SEPHU has delivered a cervical screening education campaign in priority populations across the south-east, in collaboration with key stakeholders. Ten community-based information sessions were delivered, with a focus on culturally diverse communities, people with a disability...
“Own It” is a national campaign aimed at raising awareness of the self-collect option when doing your cervical screening test. The campaign encourages all women aged between 25 and 74 who have had sexual contact to...
Children who missed out on human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination in Year 7 at school are urged to make time to get a free catch-up dose. Data shows that in Victoria in 2025, 82.42% of girls and...
Bird flu (avian influenza) is spreading in Victoria, prompting updated advice for anyone who may have been exposed to sick or dead birds with the disease. “While bird flu mainly spreads between birds and can jump...
Victoria is experiencing a late season surge in respiratory illnesses, including influenza (flu) and COVID-19. Respiratory illnesses can affect Victorians of all age groups and vaccines are available to protect against common illnesses. “If you haven’t had...
The South East Public Health Unit is helping local communities prevent and minimise tobacco harm through the Local Drug Action Team (LDAT) Program. SEPHU’s focus is on Balaclava, Port Melbourne, South Melbourne, St Kilda and Windsor...
The health risk to humans remains low from Australia’s first-ever cases of avian influenza, also known as ‘bird flu’. Cases have been detected in 3 states. “While bird flu mainly spreads between birds and can jump...
A new guide to help parents and carers have conversations about vapes has been released in multiple languages. This guide is designed to help start a conversation about vaping that could change a young person’s life for the...
Recent diphtheria cases in parts of Australia are a reminder to check your vaccinations are up to date, particularly if travelling to higher-risk areas. ...
World No Tobacco Day on Sunday 31 May focuses attention on how the tobacco and nicotine industries design their products to appeal to young people and encourage addiction. The annual campaign, led by the World Health Organization,...
