Cootamundra LHAC

18/12/2025

17/12/2025

PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT
HEATWAVE CONDITIONS

Wednesday 17 December – Saturday 20 December 2025

Director Public Health Unit, Alison Nikitas has issued a heatwave alert for the Murrumbidgee Local Health District.

• Severe heatwaves can be dangerous for many people, especially older people, babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, people with medical conditions and people who are unwell.

• Seek a place to keep cool, such as your home, a library, community centre or shopping centre.

• Close your windows and draw blinds, curtains or awnings early in the day to keep the heat out of your home.

• If available, use fans or air-conditioners to keep cool.

For information on staying safe during a heatwave go to the NSW Health web page https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/beattheheat/Pages/default.aspx

You can monitor weather in your region via the Bureau of Meteorology website www.bom.gov.au

16/12/2025

15/12/2025

Are you feeling overwhelmed following the Bondi Beach Terror Attack? You are not alone.

This traumatic event has impacted Australians from all walks of life and left many of us with unexpected and difficult emotions.

In our Bondi Beach Attack: Wellbeing support guide, you’ll find information about common reactions, reassurance that what you’re feeling is valid, and ideas for taking care of your wellbeing.

https://lifeline.org.au/bondi-incident

And remember - you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14, text on 0477 13 11 14 or chat at lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat anytime, no matter how this has impacted you.

20/10/2025

Did you know Cootamundra hospital still offers maternity services? Looking after all your antenatal, birthing and postnatal care. Cootamundra hospital is here to support you through all stages of your pregancy and childs life

https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/mlhd/our-services/pregnancy-birth-and-baby

20/10/2025

Here's a quick reminder that the Cootamundra hospital is proud to service our local community and offers a large range of services including Heart, Dental, Gastroenterology, General Medicine, General Surgery, Maternity and Palliative Care.

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/australian-health-services/healthcare-service/cootamundra-2590-nsw/the-cootamundra-hospital/hospitals/8b43cc80-d9ef-f17b-6f98-ed21207d50b4

20/10/2025

We had a fabulous time at the 2025 Cootamundra show. Gaining insight from community members and sharing valuable resources with our community is what we are passionate about. If you would like to be an important link and advocate between Cootamudra and NSW health services join the committee today. Send us a message, or speak to a member for more infrmation.

09/09/2025

Today is world su***de prevention day. This year's theme is Changing the Narrative on Su***de. Coota LHAC, is working to improve the impact of su***de in our local area.

The Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network offers free training and information to help Change the Narrative.

https://mphn.org.au/su***de-prevention

If you or someone you know is in need of support, the NSW Government and Murrumbidgee Local Health District has created a list of support services in The Murrumbidgee.

https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/mlhd/our-services/mental-health-services

Su***de Prevention Australia can give you more information on World Su***de Prevention Day.

https://www.su***depreventionaust.org/world-su***de-prevention-day/

06/09/2025

September is your chance to help fight childhood cancer. Organise your family, friends, colleagues or community to get together and help raise awareness for this worth while cause.

Information and registration can be found at the Footy Colours day website or check out the Fight Cancer Organisation links below.

https://www.footycoloursday.com.au/

https://fightcancer.org.au/

04/09/2025

Go4Fun Online is a free 10 week program for children aged 7-13 who are above a healthy weight and their families. The program provides information and support to improve eating and activity habits and is specifically for families in NSW who are unable to attend the face to face version of the progra...

02/09/2025

🩺 When was your last Blood Pressure Check?

High blood pressure often doesn’t show any symptoms, but keeping an eye on it can help you stay on top of your health!

Your local Bush Chemist makes it easy — just drop in for a quick, convenient check with one of our trained pharmacists. We can:
✔️ Measure your blood pressure
✔️ Explain what your readings mean
✔️ Share simple health and lifestyle tips
✔️ Let you know when it’s time to see your GP

29/08/2025

Today we are supporting Wear It Purple Day and are proud to provide an inclusive environment for all.

https://www.wearitpurple.org/our-story

https://qlife.org.au/

https://www.minus18.org.au/?srsltid=AfmBOopoJU8ik1Hudsym_--GTuJnlPEWhhWkCHgSMwQ8ZVdP7vItq8It