Health
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Kids can reach every S-milestone
DRAGONS don’t usually have dental hygiene on their minds, but Chomper the dragon is no ordinary guest. Kindergartens across Gannawarra and Loddon are celebrating Dental…
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Keep kids up to date with dental health
CHILDREN and families are being reminded this week of the importance of oral health as part of Northern District Community Health’s (NDCH) Smiles 4 Miles…
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Mask up at Cohuna Hospital
RESPIRATORY illnesses are circulating in the Cohuna region, and staff at the District Hospital will be wearing face masks this week. The hospital said this…
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5 signs it might be time to get extra help at home
Caring for an aging loved one is a deeply personal journey. While independence is highly valued, there may come a time when extra support at…
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Calls for caution as JEV heads south
WITH Japanese encephalitis virus spreading further in parts of Victoria and New South Wales, health experts are warning the risk is much higher than previously…
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KDH expands surgical services
KERANG District Health (KDH) has completed significant upgrades to its theatre complex, made possible through a $3 million grant from the 2023–24 Regional Health Infrastructure…
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Connecting Loddon Mallee healthcare
BESPOKE regional healthcare program Connecting the Docs is entering its next phase of growth and consolidation after receiving seed funding from the Victorian Department of…
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Second case of Japanese encephalitis in northern Victoria.
A SECOND confirmed human case of Japanese encephalitis has been identified in northern Victoria, with likely exposure in the NSW Riverina. Victoria’s chief health offider,…
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Mental health marathon
ONE man’s multi-marathon run from Mildura to Echuca will help fund headspace’s outreach mental health services to the Gannawarra region. Forty-year-old Echuca builder Ben Welch…
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With JE circulating, it’s time to vaccinate
GANNAWARRA residents at-risk of contracting the mosquito-borne virus Japanese encephalitis have been urged to get vaccinated. Free vaccinations are available to eligible residents via Gannawarra…
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Stay skin cancer smart this summer
PEOPLE in the regions, especially men, have been urged to stay vigilant about sun protection over summer, as data shows melanoma diagnoses are on the…
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Keep an eye on vision
EVERY parent wants to ensure their child reaches all their developmental and educational milestones, but for a child to perform at their best, their eyes…
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