Today’s Medicare has its origins in the Medibank program introduced 50 years ago by the Whitlam Government but the Medicare funding model was not designed to deal with the dramatic growth of chronic disease. A new Medicare model is needed – one that puts more emphasis on keeping people healthy. At the first in a series of Daylesford Conversations, Dr Hal Swerissen will explore new directions for Medicare.
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Insomnia is the most commonly reported sleep disorder. Local physiotherapist, Cameron Ivchenko, offers advice for people who may be affected.
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Daylesford Health received another generous gift of $250,000 from the Maddicks Estate in January 2025 bringing the total donated since 1999 to an incredible $778,000. To recognise the family’s legacy, Central Highlands Rural Health have renamed the surgical ward the “Maddicks Theatre”.
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A new virtual women’s health clinic will be launched in regional Victoria, providing free access to services such as endometriosis and pelvic pain care, menstrual health, cervical screening, menopause care, breast health care, and abortion.
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Exercise is one of the most effective ways to promote healthy ageing. Engaging in regular physical activity can significantly enhance the quality of life, improve longevity and reduce the risk of chronic disease.
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Central Highlands Water has stated that levels of PFAS chemicals in the Daylesford treated water supply is almost negligible because there are no local sources of contaminants.
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The new Sexual and Reproductive Health Hub at Kyneton Health has been given additional funding to open a Women’s Health Clinic. The clinic will substantially increase the free services available to the community.
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Daylesford Health will benefit from a gift of $250,000 from the estate of the late Maddicks siblings announced earlier this week. The gift brings the total donation to Daylesford Health from the Maddicks estate to $528,000.
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Daylesford Health are inviting the community to an enjoyable community event to raise funds for the new operating theatre and acute wards. The Barefoot Bowls Fundraiser is open to all-abilities for a 2 bowl, 4 player team event on Sunday 10 November at the Daylesford Bowling Club.
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Central Highlands Rural Health (CHRH) has been recognised both as an outstanding small health...
Read MoreThis dementia action week (16-22 September), our local health service encourages everyone to take the first step to learn more about dementia and how you can help shape our communities for the better.
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Hepburn Shire Council has renewed the lease to Belgravia Leisure, the current tenant at the historic Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa. The agreement involves Council investment in some structural and drainage works and a $2 million investment by Belgravia Leisure in capital works.
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