Media Releases

Northern Health says to stay cool this summer - 08/12/11 As the hotter days come upon us with the beginning of summer, Northern Health is urging local residents to be weary of heat-related illness. Leading the way to heart health with research funding - 08/12/11 A research team led by Northern Health’s Associate Professor Peter Barlis has been awarded over $920,000 to investigate ways to better treat blood flow constrictions around the heart. Craigieburn Sporting Club cooking up a storm for Nothern Health - 07/12/11 Craigieburn Sporting Club is donating $1 from every chicken parmigiana sold to the Craigieburn Health Service. Northern Health takes the pledge against violence - 25/11/2011 Today, on White Ribbon Day, Northern Health is reinforcing its commitment to support and help women who experience family violence. Speaking the language of achievement - 16/11/11 The Australian Institute of Interpreters and Translators announced that Northern Health’s Transcultural & Language Services department (TALS) won the National Excellence Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Translating & Interpreting Industry at a ceremony in Canberra last week. A mini field makes a huge impact - 26/10/11 The Northern Hospital’s Breast Cancer Support Group raised funds and awareness earlier this week by selling pink ribbon cupcakes and hosting a mini Field of Women to support current and recovering breast cancer patients. Striding towards happy feet at Northern Health - 19/10/11 Local residents with diabetes have been encouraged by Northern Health to take steps to maintaining healthy, happy feet during Foot Health Month. Over three millennia of caring for Melbourne's north - 12/10/11 The efforts of more than 240 Northern Health employees and their combined total of 3625 years of service have been recognised at the annual Northern Health Service Awards. Northern Health's 95 year old volunteer celebrates 60 years of service - 10/10/11 Northern Health volunteer Ruby Underhill, who has dedicated 60 years of service, was one of 34 volunteers acknowledged today at The Northern Hospital’s Volunteer Service Awards.  Taking care of women's business - 10/10/11 Aboriginal women in Melbourne’s north now have improved access to health services that will help take care of women’s business. Know your stroke risk - 13/09/11 Every six seconds someone, somewhere, regardless of age or gender, will die from stroke. Knowing your stroke risk, however, can help you take action to reduce the chances of this happening to you.  Northern Health physios encourage Movement for Health - 09/09/11 Physiotherapists across Northern Health campuses have celebrated World Physiotherapy Day. Northern Health is playing its part to protect children - 07/09/11 As part of Child Protection Week, staff members across Northern Health campuses will this week be given sad-faced gingerbread boys and girls along with vital information about child protection. You can help someone with asthma - 07/09/11 It’s a condition that affects one in 10 people and Northern Health is using National Asthma Week to remind local residents that you can help someone with asthma. Spring not a saviour for Eczema sufferers - 05/09/11 While the rest of the northern community welcomes the end of winter, spring is often an uncomfortable season for approximately six million Australians who suffer from Eczema, an inflammatory skin condition that causes skin to become red and itchy. Kids to benefit from locals painting the walls - 02/09/11 New apnoea monitors will be purchased for babies and children at The Northern Hospital thanks to the fundraising efforts of the local community, Dulux and Bunnings stores.  Literacy at all life stages - 25/08/11 Reading and writing are essential forms of communication, regardless of which language is being spoken across Melbourne's north. Northern Health turns up the volume for hearing losses - 23/08/11 Local residents have been encouraged to look out for signs of hearing loss by Northern Health as part of Hearing Awareness Week. Patient justice boost at Northern Health - 18/08/11 Help with resolving difficult decisions in the lives of loved ones is now available closer to home, with guardianship tribunal hearings being held at Bundoora Extended Care Centre. Northern Health recognised for leadership - 04/08/11 Northern Health staff members have again been recognised for their outstanding leadership and commitment to creating a healthier northern community. Specialised hepatitis services at Northern Health - 28/07/11 In recognition of World Hepatitis Day, Northern Health announced specialised services dedicated to hepatitis and liver conditions will soon be available to help patients living in Melbourne's north. 30 years of caring for our community - 14/07/11 Northern Health is celebrating a 30 year commitment to caring for our community, made by one of its highly regarded doctors, Dr Stefan Herodotou. Taking a good look at the effects of diabetes - 13/07/11 Diabetes type 2 risk assessments and associated eye health risks are being highlighted at Northern Health during National Diabetes Week, 11-15 July. Winter woolies keeping babies warm at The Northern Hospital - 11/07/11 Premature and sick babies in the Special Care Nursery at The Northern Hospital will be kept a little warmer this winter thanks to a donation of knitted items. Celebrating Aboriginal culture at Northern Health - 07/07/11 NAIDOC Week is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by all Australians and at Northern Health, special celebrations were hosted for patients, visitors, staff and members of the local community. Donate blood, save a life - 29/06/11 One in three Australians will need blood at some point in their life, but only one in 30 Australians donate, according to the Australian Red Cross. For the record, Northern Health wins top prize - 23/06/11 Northern Health has proved that caring for the community goes beyond the stethoscope by winning the prestigious Sir Rupert Hamer Records Management Awards for its semi-electronic scanned medical record system. Language no barrier at Northern Health - 20/06/11 Non-English speaking patients in Melbourne's north can rest assured their health concerns are not being lost in translation due to the help of Northern Health's Transcultural and Language Services team. Big top performance gives big to The Northern Hospital - 16/06/11 The circus has come and gone, but patients at The Northern Hospital will continue to benefit from their amazing talents. Men's Health Week Celebrated in Melbourne's North - 15/06/11 For many men, talking about their health issues is something they’ll avoid like The Plague. However, this week, during International Men’s Health Week, men in Melbourne’s north are being encouraged to open up and talk about their health and lifestyle, share information and experiences and learn from each other. Looking to the future - Improving eye care at Northern Health - 15/06/11 Guests attending The Northern Hospital’s annual fundraising Dinner and Auction won’t need a crystal ball for a chance at ‘looking to the future’ on Saturday, 30 July. The Dinner and Auction will help raised money to bring world-class eye care services to Northern Health and the community it cares for. From hip to heart - New Medical Research at Northern Health - 09/06/11 Unique and exciting areas of research, investigating different ways of improving patient outcomes, are assisting Northern Health achieve its vision of a healthier northern community.  A shorter road to surgical recovery - 23/05/11 Prostate cancer patients in Melbourne’s north have a shorter road to surgical recovery with a new procedure available at The Northern Hospital. Northern Health Volunteers Inspiring the Community- 13/05/11 Every day, Northern Health’s Volunteers generously give of their time and skills to help create a healthier northern community. Close to 400 hundred volunteers help in a range of ways totalling 550,000 hours each year – or 150 volunteer hours every day!  Northern Health Nurses - closing the gap - 12/05/11 Northern Health Nurses play a pivotal role in closing the gap: increasing access and equity when it comes to providing access to health care for residents of Melbourne’s north. Having fun, fighting Cancer - 11/05/11 For most women, finding a lump in their breast is a terrifying experience, however thanks to the generosity of a team of local fundraisers, the number of visits to The Northern Hospital to have a lump diagnosed or treated, may be reduced. A hearty boost to Melbourne's north - 06/05/11 Heart related illnesses, including heart disease, are one the biggest health issues facing our community. Celebrating Mothering Week with Special Services - 05/05/11 Northern Health is celebrating National Mothering Week this week, raising awareness of breastfeeding services available for new and expectant mothers in Melbourne’s north. Northern Health Midwives - more important than ever! - 05/05/11 Northern Health’s Midwives were honoured today during celebrations to mark International Midwives Day, held each year on 5 May. High five for hand hygiene - 05/05/11 Unhygienic hands are often guilty of spreading Healthcare Acquired Infections (HCAIs), which is why, in recognition of Hand Hygiene Day, at Northern Health staff are being encouraged to continue practising accurate hand hygiene. Flagging exciting times ahead - 03/05/11 Federal Member for Scullin, Harry Jenkins MP, visited The Northern Hospital today to provide new flags to be flown at the front entrance to the Hospital. Falling into international relationships- 03/05/11 Research and prevention programs developed by Northern Health professionals to prevent falls are not only being implemented across Victoria, but in Asia as well. It is easy being green! - 21/04/11 Reducing the size of its carbon footprint and implementing a range of green and environmental initiatives has Northern Health helping to achieve the World Earth Day target of 1 Billion Acts of Green. Honouring the ANZACs at Northern Health - 19/04/11 Northern Health paid tribute today to the ANZACS and all Australian service men and women at a special ceremony and morning tea held at Bundoora Extended Care Centre. Putting a stop to superbugs - 07/04/11 Superbugs are on notice to stay away from Northern Health campuses, including The Northern Hospital. Northern Health has implemented a range of strategies to combat superbugs and to prevent their spread. Painting the walls with generosity - 06/04/11 Babies and children undergoing treatment at The Northern Hospital will benefit from your home improvement projects. Fighting the flu this winter - 04/04/11 Winter is approaching which means the flu season is upon us, however there are ways you can stay healthy this winter. It's the elephant in the room! Wound Awareness Week at Northern Health - 28/03/11 Did you know that 270,000 Australians are today affected by slow to heal or chronic wounds? Did you know that wound dressing products are not subsidised by the government?  Alleviating arthritic aches- 28/03/11 Awareness, access and action are the three key messages of Arthritis Awareness Week this week, recognising the significant developments in the treatment and management of arthritis in the past few years. Northern Health celebrates diversity– 21/03/11 The diversity of Melbourne’s northern suburbs is being celebrated across Northern Health this week; Cultural Diversity Week. Planting a therapeutic seed – 21/03/11 Gardening is an activity generally enjoyed by many; however it also offers health and therapeutic advantages for people in various stages of life.  Responding to the social and emotional wellbeing of patients – 16/03/11 Northern Health’s Social Workers took time to reflect and celebrate their achievements with afternoon teas across Northern Health for World Social Work Day. Caring for kidneys in Melbourne's north- 10/03/11 Caring for your kidneys can do more than prevent kidney disease, it can save your heart and save your life. Recognising women's contributions at Northern Health - 08/03/11 In recognition of International Women’s Day, Northern Health is highlighting achievements made by women in improving health services in Melbourne’s north through education and research. A memorable read for children at Northern Health- 01/03/11 A woman’s lifelong passion for books and reading and a commitment to increasing literacy rates among children both here in Melbourne and in the United States of America was honoured today at The Northern Hospital.  Rotary helping northern families with books for babies- 23/02/11 To celebrate its birthday today, the Rotary Club of Whittlesea is giving a gift to babies born at The Northern Hospital, who share that birthday. The future looks bright as Ambulance Victoria and Northern Health join forces - 15/02/11 A partnership between Ambulance Victoria and Northern Health will allow graduates with nursing and ambulance qualifications to work in both areas when they finish university. Golfers show we can do more in the fight against cancer - 15/02/11 Kilmore’s Can Do and More Charity demonstrated again that as a community we Can Do More in the fight against cancer. Northern Health Nurses Graduate - 10/02/11 Northern Health Nurses who participated in the 2011 Graduate Nurse and Midwifery Programs and who completed Post Graduate courses, attended their Graduation Ceremony at The Northern Hospital today. Supportive Care for Cancer Patients - 04/02/11 Today is World Cancer Day, which aims to raise the quality of life for people living with and receiving treatment for cancer. Northern Health is achieving this through a range of services offered to patients from The Northern Hospital and Craigieburn Health Service. Northern Health nurses of tomorrow start their journey today - 02/02/11 37 Graduate Nurses completed a three-day Orientation program today as part of the Northern Health Graduate Nurse Transition to Practice program for Nurses and Midwives. Northern Health volunteer celebrates 100th birthday - 01/02/11 Former Northern Health volunteer, Mary Spark, celebrated her 100th birthday today at her Reservoir home. Northern Health supporter awarded Order of Australia Medal- 27/01/11 One of The Northern Hospital’s most dedicated supporters has been recognised for his commitment to the northern community.  Mr Alexander Robertson was awarded the Centenary Medal, a Medal of the Order of Australia on Australia Day, Wednesday, 26th January, 2011 for ‘service to business, the Victorian Football Association and to The Northern Hospital’. Gaining a healthier life with Northern Health- 19/01/11 Northern Health’s Dietitians will be providing free basic health checks including Body Mass Index (BMI) calculations, waist circumference measurements and nutrition information to the local community across Northern Health campuses and at Craigieburn Plaza Shopping Centre as part of Australia’s Healthy Weight Week. Junior doctors kicking goals at The Northern Hospital - 13/01/11 This week marks an important milestone in the careers of 103 junior doctors who commenced their medical internships with Northern and Austin Health.   Santa isn't the only 'Good Guy' - 13/01/11 Patients being treated in The Northern Hospital’s Children and Adolescent Health Unit (CAHU) were treated today to a delivery of special gifts from The Good Guys, Thomastown. New advances in bowel health at The Northern Hospital - 11/01/11 The first sacral nerve stimulation procedure in a Victorian public hospital has been performed at The Northern Hospital, bringing comfort and dignity to people in Melbourne’s north suffering from faecal incontinence. Northern Health connects with community - 06/01/11 Northern Health’s new monthly community newsletter, Community Connect, was launched this week by Northern Health CEO Greg Pullen.