Central Coast Health

19/06/2026

💅 Gosford Hospital Children's Ward recently had a visit from Ivy - a student from Green Point Christian College - and her mum, who delivered some very special gifts.

Ivy created beautiful handmade activity and pamper packs for girls aged 8–12, filled with thoughtful items like body mist, nail polish, lip gloss, face masks, bath bombs, toiletry bags and books – all carefully put together and even bedazzled to make them extra special.

During her visit, Ivy was able to personally gift one of her packs to a young patient, bringing a little extra comfort and joy.

We’re so grateful for Ivy’s creativity, kindness and generosity. Thank you for making a difference to our patients!

18/06/2026

Thinking about getting a health check at the NAIDOC Community Day but not sure what to expect?
We had a quick yarn with Dr Jenna from our Nunyara Aboriginal Health Unit to walk you through it 👇
🩺 Free and confidential
🖤 All mob welcome
🎁 Free hoodie when you complete all checks
Come down, have a yarn, and look after your health with us.
📍 Wyong Race Club
📅 Tuesday, 7 July
⏰ 10am-3pm

16/06/2026

An exciting future awaits! The 2027 GradStart program is now open to graduating nursing and midwifery students.

There’s no better place to begin your career than right here on the Central Coast.

Apply now. Applications close on Monday 29 June: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/gradstart

15/06/2026

Sometimes small steps can make a big difference.

This Dry July, we’re raising funds for exercise programs designed specifically for cancer patients across the Central Coast.

With support from our physio team, these sessions help patients rebuild strength, manage fatigue and feel more like themselves again.

We’re also raising funds for:
• A beverage bay in the new inpatient unit at Gosford Hospital
• Free art classes for patients
• A wall art installation in the new Wyong Hospital Cancer Day Unit
• Book-swap libraries across our sites

👉 Sign up or donate here:
https://www.dryjuly.com/beneficiaries/centralcoastlhd-coastcancare

11/06/2026

Registrations are now open for the Central Coast Health Psychology Professional Development Day 2026.

Hosted by our Psychology Department, this year’s event will explore the theme Practising Well: ethics, reflection and safe practice in psychology - focusing on the professional capabilities that support safe, ethical and sustainable psychological practice across all career stages.

The program features a range of experienced clinicians and leaders discussing topics including legal and ethical foundations of psychology practice, reflective practice, preventing burnout and more.

The event is open to psychologists and clinicians from Central Coast Health, across NSW Health and the broader psychology sector, providing a valuable opportunity to connect with peers, build capability and stay up to date with contemporary practice.

📍 Gosford Hospital Conference Centre
📅 Thursday 6 August 2026
🕘 9:00am – 4:15pm
💲 $35 per person

Find out more and register now via the Central Coast Health website: https://www.cclhd.health.nsw.gov.au/news/psychology-professional-development-day/

10/06/2026

Come along to the Central Coast NAIDOC Community Day to celebrate the culture of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

📅 Tuesday 7 July 2026
⏰ 10am – 3pm
📍 Wyong Race Club

📢 The countdown is on! 📢

Join us for the Central Coast NAIDOC Community Day 2026 as we come together to celebrate 50 Years of Deadly and recognise the history, culture, strength and achievements!

📅 Tuesday 7th July 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 3:00pm
📍 Wyong Race Club

Bring the whole family along for a deadly day featuring:

✨ FREE lunch
✨ FREE health screenings
✨ FREE hoodie giveaway
✨ Kids Zone & rides
✨ Live entertainment
✨ Community stalls
✨ Cultural activities
✨ Elders Area & Kids Health Yarn

This is a day for community, connection, culture and celebration. Everyone is welcome.

We can’t wait to see you there!

08/06/2026

Influenza is serious, but it isn’t as scary if you’re vaccinated. Protect yourself and others from influenza.

Your yearly flu vaccine offers you the best protection from serious illness and is
available from your GP or pharmacy.

Getting a flu vaccine is safe and easy and recommended for everyone aged 6 months and over. Everyone aged 2 years and over can get a flu vaccine at a pharmacy.

Book your flu vaccine at your GP or pharmacy today: www.healthdirect.gov.au/nswfluvaccine

06/06/2026

What’s one small thing that can make a really hard day in hospital feel just a little bit easier?

Sometimes it’s simply a warm cuppa ☕

This Dry July, we’re raising funds to support cancer patients across the Central Coast — including a beverage bay in the new cancer inpatient unit at Gosford Hospital.

It might sound simple, but if you’ve ever spent time in hospital — especially during cancer treatment — you’ll know how much comfort a warm cuppa can bring.

Whether it’s a tea to settle the stomach, a coffee for a little lift or just that feeling of normality during a tough time, it makes a difference.

We’re also raising funds for:
• Free art classes and exercise programs for patients
• A wall art installation in the new Wyong Hospital Cancer Day Unit
• Book-swap libraries across our sites

If you can, we’d love your support.

👉 Sign up or donate here:
https://www.dryjuly.com/bene.../centralcoastlhd-coastcancare

05/06/2026

The team of doctors, nurses and allied health clinicians at the Long Jetty Urgent Care Service can treat a range of illnesses and injuries that aren’t life-threatening but need attention quickly, such as:

• Minor cuts and wounds, sprains or suspected simple fractures.
• Coughs, colds, flu and mild asthma.
• Earaches, sore throats and minor eye problems.
• Minor burns, rashes, allergies, stings and insect bites.
• Urinary tract infections and some gastrointestinal illnesses.

To get the right care, right when you need it call healthdirect on 1800 022 222.

Need an interpreter? Call 131 450 and ask for healthdirect.

04/06/2026

Innovative research is underway at the Central Coast Cancer Centre.

Our team is playing a leading role in a study using artificial intelligence (AI) to track liver tumours in real time while patients receive radiotherapy. The goal is to make treatment more accurate and less invasive while also improving outcomes for people with liver cancer.

Dr Ben Zwan, Lead Research Medical Physicist, pictured here at the Central Coast Cancer Centre, said early results are very promising.

“Current practice involves surgically implanting seeds into the liver to assist with locating the tumour however, this procedure is invasive and can cause side-effects for the patient," said Dr Zwan.

“The AI tool uses X-ray imaging to map the tumour’s location and is then able to track the tumour with a high degree of precision and without the need for any surgical intervention."

The team hopes the technology will one day help guide or even automatically adjust treatment as it happens.

We are proud to be part of research that is shaping the future of cancer treatment.