Health
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Watch for stroke signs
STROKE is a huge issue in Australia with one occurring every 19 minutes in Australia and Ambulance Victoria is calling on the community to work…
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Ambo numbers boosted as demand spikes
THE Loddon Mallee region has seen more paramedics on the road as demand increases sharply over the winter months. Ambulance Victoria has said the fourth…
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Dental health vital for overall wellbeing
DENTAL Health Week (DHW) is the Australian Dental Association’s major annual oral health campaign. It takes place each year in the first full week of…
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Period supplies freely available
HEADSPACE Swan Hill aims to break down the barriers for women with a bright pink vending machine. The dignity vending machine was installed by charity…
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Why breast is best
WORLD Breastfeeding Week highlights the huge benefits that breastfeeding can bring to the health and welfare of mothers, infants and families. The World Health Organisation…
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The gift of life brings a good feeling
FIVE years ago, Kevin Bowen’s life was irrevocably changed by a generous gift from his sister – a kidney. “To be honest, I wake up…
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Training run for mental health
LOCAL football clubs are a great way for young people to keep up their physical fitness, but can also be a place to start a…
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Script-free move on pharmacy drugs
MALLEE pharmacists could soon be able to dispense certain medicines without a prescription in a trial later this year. The Drugs, Poisons and Controlled Substances…
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Instant results on medical tests
PATIENTS undergoing an endoscopy at Mildura Heath Private Hospital can now immediately receive doctors’ notes and images taken during the procedure, following the installation of…
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Specialist nurses play a vital role
JUNE is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, shedding light on the significance of early detection and treatment of this prevalent disease. Stomas, artificial openings on the…
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