2022
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Stepping out as Northern Health’s own older persons specialised mental health service
Next Monday, we officially welcome the staff of the Kath Atkinson Wing (KAW), Aged Persons Mental Health Unit and the Aged Psychiatry Assessment and Treatment Team (APATT). Today we speak to Stav Ropkas, Acting NUM, Aged Persons Mental Health Unit (APMHU) and  Lynette Stephens, APATT Service Manager on their role in the transition. Stav sees
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Get to know: Steve Manolas
For today’s ‘Get to know’ profile, we caught up with Steve Manolas, the new Director of General Surgery. What is your coffee order? I usually have a flat white. Tell us about your time/career so far at Northern Health? I have been part of Northern Health and PANCH’s history since 1991. Initially, I started as
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Beat the bite
The recent floods in Victoria pose a risk of increased mosquito breeding. Mosquitoes can carry a number of diseases that can make people very ill and, in severe cases, can even cause death. Simple precautions can help protect you and your loved ones against mosquitoes and the diseases they may carry. Cover up by wearing
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Rino Minniti wins Victorian Senior of the Year Award
Long-standing Northern Health Foundation supporter, Rino Minniti, was awarded the 2022 Victorian Senior of the Year Award at Government House on Wednesday, recognising his wonderful efforts to make a positive difference in our community. Rino migrated from Southern Italy to Australia in 1966, where he opened his first hair salon in Lalor, welcoming local and
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Why Research Week matters
It is no coincidence that in the same month as Research Week 2022, we also celebrate two significant research grants. Firstly, congratulations to Professor Natalie Hannan and Associate Professor Lisa Hui, co-founders of the Northern Centre for Health Education & Research (NCHER) Reproductive Health Biobank, on each being awarded a 2023 Dame Kate Campbell Fellowship.
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Think pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
“Get to know your lemons.” It’s a simple message that Cheryl Murray, Breast Care Nurse Consultant, encourages women to become familiar with. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Australia, with one in seven women at risk of being diagnosed. Men can also be affected by breast cancer, with one in 555
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Quarterly Staff Recognition Awards
Today, Northern Health virtually held the Quarterly Staff Recognition Awards, to formally celebrate and acknowledge the great work of our staff. We had an outstanding response from our staff, with a number of nominations across seven categories. Today’s ceremony awarded winners from 2022 Quarter 2 (April – June) and Quarter 3 (July – September), and
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Spiritual Care Week: Relevant and Responsive in Times of Crises
A spiritual caregiver’s role is rooted in the sacred space of the selfless acts of listening that promotes open and safe conversations to manifest into moments of hope and resilience. This week we celebrate Spiritual Care Week, an opportunity for chaplains and pastoral care workers to share their story and to celebrate the important impact they