10 September 2026
Local research explores new way to reduce Buruli ulcer
The Western Public Health Unit helped with a new study. The study found that special mozzie traps can cut the risk of Buruli ulcer by more than 80%.
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Public health updates for central and western Melbourne.
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- 04 August 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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20 August 2026
A year of action for healthier communities across Melbourne’s west
Read WPHU’s 2025–2026 Population Health Promotion Annual Report and see what we’ve achieved with our partners to support healthier communities across Melbourne’s west.
04 August 2026
Concerned about bird flu?
Find information and links to trusted advice about bird flu.
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
Respiratory viruses spread more easily during winter in our community. Vaccination helps protect your family and reduces spread in childcare, schools and the wider community.
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
Western Public Health Unit is warning people across Melbourne’s West to make sure they’re vaccinated against measles, as we’re now seeing local transmission of …