Health
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Program to get Mildura senior citizens moving
A NEW exercise program to get senior citizens moving has been funded to reach Mildura in the coming months. Initiated by the Mallee Sports Assembly…
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Mildura CBD medical centre set to open next year
MILDURA’S CBD is set to gain a new medical centre with a state-of-the-art radiology practice. The centre, in the former Dick Smith store on Lime…
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Murray River kayak journey starts talk about depression
WHEN Marc Nieuwenhuys’ seven-year battle with depression hit rock bottom earlier this year, he started desperately searching for something to “help him break free”. Today,…
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Mildura mother laments loss of son, lack of help
If you, or someone you know, needs help, call Lifeline on 131 114, beyondblue on 13 0022 4636 or Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800…
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Mental health: Bottling things up is not the answer
Anyone requiring crisis support can call Lifeline’s 24-hour number, 131 114, or headspace, 1800 650 890. Sunraysia Daily journalist BROOKE LITTLEWOOD has used her personal…
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Orthopedic fix is close to home, says surgeon
ORTHOPEDIC surgeon Dr Robert Baird says the services at Mildura Health Private Hospital are “equivalent to any similar-sized facility in Australia” — so why are…
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Mildura losing the battle against weight gain
RECENT analysis of obesity rates says it’s time Mildura weighed in on its battle with the bulge. In the nationwide analysis, Mildura was ranked “second…
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Mildura man pushes for a cancer cure
HAVING lost three family members to cancer in the past 12 months, Phil Pappin is no stranger to the disease and will ride for a…
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Time to share ideas on Victorian cancer care plan
SUNRAYSIA residents who have been touched by cancer are invited to share their ideas on “improving cancer outcomes”, as part of a statewide plan for…
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Opening up for mental health month
COMMUNITY groups and workplaces in Mildura are being encouraged to raise awareness of the importance of social and emotional wellbeing this month. As part of…
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Health check program in Dareton
MEN’S and women’s health checks will be the focus of Dareton Men in a Shed and Dareton Primary Health’s event, Spanner in the Works, this…
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Push for greater access to mental health services
If you, or someone you know, needs help, call Lifeline on 131114, beyondblue on 1300224636 or Kids Helpline on 1800551800. AFTER fighting an ongoing battle…