Health
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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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Probable Japanese encephalitis case prompts warning
AN urgent health warning has been issued after a “probable” human case of Japanese encephalitis was identified in a resident of northern Victoria. Acting chief…
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Safety tips for Christmas leftovers
DINNER is often the highlight of Christmas Day with an abundance of leftovers. First aid training course provider CPR First Aid has issued advice on…
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Your guide to a healthier Christmas
YOU are probably like us and wondering how the past year has gone so quick but alas here we are – well and truly into…
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How to beat the heat and what to do if you can’t
HEAT kills more Australians than any other natural disaster, and extreme heat can affect anybody. Those more at-risk include people over the age of 65,…
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Meet the town’s new doctor
AFTER six years as a general practitioner in Narrandera, New South Wales, Dr Vitalis Ihuarulam made the “difficult decision” to move to Balranald with his…
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The importance of respite care for carers
Caring for a loved one with a disability, illness, or chronic condition is a demanding role that requires significant time, energy, and emotional investment. While…
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Keep guard up against COVID-19
VICTORIANS are being reminded to take steps to protect themselves and their community from COVID-19 this summer, as COVID-19 infections increase across the state. The…
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New doctor for town
AFTER more than five months without a doctor, Balranald finally has a new general practitioner. The Balranald Medical Clinic is now owned by Dr Vitalis…
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District health takes another financial hit
SWAN Hill District Health has been whacked with “exploding” WorkCover premiums, increasing by more than 50 per cent in the past two years. Swan Hill’s…










