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EMERGENCY

In an emergency, always call triple zero (000). It’s a free call from any phone, mobile or phone box.

For other urgent medical issues, go to an Emergency Department.

Our Emergency Departments are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week:



 
Kyogle MPS photograph

Aged care residents at Kyogle Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) are set to benefit from upgrades to the shared activity and entertainment spaces at the site, which are expected to be complete early next year.


 
Lismore Base Hospital staff member recognised for excellence in nursing and midwifery

Northern NSW Local Health District has today congratulated local nurse, Emily Green who is among 30 finalists nominated for the 10th annual NSW Health Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Awards.


 
Murwillumbah District Hospital to continue to play important role in regional healthcare

Murwillumbah District Hospital will continue to play a substantial and important role in providing health services to the Tweed Valley community well into the future, alongside the new Tweed Valley Hospital once it opens to patients.


 
Hundreds to participate in cycling event to raise awareness of organ donation

Residents from the NSW North Coast and South East Queensland will come together to participate in a social cycling event to raise awareness for organ and tissue donation on Sunday 31 July.


 
Community members needed for health advisory groups

Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) is seeking expressions of interest from community members to join health advisory groups.


 
Second diphtheria case identified in Northern NSW

The North Coast Public Health Unit has confirmed a second case of diphtheria of the throat, in a six year old child in Northern NSW.


 
Diphtheria case identified in Northern NSW

The North Coast Public Health Unit has confirmed a case of diphtheria in a two year old child in Northern NSW – the first case of diphtheria of the throat in NSW in a century.


 
Cervical cancer screening now available with self-collection

Women and people with a cervix will soon be able to perform their own cervical screening test under changes to the National Cervical Screening Program.


 
Don't delay your flu shot this winter

The North Coast Public Health Unit is urging local residents to book their flu vaccination now, to get protected against severe illness this flu season.


 
Hospitals weather summer Omicron peak

Patients in Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) continued to receive high quality care during the peak of the Omicron outbreak from January to March 2022 despite it being one of the most challenging quarters, thanks to the incredible…