25 June 2026
Concerned about bird flu?
Find information and links to trusted advice about bird flu.
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Public health updates for central and western Melbourne.
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Information on statewide and local public health alerts
- 25 June 2026 Concerned about bird flu?
- 11 May 2026 Stay well this winter
- 05 November 2025 Thunderstorm asthma: be ready, stay safe
- 17 April 2025 Measles in Melbourne – have you had two MMR vaccines?
- 10 January 2025 Measles outbreak in South-East Asia with cases in Victoria
- 18 October 2024 Mpox is spreading across Victoria
- 13 December 2024 Private: Could that new or slow healing ulcer or skin infection be a Buruli ulcer from a summer mosquito bite?
- 26 September 2024 Increasing cases of whooping cough in Victoria
- 30 July 2024 Outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in metropolitan Melbourne
- 10 May 2024 Increase in COVID-19 activity
- 02 February 2024 Bicillin shortage information for health professionals
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24 June 2026
WPHU showcases public health leadership at national conference
Nine abstracts were presented by WPHU at the conference.
11 May 2026
Stay well this winter
Vaccination is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family this winter, especially if you are pregnant, a …
21 April 2026
New approach to prevention showcased in Food as Medicine session
WPHU was proud to host Dr. Steven Chen to explore innovative approaches such as Food as Medicine.
09 April 2026
Food First in the West brings fresh fruit and veg to communities
The Western Public Health Unit (WPHU), along with 14 other partners, is pleased to announce that Food First in the West has officially marked its launch. …
11 March 2026
Measles vaccine rollout begins in Melbourne’s West
Book your measles vaccine here. Western Public Health Unit is warning people across Melbourne’s West to make sure they’re vaccinated against measles, …
15 September 2025
Building a fairer food system: Food First in the West awarded VicHealth grant
The Western Public Health Unit (WPHU), together with 14 dedicated local partners, is proud to announce that Food First in …
10 September 2025
WPHU’s 2025-2028 Strategy is here
The Western Public Health Unit (WPHU) has released its 2025-2028 Strategy, outlining the guiding principles and strategic priorities that will …