Mosquito-Borne Diseases
Mosquito-Borne Diseases Preparing for summer fun means preparing for mosquito season! Warm weather and outdoor activities are what make summer in northern Victoria great — but it’s also when mosquitoes are most active. Some mosquitoes can carry viruses that cause illness in people, known as mosquito-borne diseases. While Japanese Encephalitis Virus (JEV) is one of
Linda Nieuwenhuizen
Linda Nieuwenhuizen Linda Nieuwenhuizen has extensive experience across regional development, communications, governance, and stakeholder engagement. Currently Chief Executive Officer of the Committee for Greater Shepparton, her career includes executive and governance roles with Goulburn Valley Water, RDA Hume, APAL, and Valley Sport, following roles with a range of agribusiness, public infrastructure, professional and financial services and
Free Pads and Tampons
Menstruation, or having a period, is a natural part of life. Despite this, many people cannot afford to buy the period products they need to fully participate in school, work and social activities. Pads and tampons are a necessity, not a luxury. People should be able to access them whenever and wherever they need them.
Project ECHO Overview
Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) offers interactive online learning sessions for healthcare providers. Project ECHO sessions allow healthcare workers from diverse settings to have direct contact with subject matter experts, empowering them to provide best practice care for their local communities. If you are new to Project ECHO and the ECHO model, these
Spiritual Care Services
Spiritual Care Services Spiritual health is important for human health and wellbeing. What is Spiritual Care? Spiritual care also known as Pastoral Care is a kind, calm, carrying, compassionate, empathetic and supportive presence during difficult times. This includes moments of vulnerability, transition, illness, or grief. At GV Health, the spiritual care service helps provide holistic,
Exercise Physiology
Exercise Physiology An Exercise Physiologist is a university-trained Allied Health Professional who specialises in using exercise to help people manage or improve their health. Our Exercise Physiologists are trained to design and deliver safe, effective exercise programs tailored to individuals with a wide range of conditions including injuries, chronic disease or illness, disability, or those
Measles is on the Rise
Measles cases are increasing across the state. Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause serious complications, particularly for people who are unvaccinated. What you need to know SymptomsMeasles usually begins with fever, cough, runny nose and red, sore eyes. A red, blotchy rash appears a few days later, starting on the face
Dr Humsha Naidoo
Dr Humsha Naidoo Chief MEDICAL Officer MBChB, MHSM, FRACMA, Juris Doctor, GAICD Dr Humsha Naidoo commenced in the role as Chief Medical Officer (CMO) in February 2025. Prior to commencing with GV Health, Dr Naidoo was Deputy CMO at Eastern Health. Dr Naidoo has previously held positions including CMO at Northern Health, CMO at La
Hospital Outreach Post Suicidal Engagement (HOPE)
Hospital Outreach Post Suicidal Engagement. It is a community-based suicide prevention support program and not an acute mental health service. HOPE supports individuals with their recovery from a suicide crisis. This program is a Victorian Government initiative to reduce incidents of suicide based on the Suicide Prevention Framework 2016-2025. Type of service provided The HOPE
Professor Wanda Stelmach
Professor Wanda Stelmach Professor Wanda Stelmach is an experienced surgeon, health executive and academic. Wanda joined the GV Health Board in 2024, and is Chair of the Primary Care and Population Health Advisory Committee. Wanda’s career spans over 30 years as a breast and general surgeon at the former Preston and Northcote Community Hospital (PANCH)/Northern