03 November 2023
Don’t let
COVID-19 catch you
COVID-19 remains an unwelcome part of our lives as our immunity from both infection and vaccination wanes with time and …
Western Public Health Unit
The Western Public Health Unit (WPHU) is a local public health unit that sits within Western Health. We work within a network of LPHUs across Victoria and with the Department of Health to deliver public health interventions to the people of eight local government areas in central and west Melbourne.
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27 October 2023
Community Engagement Noticeboard – 27 October
Below is the latest edition of our Community Engagement Noticeboard, published 27 October 2023. Sign up to receive the Noticeboard …
18 October 2023
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 …
27 September 2023
New
measles case
The Western Public Health Unit (WPHU) would like to draw your attention to a health alert issued by the Chief …
26 September 2023
SRS and Disability Newsletter – September
Below is the latest edition of our SRS and Disability Newsletter, published September 2023.
25 September 2023
Supporting
collective action on vaping
Evidence suggests that e-cigarettes (commonly referred to as vapes) may contain nicotine levels equivalent to 20 cigarettes1. E-cigarette use, or …
22 September 2023
Buruli ulcer information and resources for clinicians
Local outbreak of Buruli ulcer Cases of Buruli ulcer have increased significantly in Victoria in recent years. The disease is …
22 September 2023
Buruli ulcer advice for our community
What is Buruli ulcer? Buruli ulcer is an infection of skin and soft tissue caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium ulcerans. …
