Bridge brings together comprehensive cancer care
A second double-storey bridge connecting the Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre (VCCC) Project to the Royal Melbourne Hospital was raised into place on Saturday 13 December.
View ArticleNew summer campaign targets skin cancer
New Cancer Council research shows Victorians prefer tanning much less than a decade ago but that sunburn rates are still too high.
View ArticleCampaign to remind women to screen for breast cancer
All women aged 50-74 years should undertake a free breast screen every two years.
View ArticleVictorians most generous for organ donation
Setting a national record, 117 generous Victorian donors and their families donated 369 organs last year.
View ArticleGet healthy and active by signing up to the Premier's Active April
With registrations now open, make the commitment to 30 minutes of physical activity a day during April.
View ArticleArchie Thompson kicks in for Premier's Active April
Melbourne Victory legend Archie Thompson leads by example and signs up to the Premier's Active April.
View ArticleWin an iPad - older Victorians encouraged to get tech savvy
Victorian Seniors Card holders have a chance to win an iPad in a new competition encouraging older Victorians to connect with the latest digital technology.
View ArticleNew park on old Royal Children's Hospital site
The new park on old Royal Children's Hospital site has been officially opened, creating a gateway to Royal Park
View ArticleCarePoint trial integrates services for Victorians
The CarePoint trial intervention is underway in Frankston, Mornington Peninsula and Eastern Metropolitan Melbourne.
View ArticleNew smoking bans to start at hospitals and schools
From Monday 13 April, smoking will be banned on the grounds of, and within four metres of hospital and school entrances.
View ArticleVictorians support Cyclone Pam response
Australian Medical Assistance Team deployed to assist Vanuatu in its response following Tropical Cyclone Pam.
View Article1800 ICE ADVICE to support health professionals, families, and users
The Victorian Government has established a new Ice Help Line as part of the Ice Action Plan to support health professionals, families and ice users.
View ArticleHonouring inspirational Victorian Seniors
The 2015 Victorian Senior of the Year Awards celebrate Victorians, aged 60 and over, who support others through their dedicated volunteer work.
View ArticleFunding for the Department of Health & Human Services in 2015-16
Funding for the Department of Health & Human Services in 2015-16.
View ArticleGrants announced to help multicultural seniors stay active
The Victorian Governement announced the recipients of 46 grants to help culturally diverse seniors participate in the community.
View ArticleJoin the #EmbraceDiversity campaign today
The Victorian Government has teamed up with the AFL to launch an #EmbraceDiversity campaign to promote inclusion and harmony in Australia and around the world.
View ArticleHave your say on Victoria's new 10-year mental health strategy
The Victorian Government has launched a new consultation website so every Victorian can have input into the next 10-year mental health strategy.
View ArticleNo Jab, No Play policy proposed
The Victorian Government announced the introduction of proposed legislation, known as 'No Jab, No Play' which will require children to be fully vaccinated before they can commence at childcare or...
View ArticleVictoria introduces new strategy to curb rates of chlamydia
The Victorian Government today announced the introduction of a new strategy to reduce the growing rates of sexually transmitted chlamydia infection in young people.
View ArticleCelebrating outstanding volunteers - call for nominations
The Victorian Government's new volunteer recognition program, the Premier's Volunteer Champions Awards, are now open for nominations.
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