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Find out about the latest news and developments from around our health service.

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  • Exterior Albany Radiation Oncolgy
    Albany’s new $13.1 million Radiation Oncology Service to welcome patients in April 31 March 2023 Premier Mark McGowan and Health Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson had their first look at Albany’s $13.1 million Albany radiation oncology facility as the site prepares to open to patients.
  • Education at the centre of Karratha Close the Gap Day 30 March 2023 Staff at Karratha Health Campus recently took part in an educational training session that focused on providing culturally safe healthcare.
  • Don't forget to protect your eyes during the Exmouth total solar eclipse
    Midwest prepares for total solar eclipse 27 March 2023 A total solar eclipse is a rare astronomical event that will bring visitors from around the world to Exmouth and the Gascoyne region between 17 and 23 April 2023.
  • Recent Japanese encephalitis virus now detected in the Pilbara region 24 March 2023 The Department of Health is sending an additional mosquito surveillance team to the Pilbara after evidence of Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) was detected in the region.
  • Play time donation a boon for Kalgoorlie childrens ward 22 March 2023 Fun has been put back into focus at the Kalgoorlie Health Campus children’s ward, thanks to a generous donation of games, puzzles and books.

More WACHS News

  • Health advice for Kimberley residents during the flood 05 January 2023 Residents in the Kimberley region are being urged to stay safe and protect their health following recent major flooding to the area.
  • HEALTH ALERT Accessing hospitals and health services during extreme flooding 04 January 2023 WA Country Health Service sites across the Kimberley have activated emergency response procedures and remain fully operational.
  • Junior doctor stands in front of Bunbury Regional Hospital welcome sign
    Medical student praises Bunbury Regional Hospital’s supportive culture 21 December 2022 Jamie Pannett has praised the Bunbury Regional Hospital for creating a supportive, caring and engaging culture that helps students learn and thrive.
  • Two health staff members standing beside two new 4WD ambulances
    Brand new ambulances arrive in the Kimberley this week 20 December 2022 The first of six brand new, custom-fitted ambulances arrived in the Kimberley this week, ready to answer the call of critically ill or injured residents of Derby and surrounding communities.
  • Wheatbelt midwife encourages people to choose a country career 20 December 2022 Sophie discovered there were exciting opportunities available through WA Country Health Service (WACHS) and so she decided to pursue her interest in newborn and maternal health and become a registered midwife.
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Last Updated: 14/07/2021
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