Health
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Help fight prostate cancer
PROSTATE Cancer Foundation of Australia representatives are calling for people to participate in the charity’s campaign to raise awareness of the disease and funding for…
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Changes coming for non-urgent ambos
A PLAN by the Victorian Government to overhaul the state’s non-emergency patient transport (NEPT) has been revealed. The move comes response to increased demand for…
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Leaf it to nature
NATURE is at the heart of a school holiday program set in the bush. Be Me Play Therapy, a child-centered counselling business, operate a Nature…
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GP accessibility boost in local aged care
FOUR Sunraysia GPs from two clinics have started providing services in residential aged care facilities with the aim of addressing a nationally identified gap. A…
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Hospital backend services could combine
MILDURA’s hospital service is expected to continue as usual after the formalisation of Victoria’s health networks yesterday. The State Government released its long-awaited plan on…
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Blood donors needed urgently
SUNRAYSIA residents have been urged to consider becoming a blood donor in the wake of a record number of cancelled blood donations in the past…
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JE case prompts mozzie warning
RESIDENTS in northern Victoria have been urged to take measures to avoid mosquito bites following the first identified case of Japanese encephalitis (JE) in the…
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No smoke without concern
POOR air quality caused by bushfires is a concern for a majority of Australians, a survey has found, and an increasing danger for people with…
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Planting prosperous seeds for wellbeing
SELF-empowerment is at the heart of a series of workshops grounded in First Nations matriarchal wisdom and women’s business practices. Barkindji warrior Shantelle Thompson created…
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Food poisoning vigilance called for
HEALTH authorities have reminded people of the danger of food poisoning during the summer break season. Food out for less than two hours can be…
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Hospital plans Robinvale outreach
MILDURA Base Public Hospital is in early discussions about establishing a women’s and children’s health hub at Robinvale’s Murray Valley Aboriginal Cooperative. The hub could…
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New nurses to walk onto wards
STUDENTS from La Trobe University will take the next big steps on their journey into healthcare careers in 2025 with grad year roles at Mildura…