Free online healthy lifestyle program for people over 59
A free online healthy lifestyle program is now available for people aged 60 or above living on the Central Coast. Healthy and Active for Life aims to support older people…
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Covid testing shows no increase with local clinic opening
The opening of the Covid testing clinic at Woy Woy Hospital on August 28 does not appear to have increased the number of tests undertaken by residents from either the…
Fast action can reduce the impact of stroke
As part of National Stroke Week, Central Coast’s F.A.S.T hero, Brenda Booth, is urging people to learn and recognise what to look for and do in the instance of a…
Ride For Sick Kids has a Central Coast leg
Ronald McDonald House Charities’ Ride For Sick Kids is to return for its 16th instalment in September, and while the trademark red and white socks are still the same, this…
Stirring Change: Back to Broth
By Georgia Lienemann – This week in our immunity series we’re back in my favourite place to find solutions: the kitchen. And we’re talking the miracle that is soup… or…
CCRI on track to open in 12 months
The $72.5M Central Coast Research Institute (CCRI) and University of Newcastle Central Coast Clinical School (UONCCCS) is on track to welcome its first students in 12 months’ time. Fly-through vision…
The aged care system – a personal experience
Perspective by Emma McBride MP The Central Coast has always been a popular place for older people to live: a relaxed coastal lifestyle; good healthcare; and a day trip into…
Easier access to treatment for DV victims
Victims of domestic and family violence will have easier access to public hospitals for treatment, as part of the NSW Government’s COVID-19 response. The NSW hospital fees policy has been…
Local Health District warning on meningococcal disease
Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is urging parents and young people to know the symptoms and act fast if they suspect meningococcal disease to help prevent premature death or…
Black Dog’s Mullets for Mental Health campaign is currently underway
The Black Dog Institute’s Mullets for Mental Health campaign is currently underway, with locals encouraged to embrace the mullet and raise funds for mental health research. In response, San Remo’s…
Immunity series: Lifestyle hacks for super-immunity
Part 2: Laughter Yoga Last week’s cold shower technique is too commonly relegated to the too-hard basket by beginners. They tend to underestimate the gain:pain ratio. If you’re still on…
Second resident returning from overseas tests positive
A second Central Coast resident returning from overseas has tested positive for COVID-19. Central Coast Local Health District has confirmed that the resident tested positive whilst in mandatory hotel quarantine…
Dry July campaign raised $30,000
The results are in on Central Coast Local Health District’s Dry July campaign, with around $30,000 raised for its CoastCanCare Wellness Program. The program helps patients, their families, carers and…
Provider pays bonus to all aged care staff
A Woy Woy aged care provider has decided to pay all its staff on the same basis, irrespective of their eligibility for the Aged Care Workforce Retention Bonus. BlueWave Living…
Caring for the Coast Award recipients announced
The Central Coast Local Health District has recognised the outstanding contributions and achievements of their own through its inaugural Caring for the Coast Awards. The awards encourage and celebrate staff…
New website to support Crestani Scholarships
For 15 years, Crestani Scholarships has relied on the goodwill of volunteers to help run the foundation, which raises scholarship funds for Central Coast medical professionals to undertake study in…
Concerns raised over health worker PPE
Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) has given assurances it has sufficient Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in its public hospitals and healthcare facilities, following concerns raised by the NSW Nurses…
Disability plan to help shape access and inclusion
Residents have until September 4 to give their input into Central Coast Council’s new Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP), which will help shape access and inclusion in the community from…
Stirring Change: Cold Showers have more than one use
This week, as part of our immunity series, I thought I’d venture out of the kitchen and into the domain of simple, accessible, free and (mostly) enjoyable lifestyle hacks. I’ve…
Biggest step challenge to raise money for the Cancer Council
Central Coast Primary Care and Doctor Do More are encouraging residents to join the biggest step challenge this September which aims to raise money for the Cancer Council. Teams of…