Articles tagged: Health
Coast’s health service notes increase
Great Ocean Road Health has recorded a consistent increase of patient numbers at both its Apollo Bay and Lorne medical centres this year.
New Colac Otway platform to boost health
Deakin University researchers are calling on the Colac Otway community to share their food shopping experiences, with a new platform launching this week across the shire.
Plea for girls to stay active
Colac girls have been given a heartfelt plea to continue being active and playing sport this Women’s Health Week.
Results back Colac food app
A tool aimed at tackling poor nutrition has turned the chore of buying healthy food into a world of discovery for a group of young people in Colac Otway Shire.
Housing, health on Corangamite minds
Around 90 people from across the Corangamite Shire have asked for more affordable housing, health services, public transport and environmental protection to be included in a new council plan.
Input sought for healthy tool
A team of experts are testing a new tool in Colac this week that could help people make healthier food choices.
Coast health service recognised for care
Great Ocean Road Health has taken out a state award for its commitment and community-focused approach to healthcare.
State refutes closure concerns
The State Government says there are no plans to close any Victorian hospitals or cut frontline health budgets, despite a local MP’s concern about unrealistic savings targets and funding cuts.
Why is Health Education Crucial in Public Health Strategies?
Health education is critical, as it allows medical professionals to provide information on conditions that may present a risk to the community
Tennis-mad Norena still keeping active
Norena Larson knows that a fit and active lifestyle is essential for healthy ageing.
Call for more support for expectant mothers
A Geelong GP says the closure of Epworth Geelong’s maternity unit will have a big impact on Colac women.
Gastro outbreak
Great Ocean Road Health has closed its Apollo Bay facility to visitors following a gastroenteritis outbreak.
Outbreak measures stood down
Authorities have contained a COVID-19 outbreak at Colac’s Corangamarah aged-care home, with no new cases in recent days. The Department of Health and Aged Care’s most recent snapshot for COVID in aged care listed 24 cases of COVID among Corangamarah residents and seven among staff on December 8. A statement from Colac Area Health confirmed […]
Authorities warn of nearby ulcer cases
Colac residents should remain vigilant as Buruli ulcer cases continue to grow in the Geelong region.
Millions for hospital equipment
Colac Area Health has received $2 million in funding for crucial hospital equipment.
Nursing scholarships for Victorians
The State Government is offering free university and specialist training for thousands of nurses and midwives.
A career of baby bonuses
Lifechanging moments, heartbreaking news, intimate experiences, births and deaths – Judith Fleming has encountered it all in her four decades as an obstetrician and gynaecologist.
Active start to school day
Students at Colac Primary School are gearing up for this Friday’s annual Walk to School Day.
Nursing student’s training takes flight
Barongarook’s Tilly Lang-Ashworth’s nursing career could soar after recently taking to the skies with the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Call to prepare properties for new virus
Authorities are warning pig and horse owners to take measures to reduce exposure to mosquitos as the Japanese encephalitis virus starts to impact people and pigs in Victoria.
Gastro case surge for education
Health authorities have warned about a rise in viral gastroenteritis cases in Victorian early childhood education and care services.
Take hearing health seriously
Dispelling stigmas about hearing aids, and preventing video game-related hearing loss are important messages from Sound Audiology hearing specialist Holly Sprakel this week.
Virus hits state border
A dangerous mosquito-borne virus has reached northern Victoria, with health authorities urging Victorians to protect themselves against mosquito bites following possible cases of Japanese encephalitis virus.
Pool days ease pain
Colac people with arthritis are reaping the benefits of being back in the water.
