Dry(ish) July now also an option
The Central Coast Local Health District is again gearing up to support the Dry July campaign. Dry July raises funds for people affected by cancer by encouraging participants to go…
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New kit to support contactless HIV testing during Covid-19
NSW HIV prevention organisation, ACON, has launched a new, contactless HIV testing service that will support men to test for HIV from the comfort of their own home. The new…
Health workforce wanted
Central Coast Local Health District (the District) is calling on health workers to join its workforce in a bid to significantly bolster its workforce in response to COVID-19. A range…
Changes to elective surgery & outpatients at Central Coast Local Health District
Central Coast Health District has announced changes to elective surgery procedures across the region as part of a statewide preparation for boosting resources to tackle the emerging COVID-19 pandemic. NSW…
Two confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Coast
[March 16, 2020] The Coast has its first confirmed cases of Coronavirus. The Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) confirmed on March 13 that a woman in her 30’s is…
Local Health District hits back at declining service claims
Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) has hit back at claims by Member for Wyong and shadow Health Minister, David Harris, that public health services on the Coast are in…
Cut to Midwifery Group Practice staff numbers explained
Members of the Midwifery Group Practice which operates across the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), say they are shocked and saddened that two full-time positions are to be cut…
Free vision checks for all 4-year-old children
Parents and carers of preschool aged children are being urged to take advantage of the State-wide Eyesight Pre-schooler Screening program (StEPS) by the Central Coast Local Health District. The program…
University celebrates partnership
The University of Newcastle has celebrated its partnership with Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) medical staff, acknowledging the important contribution they make in supporting the country’s next generation of…
Major changes for hospital emergency department
The Emergency Department at Gosford Hospital will move to Level 3 of the tower from May 31, and there will be permanent changes to Holden St from that date. The…
Financial counselling service for people affected by cancer
Cancer Council NSW has launched a new, face-to-face financial counselling service for people affected by cancer in the Central Coast region, with a dedicated Financial Counsellor delivering support exclusively designed…
Specialist access harming healthcare of young diabetics
A Wamberal resident is calling on the Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) to increase and improve upon the range of diabetes treatment and management services available to patients on…
Two new cases of Meningococcal disease reported
Two new cases of Meningococcal disease have been reported on the Central Coast and treated at Gosford Hospital, according to the Central Coast Local Health District. The public has been…