Polio support group still there for each other decades on
Over 60 years on from the peak polio epidemics between the 1930s and 1960s, The Shepparton Polio Support Group still meets multiple times a year to support and learn from each other. Giuliana Marogy, who had the disease as a very young child, described the group as a place where she could be around others
Breast cancer doesn’t discriminate
Just over a year ago, Louise Shannon was in the shower when she found a lump on one of her breasts and immediately knew something wasn’t right. The Numurkah single mum of two teen boys went straight to her GP to investigate and got sent for a mammogram, an ultrasound and a biopsy. On September
Japanese Encephalitis
Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) has recently been detected in humans, pigs, and mosquitoes in Victoria. This is the first time JEV has been detected in Victoria and other parts of South-eastern Australia. JEV is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. JEV can cause Japanese encephalitis (JE), a rare but potentially serious
Monkey Pox
What is monkeypox (MPXV)? Monkeypox is a viral infection that causes a rash. It typically results in a mild illness associated with a rash. It is spread by skin-to-skin contact with someone who has monkeypox. Monkeypox mainly spreads from one person to another by direct skin-to-skin contact. It does not spread via casual contact. Most
Visiting Hours
Visiting hours are from 8.00am to 8.00pm unless specified otherwise. The following general guidelines apply to most areas within GV Health: Two visitors are permitted at any one time (or as agreed with the nurse or midwife in charge of the ward per individual patient needs). Visitors can visit for any length of time during
Surgical Services
Ear, nose and throat This clinic has been established to provide a specialist assessment and management service for pre-operative and post-operative ENT clients. Statewide Referral Criteria exists for select core conditions in this specialty. Clients are seen by an ENT surgeon. GV Health does not accept referrals to this service for Cosmetic ENT procedures. Gastroenterology
Specialist Consulting Suites
Specialist Consulting (outpatient) Suites offer more than bulk-billing specialist appointments. In these clinics, your condition will be assessed and you will be able to discuss your treatment options. What types of Specialist Clinics are held? GV Health offers a range of services at our Specialist Consulting Suites. All referrals must follow the State Wide Referral Criteria.
Specialist Cancer Care Nurses
Specialist cancer care nurses are available to provide advice and information, help coordinate care, provide referrals and offer emotional support for patients receiving care at GV Health’s Peter Copulos Cancer and Wellness Centre. This is a free service. Patients can self-refer to the nurses by phone, email or in person. Breast Care Nurses Melissa Gilmour
Pharmacy
GV Health’s pharmacy is located in The Hub at the Graham Street campus. The Pharmacy provides a comprehensive service to GV Health patients and supports other members of the healthcare team in all aspects of medication management. The main role of the hospital pharmacists and pharmacy technicians is to promote the safe and effective use
Palliative Care
Palliative care is the care of people who have a life-threatening illness that cannot be cured. Palliative care focuses on improving the quality of life for patients and their families. Care is provided to prevent and relieve pain and suffering. Physical, psychosocial and spiritual supports are also available Palliative care can be delivered in hospitals,