Emergencies & Safety, Healthcare Services & Rights

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Emergency Department

Introduction The Emergency Department (ED) is an important part of a hospital. It provides urgent care for people who are seriously ill or badly injured.

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Medicare

Introduction Medicare is Australia’s public health insurance scheme. That means that if you are enrolled in Medicare or on your parent/guardians Medicare card, the government

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Regional, Rural or Remote Services

Introduction Health services in regional, rural and remote NSW: If you live in a regional area, there might be challenges to accessing doctors and health

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Services for Young People in NSW

Introduction Navigating through youth can present a range of health concerns and queries. In New South Wales, a range of health services are available to