No Walk-ins
We have made the decision not to accept walk in appointments at this time.
News
Statement from: Lesley Nelson, SWAMS CEO RE-COVID-19
In an effort to do our part in containing the outbreak of COVID-19 commonly known as Coronavirus, SWAMS will be putting into place new procedures, policies…
SWAMS Counsellor available in Collie
You can now see a SWAMS Counsellor in Collie! Monday’s from 10am – 4pm (appointment required) GP Down South rooms Collie Hospital Deakin Street, Collie We…
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Update: Fever Clinic open in Bunbury.
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Update: If you are showing symptoms of or are concerned you may have been infected with COVID-19 please DO NOT come to the clinic…
Positive Mindset, Positive Birthing
SWAMS and the Boodjari Moort Maternal and Child Health Team are excited to announce the introduction of the Positive Aboriginal Birth Program. This course focuses on…
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…
#SWAMSHealthHUB
We now need to engage with the appropriate Government authorities by way of a petition to gain the funding to go ahead with the building.
Preserving culture, protecting country and its connection to Aboriginal Health
The preservation of the Aboriginal culture and its link to health within the community and as individuals is a topic that is perhaps known, but not well understood by the general public.
Ironbark and Falls Prevention
According to Injury Matters and the Department of Health, falls are one of the leading causes of hospitalisations for older Aboriginal people.
Food, Family and Diabetes
Did you know that according to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, Aboriginal people are almost four times more likely to develop diabetes or pre-diabetes?