Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS)
The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) is recommended for screening for depression in the antenatal and postnatal periods. The following EDPS translations have been linguistically validated (forward and back translations by Western Sydney Local Health District Translation Services. Translations for either antenatal and postnatal use are printed on official NSW Health forms for accurate scanning into health medical records. Use the following guide for screening: • The EPDS is a screening tool not a diagnostic one and designed to identify those who require a more comprehensive mental health assessment. • Complete the first antenatal screening as early as practical in pregnancy and repeat screening at least once later in pregnancy • Complete the first postnatal screening 6-12 weeks after birth and repeat screening at least once in the first postnatal year • For a woman with an EPDS score between 10 and 12, monitor and repeat in 2-4 weeks as the score may change subsequently • Arrange further assessment of perinatal women with an EPDS score of 13 or more • For a woman with a positive score on Question 10, undertake or arrange immediate further mental health assessment and if there is any disclosure of suicidal ideation, rake urgent action in accordance with local protocol. use appropriate antenatal or postnatal NSW Health forms below:
Pasifika community message for Japanese encephalitis (JEV)
Mosquito season is not over. Some mosquitoes in NSW carry viruses that can make you really sick. The best way to avoid getting sick is to take simple steps to prevent bites, especially if you work outdoors. This video is also available in Fijian, Samoan and Tongan. For more information in your language, visit: www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/mosquito-borne/Pages/translated.aspx
Gallbladder cancer
People from some communities may need extra information and support when they have cancer. The information on this site is suitable for anyone affected by cancer. However, this section has additional information for: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people multicultural communities people in rural and remote areas.
Chronic leukaemia
People from some communities may need extra information and support when they have cancer. The information on this site is suitable for anyone affected by cancer. However, this section has additional information for: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people multicultural communities people in rural and remote areas.
Cervical cancer
People from some communities may need extra information and support when they have cancer. The information on this site is suitable for anyone affected by cancer. However, this section has additional information for: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people multicultural communities people in rural and remote areas.
Cancer of unknown primary (CUP)
People from some communities may need extra information and support when they have cancer. The information on this site is suitable for anyone affected by cancer. However, this section has additional information for: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people multicultural communities people in rural and remote areas.
Breast cancer
People from some communities may need extra information and support when they have cancer. The information on this site is suitable for anyone affected by cancer. However, this section has additional information for: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people multicultural communities people in rural and remote areas.
NSW Health strongly recommends you wear a mask
Wearing a mask can help stop the spread of COVID-19
Wearing a mask can help stop the spread of COVID-19
Fact sheet about how to wearing a mask
Confirmed cases of COVID‑19
If a doctor suspects you may have novel coronavirus infection or if you have been diagnosed with the infection, follow the advice below until your doctor or the public health unit advises that you no longer need to be in isolation.