KAYA WANDJU. Welcome to SWAMS.
The South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is a Noongar Community Controlled Health Organisation, founded on the principles of self determination, empowerment and freedom of choice. Learn More
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide health care services to Aboriginal people in a way that reflects self-determination and advances our overall health status.
Our Values
Accountability and transparency
Professionalism
Care and support
Honesty, trust and respect
What's Going On
Find out about regular programs we run, and the latest news and events.
Stroke Week 8 – 14 August 2022
Stroke is one of Australia’s biggest killers and a leading cause of disability, but more than 80% of strokes can be prevented. During National Stroke Week…
Site 7, Locke Estate – SWAMS new campsite!
SWAMS is excited to announce it has entered into a lease arrangement with the City of Busselton as we were the successful proponent under an expression…
Syphilis Awareness
With syphilis on the rise in our community it’s important to know how to test and treat. Watch the video below to find out more!
Changes to eligibility – SWAMS subsides and benefits
From the 1st July, there will be changes to eligibility for the SWAMS Subsides and benefits.
Kanyiny Mooditj – keeping solid
Kanyiny Mooditj – keeping solid. Join our SWAMS walking group which starts this Monday, 16th May and will be running up until Christmas! Mondays at the…
COVID-19 Vaccination for kids 5-11
SWAMS are now vaccinating our koolangkas aged 5-11 against COVID-19 in our Bunbury clinic with our Maternal Child Health Team. These deadly koolangkas have rolled up…
Your journey in ear health
Ear infections are common in all children, and often accompany a simple cold or flu. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children currently experience some of the…
SWAMS and the Kaat Koort – Aboriginal Brain Health Study
You may be surprised to know that Dementia is not one specific disease, but is a word that is used to describe many conditions that affects…
Don’t be fooled… vaping and e-cigarettes are not safer or healthier.
The popularity of vaping devices and e-cigarettes has been gradually growing in Australia with the majority of users being current smokers aged between 18-24. There is…
Health Hub one step closer!
The Australian Labor Party has pledged $18.3m to the South West Aboriginal Medical Service Health Hub in Bunbury. The hub will provide a full range of…
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Noongar boodjar and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
SWAMS acknowledges, honours and welcomes the diverse communities of which we are a part of and we celebrate the extraordinary diversity of people’s bodies, genders, sexualities, and relationships that they represent.
