Health
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Poll split on who will take COVID vaccine in Sunraysia
A NEW poll has revealed nearly half of the respondents will refuse to get the COVID-19 vaccine when it is rolled out across north-west Victoria…
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COVID-19 vaccination poll
Untitled PollWill you get a COVID-19 vaccination when it becomes available?Which vaccine would you prefer to receive? Get the latest information regarding the vaccine – Major…
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Mildura defibrillator donation a lifesaver
THERE’S a higher chance of surviving a cardiac arrest in Sunraysia after nine automated electronic defibrillators (AEDs) were made available for community use this month.…
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Mildura blood donor centre needs Australia Day spirit
DESPITE the challenges faced by many in 2020, blood donation was still a priority for many Sunraysia residents. Mildura Donor Centre received 3712 donations in…
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Heat safety vital in Sunraysia, says ambulance
AMBULANCE Victoria (AV) is urging people to “play your part, be summer-smart” as the weather heats up. “We want everyone to enjoy summer, but also…
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Woolworths recalls coleslaw tubs
WOOLWORTHS has recalled its coleslaw due to a potential salmonella contamination. The Woolworths Coleslaw 110g, 250g, 400g and 800g plastic tubs have use-by dates from…
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Red alert areas for toxic algae expand
WATERNSW has advised that an additional red alert (high alert) for toxic blue-green algae is now in place for the lower Murray River that includes…
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Ross River virus alert for Mildura
ROSS River virus has been detected in mosquitoes in urban Mildura and health authorities are warning residents and visitors to stay vigilant. A health warning…
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A life-saving service
AMBULANCE Victoria’s Stroke Telemedicine (VST) service is marking a major milestone this month with more than 10,000 patients officially receiving life-saving stroke care. VST operates…
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Hospital ready for ‘silly season’
MILDURA Base Public Hospital is prepared for an increase in presentations to the emergency department over the silly season, but the hospital’s CEO is urging…
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Blood donors urgently needed
AUSTRALIAN Red Cross Lifeblood needs 6800 additional blood donations between Christmas and New Year to avoid life-saving blood stocks running low. With many donors expected…
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Week of Joy at Mildura Base Public Hospital
THE Week of Joy at Mildura Base Public Hospital has proven a hit with staff. The hospital courtyard has been filled all week with large…
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