11 October 2024
Protect yourself this pollen season through prevention
During grass pollen season people may notice a worsening of asthma and hay fever. Grass pollen season runs from October …
Be aware of Buruli ulcer
Buruli ulcer is spreading into new geographical areas including in Brunswick West, Coburg, Essendon, Moonee Ponds, Pascoe Vale South and Strathmore. If you develop a new ulcer, see your GP and ask for a Buruli ulcer test.
Increasing whooping cough cases in Victoria
Cases of whooping cough continue to increase in Victoria, particularly amongst school-aged children. Vaccination is the best way of preventing whooping cough.
Increasing local transmission of mpox in Victoria
People with symptoms of mpox should seek medical care and testing. Free mpox vaccine is widely available for eligible people.
Health Alerts
- 26 September 2024 Increasing cases of whooping cough in Victoria
- 22 August 2024 Increasing cases of mpox in Victoria
- 30 July 2024 Outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in metropolitan Melbourne
News & Alerts
26 September 2024
Increasing cases of whooping cough in Victoria
Cases of pertussis (whooping cough) continue to increase in Victoria, particularly amongst school-aged children. There have been over 10 times …
18 September 2024
Western Public Health Unit Population Health Promotion 2023-2024 Annual Report
The Western Public Health Unit (WPHU) are proud to share our Population Health Promotion 2023-2024 Annual Report. This report highlights …
22 August 2024
Increasing cases of mpox in Victoria
As of 21 August 2024, 120 mpox cases have been notified in Victoria since April 2024. For more information on …
30 July 2024
Outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in metropolitan Melbourne
Western Public Health Unit is working alongside The Department of Health to investigate an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease with many …
23 July 2024
Winter disease update – how to stay well this winter
Winter often brings more colds and other illnesses. This year, as we move further away from the pandemic, people are …
02 July 2024
Influenza (flu) is on the rise – parents urged to book children in for their free flu vaccine
As a parent, we know you want to do everything possible to protect your child. One of the best ways …
18 June 2024
ACE Health Economic Modelling Tool deep dive webinar workshop
On Wednesday, 1 May 2024 the Western Public Health Unit (WPHU) hosted a webinar workshop in partnership with Deakin University …
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A-Z Health Topics
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