2023 media releases from NSW Health

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December<a name="2023/12-December" id="2023/12-December" /></div><ul class="dfwp-list"><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20231220_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Avoid food poisoning this festive season</a> [20 December 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20231215_01.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">'Tis the season to look out for others</a> [15 December 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20231208_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">NSW music festival-goers urged to prepare for heat wave</a> [8 December 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20231206_02.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">NSW urged to prepare for heat wave</a> [6 December 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20231204_02.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Winners celebrated at Multicultural Health Communication Awards</a> [4 December 2023] </li></ul></li><li class="dfwp-item"><div class="groupheader item medium">2023/11 - November<a name="2023/11-November" id="2023/11-November" /></div><ul class="dfwp-list"><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20231117_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">NSW residents urged to Beat the Heat this summer</a> [17 November 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20231115_02.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Public health warning: Heroin overdoses after using drug suspected to be cocaine</a> [15 November 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20231103_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Warning: Multiple types of high-dose MDMA tablets (ecstasy) circulating in NSW</a> [3 November 2023] </li></ul></li><li class="dfwp-item"><div class="groupheader item medium">2023/10 - October<a name="2023/10-October" id="2023/10-October" /></div><ul class="dfwp-list"><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20231007_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Be prepared for the asthma season</a> [7 October 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20231005_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Measles alert for international flight passengers </a> [5 October 2023] </li></ul></li><li class="dfwp-item"><div class="groupheader item medium">2023/09 - September<a name="2023/09-September" id="2023/09-September" /></div><ul class="dfwp-list"><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230929_02.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Finalists in the NSW Health Awards 2023 announced</a> [29 September 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230929_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">NSW Voluntary Assisted Dying Conference today</a> [29 September 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230926_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Warning: High-dose MDMA tablet (ecstasy) circulating in NSW</a> [26 September 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230915_02.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Early season heat alert</a> [15 September 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230914_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Don’t let Legionnaires’ disease bloom this spring</a> [14 September 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230913_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Be on the look out for serious bacterial illnesses</a> [13 September 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230912_01.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Travellers urged to exercise caution and avoid animal bites</a> [12 September 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230908_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">NSW community urged to be on alert amid rise in listeriosis</a> [8 September 2023] </li></ul></li><li class="dfwp-item"><div class="groupheader item medium">2023/08 - August<a name="2023/08-August" id="2023/08-August" /></div><ul class="dfwp-list"><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230818_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Bring back memories not measles</a> [18 August 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230802_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Finalists of the Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Awards announced</a> [2 August 2023] </li></ul></li><li class="dfwp-item"><div class="groupheader item medium">2023/07 - July<a name="2023/07-July" id="2023/07-July" /></div><ul class="dfwp-list"><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230728_01.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">NSW’s pharmacy trial expands statewide starting Monday</a> [28 July 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230721_003.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Public health alert: measles alert for international flight passengers, Randwick and Rose Bay</a> [21 July 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230706_01.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Parents urged to get kids and teenagers vaccinated against flu</a> [6 July 2023] </li></ul></li><li class="dfwp-item"><div class="groupheader item medium">2023/06 - June<a name="2023/06-June" id="2023/06-June" /></div><ul class="dfwp-list"><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230630_02.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">NSW community urged to be on alert for dangerous poppy seed batch</a> [30 June 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230630_01.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Parents urged to get children vaccinated against flu</a> [30 June 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230628_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Frontline clinicians to shape delivery of healthcare in NSW</a> [28 June 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230623_01.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">People over 65 urged to get vaccinated against influenza</a> [23 June 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230619_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Protect yourself and your family this winter: leave BBQS and outdoor heaters outside</a> [19 June 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230604_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">NSW urged to stay alert for meningococcal symptoms</a> [4 June 2023] </li></ul></li><li class="dfwp-item"><div class="groupheader item medium">2023/05 - May<a name="2023/05-May" id="2023/05-May" /></div><ul class="dfwp-list"><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230531_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Make this the year to go smoke free</a> [31 May 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230505_02.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Public drug warning: Potent opioid (isotonitazene) found in drugs in yellow powder form</a> [5 May 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230504_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">First mpox case identified in Sydney since November</a> [4 May 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230503_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">NSW Health system performs well despite COVID-19 pandemic</a> [3 May 2023] </li></ul></li><li class="dfwp-item"><div class="groupheader item medium">2023/04 - April<a name="2023/04-April" id="2023/04-April" /></div><ul class="dfwp-list"><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230420_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Community urged to vaccinate as flu season begins in NSW</a> [20 April 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230413_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Reminder to stay up to date with Tetanus vaccinations following recent cases in NSW</a> [13 April 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230406_01.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Two more cases of Murray Valley encephalitis detected in NSW</a> [6 April 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230406_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Measles alert for Western Sydney</a> [6 April 2023] </li></ul></li><li class="dfwp-item"><div class="groupheader item medium">2023/03 - March<a name="2023/03-March" id="2023/03-March" /></div><ul class="dfwp-list"><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230329_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Measles alert for Western Sydney</a> [29 March 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230327_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Second case of Murray Valley encephalitis detected in NSW this season</a> [27 March 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230301_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">BHI results show performance on the up</a> [1 March 2023] </li></ul></li><li class="dfwp-item"><div class="groupheader item medium">2023/02 - February<a name="2023/02-February" id="2023/02-February" /></div><ul class="dfwp-list"><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230224_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Bringing clinical trials to the bush</a> [24 February 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230222_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">First Murray Valley encephalitis case of the season identified in NSW</a> [22 February 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230217_02.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Measles alert for plane passengers</a> [17 February 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230217_01.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Win for health and medical research in NSW with international partnership</a> [17 February 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230217_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">MDMA use linked to music festival-related hospital admissions</a> [17 February 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230216_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Recall of long life almond milk product </a> [16 February 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230203_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Murray Valley encephalitis virus detections widespread across inland NSW</a> [3 February 2023] </li></ul></li><li class="dfwp-item"><div class="groupheader item medium">2023/01 - January<a name="2023/01-January" id="2023/01-January" /></div><ul class="dfwp-list"><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230127_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">NSW further expands access to Japanese encephalitis vaccine </a> [27 January 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230118_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Public health alert: viral gastroenteritis on the rise</a> [18 January 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230111_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Murray Valley encephalitis virus detected in NSW</a> [11 January 2023] </li><li class="dfwp-item"><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/news/Pages/20230106_00.aspx" xmlns:ddwrt="http://schemas.microsoft.com/WebParts/v2/DataView/runtime">Community urged to be aware of rare serious bacterial illnesses requiring urgent care</a> [6 January 2023] </li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </div> <div id="ctl00_PlaceHolderMain_contentc2_label" style='display:none'>Content 2</div><div id="ctl00_PlaceHolderMain_contentc2__ControlWrapper_RichHtmlField" class="ms-rtestate-field" style="display:inline" aria-labelledby="ctl00_PlaceHolderMain_contentc2_label"></div> <div> <div class='lastupdatedwrapper'> <div class='pageowner'>Contact page owner: <a href='#' onclick='location.href="/pages/feedback.aspx?mode=page&url=" + encodeURIComponent(location.href) + "&owner=" + encodeURIComponent("bWVkaWFAaGVhbHRoLm5zdy5nb3YuYXU=");'>NSW Health - 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