Health advocacy
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Changing the stigma around disability
If someone was to say to you, "I've got a disability" what would your immediate reaction be? Would it be one of sadness or pity? Don't worry if it is, it's common - but it's also what we are trying to change.
Friday 30 November 2018 -
Protect your children from window and balcony falls this summer
Earlier this year, legislation was put into place to ensure the safety of children in multi-story residences through the installation of window safety devices.Tuesday 20 November 2018 -
Shining a light on World Prematurity Day
As the sun sets on Saturday, 17 November, The Children’s Hospital at Westmead will be basked in a vibrant, purple glow in support of World Prematurity Day.
Friday 16 November 2018 -
Life with type 1 diabetes
In the blink of an eye April could have a low... her blood sugar levels could drop so dramatically that she could slip into a coma. If April doesn't eat foods with the right amount of insulin, she could have a high... her blood sugar levels could rise so significantly that it causes damage to her organs. This is life with type 1 diabetes.
Wednesday 14 November 2018 -
Preserving the miracle of antibiotics
Our health professionals have issued a strong warning for people not to take antibiotics for virus-borne illness such as the flu, labelling such misuse as one of the biggest global health threats of our time.
Monday 12 November 2018