Phones, TV and Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi and internet access
- Wi-Fi is available for patients and families within the Hospital free of charge
- select _HealthGuestWiFi_SCH and follow the prompts.
Mobile phones
Mobile phones can be used at the end of the patient’s bed but not near the front of the bed as it may interfere with the electro-medical equipment. Phone charging units are available on most wards.
Public phones
Public phones can be found at the northern end of the main corridor on level 0, and the Prince of Wales Hospital foyer (Barker Street).
TV
Televisions are available free of charge at most bedsides in the wards.
Entertainment system
In the Bilima Building, your child has access to TED (The Entertainment Device) at the bedside. The tablet can be used to:
- watch TV and movies
- access the internet
- find relevant health information
- order meals
- contact nurses in the event of an emergency
- fill out a survey about your time in hospital
If you need further assistance, please ask your nurse for help.
In other wards and units you are welcome to bring in your own personal devices.