
May 29
National Reconciliation Week 2023
t's National Reconciliation Week (May 27 – June 3, 2023), a time to acknowledge our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and understand how we can create a reconciled Australia.

May 16
New trials for culturally and linguistically diverse patients
TRIALS to help people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds reduce their risk of falls and better manage chronic diseases are being fast-tracked thanks to new funding.

May 10
Mending more than broken parts
Meet one of Melton’s menders.
Laurie Geyer is part of a small team of volunteers at the Community Repair Café, which fixes broken items for residents for free.

Apr 28
Integrating surgery, research and education
A new tool to predict cancer patients’ response to chemotherapy and develop tailored treatment plans is being developed by Western Health and University of Melbourne researchers.

Apr 17
Dr Saulat Khan shares her reflections on Ramadan
Each year millions of Muslims observe Ramadan, which involves fasting for one month from dusk to dawn, prayer, charity and self-reflection.

Apr 05
Collaboration key to combatting chronic disease
The Western Health Chronic Disease Alliance's (WHCDA) innovative efforts to improve health outcomes in Melbourne’s western suburbs are showcased on its relaunched website.

Apr 04
Western Health supports First Nations self-determination
Western Health's Board of Directors has issued a statement in support of First Nation self-determination

Mar 29
A CAREER IN THE WEST IS BEST
From intern to clinical services director- Dr Claire Long reflects on two decades at Western Health.

Mar 20
Sunshine attracts the brightest stars
A career spanning three continents, meet Von Madrinan who hails from the Philippines.