Victoria’s Chief Health Officer has issued a warning for people to avoid unapproved peptides, following a series of allergic reactions in recent weeks. The products are promoted for weight loss, performance enhancement, muscle gain, injury recovery,...
Doctors and nurse practitioners are now able to prescribe PBS-subsidised hepatitis B antiviral treatment for eligible patients, following a relaxing of prescriber rules. Under the changes from 1 September, doctors and authorised nurse practitioners are no...
The thunderstorm asthma season is now under way, with Victorians being urged to stay inside when thunderstorms hit. Thunderstorm asthma occurs when a specific kind of thunderstorm releases tiny particles of grass pollen that can rapidly...
Almost one-in-3 unvaccinated people who contract mpox will have symptoms so severe that they go to a hospital emergency department, according to data collected by the South East Public Health Unit. For those who received one...
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 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...
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,...
The influenza vaccination for 2026 is now available and people are encouraged to get their vaccine as soon as they can. “Vaccination gives the best protection against the flu and against the disease’s severity,” said Professor...
