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Welcome to the SA Health page SA Health is committed to protecting and improving the health of all South Australians by providing leadership in health reform, public health services, health and medical research, policy development and planning, with an increased focus on wellbeing, illness prevention, early intervention and quality care. SA Health is the brand name for a portfolio of health services and agencies including the Department for Health and Wellbeing, SA Ambulance Service, the Commission on Excellence and Innovation in Health, Preventive Health SA, and ten Local Health Networks. Information posted on any of SA Health’s social media channels is not intended to be individual medical advice and should not be considered medical advice, nor is it intended to replace consultation with a qualified doctor or other health care professional. Are you looking for information or to find a service?
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Paediatrics nurse Alice recently delivered her first baby, and it happened unexpectedly in the hospital car park. Alice...
16/10/2026

Paediatrics nurse Alice recently delivered her first baby, and it happened unexpectedly in the hospital car park.

Alice’s habit of clocking in early for her shift proved a blessing for a couple rushing to Flinders Medical Centre while in labour.

“As soon as I got out of my car, I heard the unmistakable sound of a woman giving birth and I ran to help,” Alice said.

Although she has three children of her own, Alice had never before been involved in delivering a baby.

“I was able to remain calm in the chaos and reassure her by saying she was doing really well, I knew there was no time to leave and get help,” Alice said.

Another passing nurse joined the response and called for an ambulance, while Alice safely delivered the baby.

After almost 10 years in paediatrics, the experience has sparked an interest in midwifery.

“I never thought of becoming a midwife, but after that incredible experience, I think it might have been a sign to start thinking about a career change!”

It’s staff like Alice who make our health services so special, helping people in need when and where they need it.

Congratulations on your first delivery, Alice.

The Australian Red Cross Lifeblood urgently needs blood and plasma donors. A prolonged and record cold and flu season ...
15/10/2026

The Australian Red Cross Lifeblood urgently needs blood and plasma donors.

A prolonged and record cold and flu season has contributed to critically low supplies of the most common blood types.

If you're eligible, you can give blood, plasma, or platelets. You could help save up to 3 lives by donating.

You might even be able to donate on your lunch break and get a free snack.

To see if you're eligible and to book an appointment, visit www.lifeblood.com.au

Meet Lucy, an audiologist at Flinders Medical Centre. Lucy works with people across all stages of life, from babies as...
13/10/2026

Meet Lucy, an audiologist at Flinders Medical Centre.

Lucy works with people across all stages of life, from babies as young as 9 months through to older adults. She provides hearing assessments and supports those with a range of hearing and ear related conditions.

For Lucy, it’s the variety of her work and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives that makes being an audiologist so rewarding.

"My favourite part of being an audiologist is the opportunity to connect with and support people at different stages of their hearing journey,” says Lucy.

“It’s incredibly rewarding to help individuals and their loved ones better understand their hearing and feel more confident in connecting with the world around them.”

Allied health professionals like Lucy make up almost a third of the health workforce, working alongside doctors and nurses to diagnose, prevent and manage patients' health.

This Allied Health Professionals Day, we're celebrating the professionals who help South Australians move, see, talk, hear, eat and think well.

Thank you, Lucy, and to all our allied health professionals. 💙

The 24/7 Urgent Mental Health Care Centre offers free, safe, immediate support for you or your loved ones. There are a...
13/10/2026

The 24/7 Urgent Mental Health Care Centre offers free, safe, immediate support for you or your loved ones.

There are also walk-in Medicare Mental Health Centres across the state. These are welcoming spaces where everyone can access free mental health information, services and support:

Northern Adelaide (age 16+) (new location)
⏱️ 8.30am – 10.30pm weekdays,
12pm - 6.30pm weekends and public holidays
📌 7 Oldham Rd, Elizabeth

Mount Barker (age 16+)
⏱️ 9am – 7pm Monday to Wednesday, 9am – 9pm Thursday to Friday, 12pm to 8pm weekends and public holidays
📌 2-4 Cameron Road, Mount Barker

Mount Gambier (age 18+)
⏱️ 9am – 5pm weekdays
📌 Unit 7, 165 Commercial St East, Mount Gambier

Port Pirie (age 18+)
⏱️ 9am – 5pm weekdays
📌 129 Ellen St, Port Pirie

In a mental health emergency, call the Mental Health Triage on 13 14 65.

If life is in immediate danger, call 000.

For more services, visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/mentalhealth

Medicare Mental Health Centres across South Australia are funded by SA Health, Adelaide PHN and Country SA PHN.

12/10/2026

Food Recall Alert – Tweedvale Dairies Reduced Fat Milk 1L and 2L

Tweedvale Dairies PTY LTD are conducting a recall of the above products. The products have been available for sale in independent retailers including IGA in SA.

Date Marking: Use By 21/10/2026

The recall is due to microbial (E. coli) contamination.

For more information see: https://www.foodstandards.gov.au/industry/foodrecalls/recalls/Pages/default.aspx

We asked patients at Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre what advice they would give younger generations. Their answers migh...
12/10/2026

We asked patients at Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre what advice they would give younger generations. Their answers might surprise you. 💬

Small struggles don't have to become overwhelming ones. When we take the time to connect with each other before things ...
11/10/2026

Small struggles don't have to become overwhelming ones.

When we take the time to connect with each other before things get too heavy, we create space for support, understanding and healing.

You don't have to wait for a crisis to check in on someone. And you don't have to wait for one to reach out yourself.

10/10/2026

Nominations are open for the 2027 South Australian Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards.

With 10 individual and team award categories and one university-nominated award, the program recognises outstanding nurses, midwives, and nursing and midwifery teams working across a wide range of healthcare settings.

Nominations are encouraged from the public, private, aged care, primary health care, community, education, research and non-government sectors.

Category winners will receive a $1,500 prize and the opportunity to celebrate with fellow finalists and the wider South Australian nursing and midwifery community at the Awards Gala Dinner on Friday, 7 May 2027.

Nominations close Sunday, 8 November 2026.

To read the nomination guidelines and apply, visit sahealth.sa.gov.au/nursingandmidwiferyawards

Three-year-old Jenson is ready for his next adventure after receiving a new kidney nicknamed ‘Buzz’. His mum, Courtney...
09/10/2026

Three-year-old Jenson is ready for his next adventure after receiving a new kidney nicknamed ‘Buzz’.

His mum, Courtney, first learned about his kidney problems at her 20-week scan. Jenson was born with Chronic Kidney Disease, which progressed to kidney failure about a year ago. The goal was to find a suitable donor so he could have a transplant before needing dialysis.

Neither Courtney nor Jenson’s dad, Danny, were a match. The team at the Women's and Children's Health Network introduced the family to the Australian and New Zealand Paired Kidney Exchange Program.

The program helps people find a compatible donor through an exchange with other families. A match was found quickly: Jenson received a kidney, and Danny donated one of his to another recipient.

Throughout his journey, the Women’s and Children’s Hospital Renal Team oversaw Jenson's care, arranged the family's travel to Melbourne for his transplant and has continued supporting him after he returned home.

"The hospital has supported us the whole way," says Courtney.

"Jenson's donor has given him a chance to enjoy his childhood – he is so full of life and has so much energy now with his new kidney. We will forever be thankful."

Thank you to Jenson, Courtney and Danny for sharing your story with us.

We want to hear about your experience with palliative care in South Australia to help improve future services. If you ...
08/10/2026

We want to hear about your experience with palliative care in South Australia to help improve future services.

If you are a patient, carer, family member or support person, you can join one of three focus groups. Each group will have 8 to 12 people and will run for 2 hours.

You can share what happened, what got in the way, and your ideas to make things better.

We would like to hear from you if you have used palliative care, had trouble or delays getting care, or weren't sure what help was available when you needed it.

If you are chosen, we will pay you for your time and cover reasonable costs you have to pay yourself.

To take part, register your interest by Wednesday 14 October 2026. To learn more, visit brnw.ch/21x6dqm

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