The Victorian Public Healthcare Awards return for 2024! We encourage all organisations and individuals delivering public health services and programs to share their stories of innovation, excellence and achievement with us by entering! More: go.vic.gov.au/3vIHQfc #VPHAwards

This winter, we know what to do to stay well against COVID and the flu. So get your flu shot and up-to-date COVID vaccine. Book now with your pharmacist or doctor.

The recently released Listening to Women's Voices report told us 40% of women surveyed live with chronic pain. To help address the challenges faced when seeking care for pain, Victorian Department of Health is calling on Victorian girls and women to complete a 10-min survey: bit.ly/3TuBzeO

VACCHO express our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of a young person lost all too soon. We must look out for one another’s health and wellbeing - our culture and our Community are our strength. Support is available-Yarnin Safe’n’Strong (1800 959 563) or 13YARN.

Three new locally acquired cases of mpox have been reported in Victoria. Free mpox vaccine continues to be available for eligible people through certain sexual health clinics, hospitals, GPs and pharmacies. Learn more about mpox: go.vic.gov.au/3y497JC

The governing board of NW Melbourne PHN is looking to appoint three new non-executive directors. For more information and to apply: bit.ly/4aZ5raG

Last week, NW Melbourne PHN hosted senior health figures at its new Docklands headquarters to launch the 2024-28 Strategic Plan. We extend a big thanks to the Hon Ged Kearney MP, Assistant Minister for Health and Aged Care, for welcoming the next chapter! bit.ly/3QBaupP

“While we’re still relatively early in the 2024 flu season, only 7 per cent of children under 5 have received their flu shot this year.” Associate Professor Holly Seale looks at how to boost the low uptake of flu vaccinations for children The Conversation - Australia + New Zealand theconversation.com/too-many-austr…

.NW Melbourne PHN welcomes the $10.7 billion funding boost to health and aged care services announced by the Treasurer in the Federal Budget 2024-25. Statement: bit.ly/3WEd2Hl

A human case of avian influenza A(H5N1) infection, also known as “bird flu”, has been reported in Victoria. There is no evidence of transmission in Victoria and the chance of additional human cases is very low as avian influenza does not easily spread between people. 1/2 🧵

Residential aged care homes in Victoria now have access to an new education package. Called BERTIE, the project was developed in response to findings in the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety. Find out more: bit.ly/3wNbWi4

Are you aged 75 years or older? If it has been 6 months since your last COVID-19 vaccination, it is recommended that you receive another COVID-19 vaccine booster. Book an appointment at bit.ly/3Vnf50k or call 1800 022 222 for COVID-19 advice.

Thanks AMA Victoria for interviewing me on my thoughts about what is needed to improve our health care system, better support #generalpractice & improve #healthoutcomes & #equity NW Melbourne PHN Victorian and Tasmanian PHN Alliance AMA Vice President Mary-Anne Thomas MP Ged Kearney Euan Wallace paperturn-view.com/ama-victoria/a…

For the next 12 months, Star Weekly News will be shining a light on the health challenges faced by women living in Melbourne's northern and western suburbs. NW Melbourne PHN chair Ines Rio kicked off the Women's Health Matters campaign in this week's editions nwmphn.org.au/news/getting-h…

A comprehensive report analysing the mental health and care needs of the community in Melbourne’s centre, north and west has been published by NW Melbourne PHN. Read more 👇 nwmphn.org.au/news/new-repor…

Vic cases of pertussis (whooping cough) are 4x higher in 2024 than last year. We’re seeing an increase in school-aged children particularly. Prevent the spread by ensuring you & your family are up to date with immunisations & stay home if you're symptomatic. Learn more ⬇️

Australia lost one of our medical legends yesterday, with the death of Nobel Laureate Dr Robin Warren. Together with Dr Barry Marshall, they discovered the link between the bacteria Helicobacter Pylori & Peptic Ulcer Disease. It fundamentally changed how we treat ulcer disease.

Why do we feel lonely? Australians from all walks of life share their experiences of loneliness and the power of meaningful social connections. See more at lonelinessawarenessweek.com.au #EndingLonelinessTogether #LonelinessAwarenessWeekAU

A huge congratulations to our Board Chair Associate Professor Ines Rio 👏👏👏

There is an ongoing outbreak of mpox in Victoria and other Australian jurisdictions caused by Clade IIb of the virus.   In Victoria, mpox vaccination is currently available for eligible at-risk groups.   More info on vaccines and symptoms: go.vic.gov.au/3MfHhyc 🧵1/3