GP issues warning to smokers
A Central Coast GP has issued a warning about the possible long-term effects of smoking and urged smokers to be tested. Dr Ruben Karalasingham of the Entrance Medical Centre said…
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Crouch dives into Daffodil Dip to raise money for Cancer Council
It’s been just over a month since Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch lost his wife and best friend Jill following the long battle she bravely waged against metastatic breast cancer….
Benefits of exercising for ageing are huge
Physiotherapist Dorothy Gliksman has championed the benefits of exercising for decades and it’s a message she was keen to spread when she moved from Sydney to Yarramalong valley 24 years…
Innovative therapy for mental health treatment now bulk-billed
TMS Erina, a leading mental health clinic, is making waves by offering dedicated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy. The scientifically proven, painless and non-invasive treatment for depression and other psychiatric…
Huge boost for women’s health centre
The Central Coast Women’s Health Centre (CCWHC) is set to receive a $3.48M slice of a $34.3M funding pie from the NSW Government. The $34.4M, announced in the 2023-24 Stat…
Joining forces to promote seniors’ wellbeing
A new interagency dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of seniors on the Central Coast has been established. The Central Coast Seniors Interagency is a partnership between The Central…
Splashing out to help prevent youth suicide
The dedicated catering team at Peninsula Villages is making a splash in the fight against youth suicide by participating in Laps for Life throughout March. The national initiative raises vital…
Playtime loved by young and old alike
Alino Living, a leading aged care provider on the Central Coast, will reintroduce inter-generational play activities across its four facilities – Killarney Court, Lake Haven Court, Rumbalara House and Vietnam…
Search on for Coast’s Medicare Champion
Nominations are now open for the Stronger Medicare Awards which aim to recognise and honour Medicare Champions from across the Central Coast, including outstanding individuals and practices that provide exceptional…
Central Coast hospital wait times remain among the worst in NSW
While wait times at both Gosford and Wyong Hospitals have improved in the past 12 months, some benchmarks remain among the worst in NSW. The latest Bureau of Health Information…
Fun Haus hosts Women’s Health Centre
Central Coast Community Women’s Health Centre (CCCWHC) held its International Women’s Health Day (IWD) event at the Naughty Noodle Fun Haus Factory in Gosford on Thursday, March 7. Speakers included…
Coast kids encouraged to ride to school
Schools and families on the Central Coast are being encouraged to take part in Australia’s biggest celebration of active travel on Friday, March 22. National Ride2School Day aims to help…
Breast cancer warning for younger women
Jessica Allen, of Norah Head, was 16 weeks pregnant with her second child when an ultrasound confirmed she had triple negative breast cancer. Alarmed at discovering a large, hard lump…
More savings on prescription medications
Central Coast residents have saved more than $3.47M on prescription medicines since January 2023, with savings set to grow following an expansion of the number of medicines eligible for a…
Fundraising to help new mums prepare in war zone
A fundraising charity event to be held at Forresters Beach on March 10 will raise many for displaced women and children in Gaza. The Mindful Pregnancy Workshop has been organised…
Paint and sip to support sexual assault survivors
The Lyons Den in Gosford will host a Paint & Sip charity event on March 8 to support sexual assault survivors. It will be held in conjunction with International Women’s…
Help for those living with hidden disability
People living with non-visible disability such as autism, epilepsy or who are deaf or hard of hearing will be better supported when attending Service NSW centres on the Central Coast,…
Free hearing checks available through March
Hearing Australia is encouraging people to register for a free hearing check in March and there are multiple appointments available on the Central Coast. Research shows that only 56 per…
Alive Fest comes to Gosford
The plant-based festival Alive Fest will bring Gosford’s Leagues Club Park to life from 9am-4pm on Saturday, March 23. Co-ordinator Glenn Fraser said support from Central Coast Council had been…
More wellbeing nurses for Coast schools
More children on the Central Coast will have access to wellbeing support at school with the NSW Government committing $60M over four years to continue the successful Wellbeing and Health…