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The NSW State Labor Government in all its wisdom has decided to close the only women’s ward at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPA) in Sydney . This will mean the closure of 20 beds in the women’s ward (known as 7E2) which provides for women recovering from treatment of breast, ovarian and cervical cancer, as well as females who have had gynecological treatment. The controversial move would see female patients recovering in mixed sex wards.
Staff at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital have spoken out in vehement opposition to the proposal to close a women’s recovery ward at the hospital and SBCF has spoken live on 2GB with Alan Jones (Thurs 30th Oct). Alan grilled the Health Minister John Della Bosca this morning about this closure and about the decaying public health system in this state. The Minister refused to confirm or deny the closure, which is meant to take place on the 14th Nov, and has failed to respond to numerous written requests and objections.
A direct link to Mr Della Bosca's office has been established so you can voice your concern at the closure of the Breast Cancer Ward for women at RPA.
Please support the women of Sydney by clicking on the link at:

http://www.sbcf.org.au

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Men in the ACT are being encouraged to become founding members of the White Knights Canberra and help end violence against women.

The new group encourages ACT men to raise awareness of White Ribbon Day on November 25th - an international male led campaign to end violence against women.

http://www.chiefminister.act.gov.au/media.php?v=7251&m=51

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If you are currently supporting a loved one with depression, chances are you’re finding it incredibly difficult to know what to do to make a difference. Don’t despair, practical, doable easy to understand information is at hand at:

http://www.depressioncarer.com/

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Relax your body, release your mind and feel your soul play at this interactive and social evening of tantric practices and dance. If you’ve been looking for somewhere to meet others who are into Tantra, or you are new to Tantra – these evenings are for you!
Events held in Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra. Find out more at:

http://www.tantricblossoming.com/calendar.htm

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At last! A website that keeps everyone happy. Or almost - I'm sure there is someone who can find something wrong with anything. But for the rest of us, check out the happiness research, happiness musings and ideas on how to be happy at www.happinessstrategies.com

http://www.happinessstrategies.com

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Gynaecological Awareness Information Network (GAIN) is a not for profit organisation driving awareness and education on gynaecological health matters.

Gain Aims to assist women to find the information they need to make the 'right' health choices for them and to provide support as they face these challenges, encourage healthcare professionals to be more sensitive and responsive to the needs of women with gynaecological problems and the effects on their sexuality, provide community education to promote awareness of gynaecological health, diseases and associated illnesses in the hope of early detection and proper diagnosis, improve the efficiency and efficacy of resources available, establish an Australian National Gynaecological Awareness Day.

www.gain.org.au

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If you are a new mum, check out the "Get Your Body Back" package available from Mums Squad - a 13 week, 26 session fitness program that includes childcare, your own program, boxing gloves and workout gear.

They mind your baby while you get your body back with a custom program from expert trainers - and you'll also get a fix of social interaction too. There is 1 nanny for every 6 babies, and more importantly you are never exercising too far away - so if your baby needs you, you're right there. Sessions available across Sydney - for more details phone 02 9939 3160 or visit www.mumsquad.com

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Did you know that constipation is common for Australians of all ages, but especially women. The gut foundation has released a booklet that provides information and natural remedies for bloating and constipation, including irritable bowel syndrome which is predominant in the female population.

For more information visit www.gut.nsw.edu.au

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There is great news for young women and girls in Australia - a new vaccine that can protect them against the cause of most cervical cancers. The vaccine protects women against certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV), which are known to cause 7 out of 10 cases of cervical cancer and 9 out of 10 cases of genital warts. The Australian Government is providing the new vaccine free to all women and girls aged between 12 and 26 through the National HPV Vaccination Program.

For more details visit http://www.health.gov.au/cervicalcancer

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For all the advice you need on health, fitness & nutrition, sexual, physical and mental health and much more, go to www.womens-health.com The site includes libraries, access to health specialists and over 50 support boards all absolutely free to give you up to the minute advice on all manners health & wellbeing.

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