Health
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Free dental care for kids is toothsome
BRIGHT orange vans will visit Mildura schools to offer free dental check-ups to students as part of the Victorian government’s Smile Squad initiative. The program…
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Mid-week feed for hospital staff
ABOUT 1250 meals were provided to Mildura Base Public Hospital staff on Wednesday to show them a little extra appreciation. The staff appreciation day included…
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All urged to get vaccinated
SUNRAYSIA residents have been urged to take action to protect their health this autumn as flu and measles infections soar. Cases of preventable infections, such…
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Medical trial brings big win to family
FOR the Manning family, Christmas last year signified the beginning of a fierce health battle for their youngest son, Waylon, with the 10-year-old diagnosed with…
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It’s time to get vaccinated against influenza
PEOPLE are being reminded to book in their annual flu vaccination ahead of the winter peak season, with free flu vaccines now available for children…
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Better health care for women
A NEW women’s health clinic will be open by the end of the year at the Mildura Base Public Hospital as part of a Victorian…
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Helping hand for recovering mums
IN honour of C-Section Awareness Month in April, an Australian maternity brand has launched a free medically-reviewed app designed to aid with recovery. The Heal…
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Better health at the heart of it
SOME of the country’s leading heart disease prevention researchers visited Mildura this week to detail a new initiative called CAD Frontiers. Cardiologists and researchers are…
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Shot at keeping babies safe
THE Victorian State Government has introduced free immunisation for babies against respiratory syncytial virus in an effort to curb infection rates. RSV is a common…
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Grant given to help regional hearts
LA Trobe University researchers have been awarded a $900,000 grant to develop an at-home heart health check kit for regional Australians. Rural and remote heart…
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Flu jab drop concerns
A DECLINE in vaccination rates could lead to an increase in flu-related deaths and other diseases this year, health authorities warn. The number of people…
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State backed telehealth goes live
THE New South Wales Government has launched VirtualAdults, a virtual health service with the aim of improving healthcare access for residents in the state’s Far…
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