Understanding the barriers to physical activity in Latrobe Valley
A systems thinking approach builds great understanding of complex issues and is a great tool for engaging and activating the community.
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Bi-cultural workers lead community response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the whole population and the community response has required all community groups to be engaged, with bi-cultural workers playing a significant role in supporting their respective communities.
Better sexual and reproductive health - just a phone call away
1800 My Options was launched in March 2018, as part of a Victorian government strategy to reduce the barriers affecting women's access to sexual and reproductive health services, including knowledge, cost, and travel.
Mobilising communities to tackle childhood obesity
A four-year trial in south west Victoria had a positive impact on takeaway food intake and health related quality of life measures in children.
Supporting families to give their children a healthy start to school
To help families across Hume and Whittlesea, DPV Health developed a series of short educational videos with practical, evidence-based tips on a range of health topics.
Screening and early detection of oral cancer in the dental setting in Victoria
Oral cancer is on the rise in Victoria. Dental Health Services Victoria is leading a new program which supports health professionals to promote prevention and enable earlier detection.
Fun and engaging ways to get ‘fussy eaters’ eating healthy food
Establishing healthy eating patterns early in a child’s life is central to their health and wellbeing, both now and into the future.
If we want to be healthy we need to keep the planet healthy too
The World Health Organization describes climate change as one of the biggest health challenges of the 21st century.