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Healthy Focus
The latest news and information from the
Women's and Children's Health Network
October 2025 - Edition 19
Healthy Focus is a quarterly e-newsletter providing you with the latest happenings and health advice from across the Women's and Children's Health Network (WCHN).
Delivering care
Nicole has been a midwife at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital (WCH) for the past 15 years. She explains how her passion has driven her to succeed and what she loves most about her job.
Clancy's story
Named after the famous Banjo Patterson poem, Clancy was born with a rare, degenerative neuromuscular disorder called Nemaline Rod Myopathy and sadly passed away at just 9 weeks old.
Physio power
Our physiotherapists provide expert care for women, children and babies. From helping babies reach developmental milestones to supporting children recovering from serious illness, our teams use a wide range of specialised skills. Here’s a look at what they do – some of which you might not know!
Young Men, Young Father's
Through therapeutic support, counselling and case management, this program, run by our Metropolitan Youth Health Service (MYH), helps young men and fathers to understand the impact of violence, build insight into their behaviours, and develop practical strategies to manage emotions and improve wellbeing.
Meet Rebecca Kimlin
Rebecca Kimlin, a proud Arrernte woman and our Executive Director of Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing at the WCHN, has been shaping how we deliver culturally safe, respectful and meaningful care for the Aboriginal community across South Australia.
Garden party fundraiser
Thanks to a garden tea party organised by the Renmark Auxiliary, the Friends of Women's and Children's Hospital and Renmark High School raised over $1000 for the WCH.
New WCH playground
The brand-new playground at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital (WCH) is officially open and families are already making joyful memories in this inclusive and purpose-built space thanks to the support of the WCH Foundation.
Clive's therapy dog - Sprocket
Meet one of our PAWsome therapy dogs, Sprocket the Sheepadoodle. Sprocket is a Delta Therapy Dog who helps patients needing a little extra care. The Animal Assisted therapy program supports the rehabilitation, mental health and recovery of our patients at WCH with certified therapy dogs, providing animal companionship to those who need it most.
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In The Media
Ed's robotic therapy
Thirteen-year-old Ed lives with an undiagnosed condition that affects his ability to walk. Through robotic therapy using the Lokomat at the WCH, he has found much-needed relief from constant pain and discomfort.
Book Week
The WCH was transformed into a story book with special visits from Spider Man, Harry Potter and Disney Princesses. Our staff joined in the fun, dressing up as their favourite book characters, bringing smiles to our patients faces.
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