: How robotic surgery is reshaping medicine at Nepean Hospital
Nepean Hospital has recently performed its 1000th prostatectomy procedure with the help of innovative robotic technology.
New artist’s impressions reveal first look at Stage 2 of Nepean Hospital upgrade
The State Government has unveiled the first look at Stage 2 of the $1 billion Nepean Hospital Redevelopment.
Locals urged to put a focus on heart health
Doctors are urging Penrith residents to use their heads when it comes to their hearts to help curb rising rates of undiagnosed heart valve disease.
New support program for cancer survivors to launch in Penrith
New support program for cancer survivors set to launch in Penrith in July.
How locals can join The Great Dunny Hunt
The Easter school holidays are underway, and the Continence Foundation of Australia is holding a hunt of its own.
Savvi help to reclaim your health and win battle of the bulge
The pandemic has affected the world in many ways, including people’s waistlines and health.
Cura takes majority stake in Somerset Private Hospital in Kingswood
Cura Day Hospitals Group has acquired a majority stake in a Penrith private hospital development, which will provide locals with world-class healthcare close to home.
New life for Masters site
Plans are afoot to transform the former Masters site at North St Marys into a health and wellness precinct.
Home Consortium – which acquired Masters’...
Revealed: Penrith’s heart health crisis
The Heart Foundation has released new data that reveals Penrith is a hot spot when it comes to life-threatening heart issues.
Skin cancer warning all locals should listen to
With many locals spending their summer holidays outside, the risk of sun damage is always a risk.
Call for bowel cancer screening overhaul
Doctors raise concerns over younger people being diagnosed with bowel cancer.
State Government unveils new suicide monitoring system
The NSW Government has introduced a new suicide monitoring system which will provide up-to-date data for health and support services about the number of suicide deaths across the state.
Fears boom in DIY could spark new asbestos crisis
DIY renovations in the spotlight as experts warn locals to be cautious.
Pandemic sparks huge demand for counsellors
Residents seeking counselling are having to wait months for treatment, as COVID-19 stress causes a spike in demand.
Locals encouraged to consider organ donation ahead of DonateLife Week
DonateLife week is held from July 26 to August 2.
Government may extend Telehealth beyond September
The Federal Government may continue subsidised Telehealth services that are due to end in September.