Fairfield Hospital Sydney

09/10/2025

08/10/2025

07/10/2025

Whether you're looking for online tools or want to hear someone's lived experience story, check out the Living Library. It’s a one stop shop for stories, education and experiences from people of all walks of life.

Mental Health Month is a great time to dive into the Living Library so we can care for each other and reduce the stigma together.

Learn more: https://wayahead.org.au/living-library/

07/10/2025

Meet May Lyn. She faced a mental illness while studying at university and decided to get help. May Lyn soon recovered and went on to graduate from uni with distinction.

May Lyn tells her story in our Living Library video series. You can visit the Living Library to celebrate Mental Health Month and hear real stories of recovery and hope: https://wayahead.org.au/living-library

Use the Conversation Starter to get your friends and family talking about mental health.

07/10/2025

Families, we’re opening our doors!

Come along to Fairfield Hospital’s Maternity Open Day 💜

📅 Monday 27 October 2025
🕥 4pm-7pm (tours every 30 mins)
📍 Near the main entrance

Take a guided tour through our birthing unit and postnatal ward, meet our midwives, doctors and maternity care team, and discover more about the services available to support you through pregnancy, birth and beyond.

👉 Register now Fairfield Maternity Service Open Day 2025:
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01/10/2025

Cultural inclusion is a top priority for the Fairfield Hospital redevelopment.

Our team recently gave an in-language presentation to the Fairfield Women’s Health’s Vietnamese Cultural Group on the $630 million redevelopment, which will transform our hospital.

More than 30 women had the opportunity to ask questions and share their thoughts on the plans for the hospital.

Let us know if your organisation or community group would like to host a presentation on our hospital redevelopment. We can hold sessions in your local area and in different languages.

If you’d like us to visit your group or have any questions, email us at: swslhd-fairfieldhospitalredevelopment@health.nsw.gov.au

29/09/2025

Our Paediatric Ward has a brand-new playground! The vibrant new outdoor space features play equipment and fresh landscaping, providing children and their families with some respite during their healing journey.

Construction of the playground was made possible thanks to the generous donation of $150,000 from the Mounties Group, and the project management and construction skills donated by Built Pty Ltd. We also extend our thanks to Supertee, who were instrumental in helping source the funding.

29/09/2025

Face painting, cultural dancing and stone art were among the fun-packed highlights of Fairfield Hospital’s annual National and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day.

“The community really looks forward to, and comes together for, this deadly event,” Katrina Filewood, Fairfield Hospital Aboriginal Liaison Officer, said.

We extend our thanks to all the local services and businesses who donated their time, products and food to give the school children a fun day of learning.

22/09/2025

Sepsis is when your body has an extreme response to an infection (also known as blood poisoning). It is a life-threatening condition, and needs immediate medical attention.

Sepsis can affect anyone but some people are more likely to develop sepsis including young children, older people and people with chronic illness. Dr Wei Luo shares the symptoms to look out for and what to do if you think you or your child may have sepsis.

If you feel unwell or are concerned, visit your doctor or call healthdirect for free, instant health advice on 1800 022 222. For language support call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450.

18/09/2025

Sepsis is when your body has an extreme response to an infection (also known as blood poisoning ). It is a life-threatening condition, and needs immediate medical attention.

Sepsis can affect anyone but some people are more likely to develop sepsis including young children, older people and people with chronic illness. Dr Iman Hegazy shares the symptoms to look out for and what to do if you think you or your child may have sepsis.

If you feel unwell or are concerned, visit your doctor or call healthdirect for free, instant health advice on 1800 022 222. For language support call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450.

17/09/2025

Enjoy paid, hands-on experience while you study an eligible allied health course.

Applications for next year’s Aboriginal Allied Health Cadetships are now open!

Abagail’s career was transformed after completing the Aboriginal Allied Health Cadetship during the first year of her Master of Psychology. “I’ve made incredible connections with other clinicians and received cultural supervision that’s helped me grow both personally and professionally.”

For Abagail, the Cadetship also provided a better understanding of her studies and allowed her to put her knowledge into practice. “There are so many ways to integrate Aboriginal culture into Western medicine,” she says. Her thesis explores the restorative effects of nature and how being on Country can reduce stress – a concept that resonates across cultures.

Abagail encourages other Aboriginal students considering a career in allied health to embrace every opportunity. “Be open-minded. I never thought I’d be part of an alcohol and other drugs clinic, but it turned out to be one of the best experiences.”

Pictured is Abagail (right) and her family on Wiradjuri Country. Artwork by Leona McGrath (Woopaburra and Kuku Yalanji).

Applications for the 2026 Aboriginal Allied Health Cadetship program are now open for eligible Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students in their final two years of study.

Apply today: www.health.nsw.gov.au/aboriginal-allied-health-cadetship

17/09/2025

Menopause is a normal period of body transition for all women. It is when your period has stopped for twelve months. This typically happens around the age of 51 but it can be earlier.

While for many, symptoms may be mild to moderate, some women can have very bad symptoms and require additional support.

Our Specialist Menopause Service can help.

Visit our community outreach clinics to discuss any symptoms you may be experiencing including potential treatment options.

When: Tuesday 23 September, 9.30am-4pm
Where: Fairfield Women's Health Centre, 3/25 Barbara Street, Fairfield

Call 9794 0150 or 9794 0160 to book your spot.