Bingo with a health message
Kincumber Neighbourhood Centre hosts alcohol-free bingo sessions every Friday to provide adults with the opportunity to meet new people and learn about the risks associated with alcohol and its potential…
Health
Protecting our babies from RSV
From February 3, Australian mums and their newborn babies will have free access to the best and most comprehensive protection against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Member for Robertson Dr Gordon…
Healthcare students urged to apply for subsidies
Students enrolled in healthcare degrees are being encouraged to apply for up to $12,000 in financial support to assist with their studies. Minister for Central Coast and Member for Wyong…
Free mental health support centre at Tuggerah
A new centre providing free, walk-in mental health support and advice opened in Tuggerah on Monday, January 20. Tuggerah Medicare Mental Health Centre (MMHC), staffed by trained mental health professionals,…
Courageous mum on selfless quest
Killcare mother of two Kata D’Arney is going through breast cancer treatment for the second time in seven years but is still trying to find a way to help others….
Breaking the stigma around hearing loss
Hearing loss remains one of the most misunderstood and under-addressed health issues today, says audiologist Emma Moore from Emma’s Ears at Kincumber. “At Emma’s Ears, we see firsthand how untreated…
Prescription costs frozen until end of year
Member for Dobell and Assistant Health Minister Emma McBride has welcomed the news that the cost of PBS prescriptions is to be frozen until the end of the year. Maximum…
Funding means greater access for young people needing help
The State Government is improving access to essential mental health support for young people through a $17.1M investment in Kids Helpline. The funding will allow greater access to free counselling…
Maternity services continue at Gosford Hospital
Central Coast Local Health District has reassured the community that safe, high quality maternity care, including birthing services, continues to be provided at Gosford Hospital. Acting CEO Jude Constable said…
Give a meaningful donation this year
Coasties looking to give a meaningful gift this Christmas can donate to Central Coast Local Health District’s Christmas Appeal. The appeal is seeking to raise $50,000 to support outpatient paediatric…
New technology will aid cancer treatment
A major technology upgrade is helping to deliver shorter and more targeted treatment for people with cancer on the Central Coast. Supported by a $6M grant from the Australian Government’s…
Learning more about prostate cancer
The second Central Coast Big Aussie Luncheon and Men’s Health Forum was a success, with 150 people attending the event held at Gosford RSL Club on December 2. The forum…
NDIS forum a success
An NDIS forum held recently at Blue Haven provided up-to-date information for participants, their families and carers. The forum was hosted by Federal Assistant Health Minister and Member for Dobell…
Coasties set to trek for a cause
Tammy Jackett and Adam Glover of Killcare Heights are set to participate in The Big Three Trek 4.0 The Last Dance from January 2-3 to help raise funds for the…
Arthritis sufferers given fresh hope
People living on the NSW Central Coast suffering with pain from arthritis were given fresh hope this year thanks to the Arcare Family Foundation and Arthritis NSW (ANSW). ANSW has…
Wellbeing event at Terrigal Whole Food
Terrigal Whole Food at Erina is set to bring the community together for a wellbeing event offering an insight into the power of meditation on Saturday, December 7. Owner and…
Star 104.5’s Matty’s amazing run for men’s mental health
Co-host of Star 104.5’s Gina and Matty Breakfast show, Matty Baseley, recently completed an extraordinary 30km run while broadcasting live on air, raising an incredible $18,000 for men’s health charity…
Central Coast a melanoma hotspot
Revelations that the Central Coast is at number 23 of a newly released melanoma hotspot map from the Cancer Institute NSW is a timely reminder for Coasties to protect their…
Revolutionising heart procedures
An innovative study undertaken at Gosford and John Hunter hospitals is aiming to make heart procedures safer, less painful and faster for patients undergoing treatment for blocked arteries. Central Coast…
Reid backs Coast’s nurses
Federal Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid has thrown his support behind the nurses of the Central Coast as they continue to campaign for better wages and conditions from the…