What to expect this winter – notes from the northern hemisphere for primary care preparedness

What to expect this winter – notes from the northern hemisphere for primary care preparedness

Insights from the NSW Health International Winter Forum, with learnings from Canada and the UK. Countries in the northern hemisphere...
01 April 2026
GP waiting room full of people with a viral infection

Practice Nurse Profile – Karen Cabacungan

Karen Cabacungan has been working as a practice nurse in Macquarie Fields for six years. As a proud Filipino she...
01 April 2026
Karen Cabacungan - profile nurse

Community immunisation days 2026 throughout South Western Sydney

Be an Immunisation Hero. Keeping up to date with your vaccinations helps protect you, your family, and our community. In...
27 March 2026
flu vaccinations

2027 GP training applications now open

Are you, or someone you know, looking for a challenging, diverse and highly rewarding medical career? Now is the perfect...
26 March 2026
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Multilingual children: language development and when to refer

Multilingualism has been linked with numerous benefits for children and families. The amount of exposure to each language directly impacts...
23 March 2026
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Inclusive mental health resources for GPs

The General Practice Mental Health Standards Collaboration has developed a new suite of resources to assist GPs in providing inclusive,...
23 March 2026

MyMedicare offers better health outcomes for GPs and patients   

MyMedicare is a voluntary patient registration system which aims to strengthen the bond between GPs, primary care teams and patients.   Practices can access:   ...
23 March 2026

EOI for Free Script Pharmacy Project – medication for homeless people

Applications are now closed. We are now reviewing submissions and will contact applicants over the coming weeks. SWSPHN’s Free Script...
19 March 2026
Pharmacist with community worker discussing the Free Script Pharmacy project.

IWD celebrated with Zumba, prizes and stalls at Fairfield  

SWSPHN staff celebrated the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, with community and service providers at an International Women’s Day event at Fairfield Community Centre on...
17 March 2026
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Online learning portal brings digital health to life  

When it comes to improving the health of Australians, the role of digital innovation and connection is a vital part...
17 March 2026