24/06/2023
" Due to a critical midwifery workforce shortage, women due to give birth at Whyalla Hospital and Health Services will temporarily be required to deliver at other locations from Monday 26 June 2023.
This decision has been made to ensure that women are able to deliver their babies in the safest way possible.
We are currently working on recruiting qualified staff with the aim of reinstating birthing services as soon as possible.
If you know of a midwife who is looking for a new opportunity in a friendly and welcoming community, please encourage them to get in touch with our health service.
We are currently working with each woman who is due to give birth imminently, supporting them to develop a personalised plan and arrange their birth at an appropriate alternative location.
Antenatal and post-natal care will continue to be provided at Whyalla Hospital and medical staff will remain available to respond to maternal emergencies.
Women in Whyalla who believe they may be in labour, even early stages, should attend the Whyalla Hospital and Health Services as soon as possible.
We also encourage you to contact us if you have any concerns or questions, you can contact the Whyalla Hospital on (08) 8648 8300.
In the event of an emergency, call Triple Zero (000)."
Due to a critical midwifery workforce shortage, women due to give birth at Whyalla Hospital and Health Services will temporarily be required to deliver at other locations from Monday 26 June 2023.
This decision has been made to ensure that women are able to deliver their babies in the safest way possible.
We are currently working on recruiting qualified staff with the aim of reinstating birthing services as soon as possible.
If you know of a midwife who is looking for a new opportunity in a friendly and welcoming community, please encourage them to get in touch with our health service.
We are currently working with each woman who is due to give birth imminently, supporting them to develop a personalised plan and arrange their birth at an appropriate alternative location.
Antenatal and post-natal care will continue to be provided at Whyalla Hospital and medical staff will remain available to respond to maternal emergencies.
Women in Whyalla who believe they may be in labour, even early stages, should attend the Whyalla Hospital and Health Services as soon as possible.
We also encourage you to contact us if you have any concerns or questions, you can contact the Whyalla Hospital on (08) 8648 8300.
In the event of an emergency, call Triple Zero (000).