Parkinson’s Disease Conference

What a great success the Parkinson’s Disease Conference was on Wednesday 28 November! After a three-year hiatus, the annual Conference was back bigger and better than ever, with around 350 attendees from around the region, many of whom have Parkinson’s Disease or are their carers. Experts on Parkinson’s Disease spoke about wide-ranging topics about symptoms

World Prematurity Day 2023.

14 November is World Diabetes Day.

$100,000 raised for women’s cancer services at GV Health

Look Good Feel Better Workshop coming to GV Health!

Look Good Feel Better is coming to GV Health! The FREE national community service program, run by the Cancer Patients Foundation is dedicated to teaching cancer patients how to manage the appearance-related side-effects caused by cancer treatment. Join the face-to-face workshop on the November 23, to learn about skincare techniques to address common side-effects like

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Allied Health Professions Day 2023

Long-term support from dedicated volunteers

For over three decades, a group of local volunteers has been the heart of Goulburn Valley Health’s mission to improve the health of community members. Heartbeat Victoria Goulburn Valley volunteers offer peer support for GV Health patients recovering from a heart event, offering assistance to the patient and their family. “We offer peer support for

Spreading the message for Lymphoma Awareness Month

“To me, it was just a lump. I didn’t think I had anything to worry about, but it turned out to be something extremely serious. That’s the scary thing about it.” At the beginning of 2023, life took an unexpected turn for 43-year-old father Guy Dunn. Discovering a lump in his neck, Guy took the

Victorian Seniors Festival 2023

At GV Health we understand the health of seniors and the importance of having access to exceptional health services. We are committed to providing quality healthcare and our comprehensive aged care health services are there to support you or your loved one achieve optimal health and wellbeing.

September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

GV Health staff recognise R U OK? Day

Recently, GV Health staff joined one another in support for R U OK?DAY 2023. Staff members took the time for an ‘R U OK?’ conversation and listened to each other with an open mind, to ensure everyone felt supported and connected. The national day of action aims to serve as a reminder that every day

Women’s Health Week 2023

At Goulburn Valley Health we understand women’s health and the importance of having access to exceptional health services. We are committed to providing quality healthcare and our comprehensive women’s health services are there to help you achieve optimal health and wellbeing.

GV Health’s Children’s Allergy Clinic Officially Opens

Following a successful one-year pilot, Goulburn Valley (GV) Health has launched Victoria’s first public regional Children’s Allergy Clinic. The permanent service operating out of GV Health’s Graham Street campus aims to improve access to allergy management services for children in regional Victoria. GV Health’s Divisional Operations Director of Subacute and Ambulatory Care, Patricia Collier, said

Ingrid O’Brien awarded inaugural Mel Brown Nursing Memorial Gift

The achievements of Goulburn Valley Health nurse Ingrid O’Brien were celebrated this week when she was awarded the inaugural Mel Brown Nursing Memorial Gift in a ceremony that touched the hearts of all of those in attendance. The gift, established in honour of Mel Brown’s legacy, aims to recognise and support individuals such as Ms

Stay well this winter

Winter is here, and the Goulburn Valley Public Health Unit is urging the community to keep protecting themselves and their families from flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and COVID-19. Now is not the time to be complacent, with cases of Influenza, COVID-19 and RSV continuing to be recorded across the Goulburn Valley region, particularly in

Don’t wait to take action on your diabetes

At the age of 30, Tony Saggio was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. Tony was told he could fix it with changes to his diet and lifestyle alongside some tablets. But at such a young age, Tony decided it wasn’t something he needed to worry about. “I rejected it,” Tony said. “I was being hard-headed

“Incredibly rewarding” – Chasing a career in mental health

In a world that often shines its spotlight on bustling cities, Goulburn Valley Health’s Manager of Mental Health Triage, Lisa Scarff, decided to embark on a journey that not only transformed her career but also enriched her personal life. Relocating from the Northern Territory to the vibrant regional town of Shepparton in Victoria, Lisa discovered