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Ballan District Health & Care

Locality: Ballan, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5368 1100

Address: 33 Cowie Street 3342 Ballan, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.ballanhealth.com.au/

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24.01.2022 Remembrance Day 2020 "They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them."... Lest we forget #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay #WeRememberThem #BDHCactivities See more

23.01.2022 Planning on working in the garden? A health warning has been issued for gardeners using potting mix. 26 cases of Legionella longbeachae have been confirmed in Victoria this year, a bacteria commonly found in potting mix. Legionella longbeachae is a cause of Legionnaires’ disease, a form of pneumonia.... To minimise the risk of exposure, gardeners should always follow the manufacturer's safety instructions, wear a mask and gloves when handling soil, compost or potting mix, and wash hands with soap and water after handling soil and before eating, drinking, smoking or placing hands near the face or mouth. Click here for more information: https://www2.health.vic.gov.au//health/warning-potting-mix

21.01.2022 THUNDERSTORM ASTHMA WARNING FORECAST FOR TOMORROW - 11 NOVEMBER 2020 A HIGH risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma conditions has been forecast in the Mallee, Wimmera, Northern Country and South West weather districts for tomorrow - Wednesday 11 November 2020 - due to the combination of grass pollen and severe thunderstorms. A MODERATE risk has been forecast in the Central, North Central and West & South Gippsland weather districts.... If you have asthma or hayfever, the advice is to go inside, close doors and windows, and avoid wind gusts before and during the storm. Reliever medication should be carried at all times tomorrow. It is important that you remain aware of current weather conditions by monitoring the Bureau of Meteorology forecast and updates and www.emergency.vic.gov.au. Learn more about pollen allergies at: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au//Cond/pollen-allergies Learn more about thunderstorm asthma at: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/thunderstormasthma

12.01.2022 Always Was, Always Will Be The 2020 NAIDOC Week theme recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. This #NAIDOC week, why not take the opportunity to learn more about the land you live on and the generations who have maintained a deep spiritual and cultural connection to it?... There are plenty of COVIDSafe ways to celebrate, and grow your understanding of, the incredible history and contribution of the many Nations that make up the world's oldest continuing culture. Find out more: https://vicnaidoc.com.au/events #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe #NAIDOC2020

11.01.2022 Interested in joining our multi-disciplinary healthcare team? Newly advertised opportunities include: Medical Receptionist General Practice Casual Chronic Disease Registered Nurse part-time (0.6 EFT)... Visit our website for more details: https://www.ballanhealth.com.au/career/ Applications are open until Friday 27 November 2020.

09.01.2022 Pause for one minute’s silence. At 11am on 11 November, we observe a minute’s silence to remember the servicemen and servicewomen who have risked their lives to defend our nation and build peace. Wherever you are at home, school or work - honour their spirit this Remembrance Day.... #RemembranceDay #WeRememberThem

07.01.2022 Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and the beginning of the #16daysofActivism against Gender-Based Violence, a global movement to mobilise action to end violence against women and girls. The ‘Shadow Pandemic’: Violence against women and girls has increased significantly throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. This article from UN Women outlines the impact of COVID-19 on women and girls: https://unwomen.org.au/the-shadow-pandemic-violence-ag...ains/ If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence, you can call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 for confidential advice and counselling. #familyviolenceisahealthissue #togetherweunite #endviolenceagainstwomenandgirls #callitout #generationequality #16daysofactivism

07.01.2022 An exciting opportunity is available for two Graduate RNs to come and join our friendly health service team on a part-time basis. Visit our website for details: https://www.ballanhealth.com.au/career/ Applications are open until Monday 30 November 2020.

02.01.2022 This week, we celebrate NAIDOC Week. A celebration of history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year’s theme, 'Always was, always will be', recognises that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. Always was, always will be Aboriginal land.... We acknowledge the Indigenous history of Moorabool Shire. The land was traditionally occupied by and connected to a number of Aboriginal communities, most notably the Wathaurung Tribe in the south and west, and the Wurundjeri Tribe in the east. #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe

01.01.2022 It's going to be a sizzler today! With summer only days away, have a read of these five simple tips to beat the heat on hot days: - Drink plenty of water - Never leave anyone in a car - Stay somewhere cool... - Plan ahead - Check in on others Read more on summer safety at: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/campai/survive-the-heat