NSLHD News November 12 2021

NEWS NORTHERN SYDNEY LOCAL HEALTH DISTRICT NSLHD

Main story Short blurb community COVID-19 yarn up A l cal ya n up event has brought together Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from across northern Sydney to talk about health and social and emotional wellbeing amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more on Page 6 Read more on Page x

hornsby school student donates copies of first book Page 4

staff step up to support covid-19 patients in the community Page 3

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Message from the Chief Executive Deb Willcox

It is so great to see more than 90 per cent of the eligible NSW population fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and the low case numbers as we experience further easing of restrictions. With restrictions now lifted for regional travel in NSW, and the reintroduction of overseas travel to some countries for those who are fully vaccinated, I know many of you may already be planning trips away to reunite with loved ones. It is an exciting time especially as we head into the festive season, however we must remain cautious and be ready to respond if needed. We have already started administering third “booster” COVID-19 vaccinations at our Hornsby, Mona Vale and Royal North Shore Hospital Vaccination Hubs. Expert advice is the two-dose vaccination course already provided gives a high level of protection against the most severe effects of the virus so the booster vaccination is not mandatory. However, staff are encouraged to make appointments for their booster shot through the COVID-19 vaccination clinic finder here: https://bit.ly/3og2U4J. The NSLHD Executive Team has recently welcomed Associate Professor Chris Dennis to the role of Executive Medical Director. Many staff will know Chris from his time as Head of the Northern Clinical School. He is also a Staff Specialist Respiratory Physician at Royal North Shore Hospital. Chris is an excellent addition to the team and brings to the role his extensive knowledge and experience and a strong commitment to patient safety and quality in healthcare. He will provide senior leadership and oversight across a range of areas including clinical services, clinical governance, >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8

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