Health

More than medical – menopause and LGBTQIA+ communities

A study funded by VicHealth, aims to understand the experiences of LGBTQIA+ women and gender-diverse people as they experience menopause

Top tips for exercising to help prevent dementia

Learn how exercise could potentially prevent dementia according to leading research examining its impact on brain biology.

New Footscray Hospital

Get the latest news on the Footscray hospital, set to open in February next year.

New public hospital for the West under construction

There is a new public, community hospital now under construction in Point Cook, finally giving a much-needed boost to the vital health infrastructure in the western suburbs.  

Daughters of the West are kicking health goals

Draped in red, white, and blue, the Indian Daughters of the West are championing their health this premiership season.

After being called the ‘N’ word at school, my son’s pain is one I can’t treat

We must call out blatant racism in our communities to create change and support our children.

The domino effect of putting things off till a ‘more convenient’ time

Teah Mogae tells the story of Melissa who has been a regular patient since her late teens

Do you know your First Aid for mental health?

We’re scared to say the wrong thing. Not sure if we’ll make things worse. But reaching out with care and empathy can make a huge difference.

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