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Northern Health is the key provider of public health care in Melbourne’s northern region, one of the fastest growing communities in Australia.

Northern Health is the key provider of public healthcare in Melbourne’s northern region, one of the largest, most diverse and dynamic areas within Melbourne’s Northern Growth Corridor. Our acute and sub-acute health services cover a local community of approximately 590,000 people, and we offer a range of inpatient and outpatient services to people at all stages of life across our five campuses;
- Northern Hospital Epping
- Broadmeadows Hospital
- Bundoora Centre
- Craigieburn Centre

Northern Health treats patients from many different socio-economic backgrounds who are born in more than 130 different countries and speak 118 different languages. The northern community is located in one of Melbourne’s most significant growth corridors and our local population is expected to grow by 59 per cent by 2031. Our catchment includes the rapidly expanding local government areas of Banyule, Darebin, Hume, Nillumbik, Whittlesea and Moreland. Northern Health is working hard to fulfil our vision to provide outstanding health care for our community and will continue to develop services and the pathways to services that our community needs to ensure that our patients have access to the right care, at the right time, by highly skilled health professionals.

04/11/2026

Behind every prosthetic or orthotic device is a person with their own needs, goals and aspirations. 💙🦶

Tomorrow, 5 November, is International Prosthetics and Orthotics Day, and we’re celebrating ‘PEOPLE – The heart of everything we do’.

At Northern Health, our Orthotics team combines clinical expertise, hands-on skills and creativity to provide splints, braces and supportive devices that help people move, heal and participate in everyday life.

Thank you to our orthotists and allied health assistants for supporting patients to work towards the goals that matter most to them! 🙌

Read the full story here: https://shorturl.at/nOlF9

02/11/2026

Celebrating a milestone in psychiatry training at Northern Health! 🎓

Congratulations to Dr Jesse Irwin, Dr Nan Hyang Jordan and Dr Kudzayi Musasike, the first cohort of psychiatrists to graduate from our Mental Health Division’s Psychiatry Training Program.

Their achievement reflects years of hard work, dedication and a shared commitment to providing high-quality mental health care to our community.

Thank you to our supervisors, educators and clinical teams for their teaching, guidance and support along the way.

We’re proud to celebrate our graduates and wish them every success in the next chapter of their careers. 👏

Read the full story here: https://shorturl.at/QGOKm

01/11/2026

Northern Health Emergency Department is experiencing an extremely high volume of patients‼️🏥🚑

If your medical condition is not life-threatening, please consider using our alternative services such as the Virtual Emergency Department or the Medicare Urgent Care Clinic, situated within the Epping Plaza Medical and Dental Centre.

Please keep our ED for emergencies only⚠️

For more information, visit Better Health Channel

31/10/2026

Don't let the forecast catch you off guard! 🌦️💨

Thunderstorm asthma season is here, and checking the forecast could make a big difference! 🌼
It can occur when certain storm conditions cause grass pollen to break into tiny particles that can be breathed deep into the lungs, potentially triggering severe asthma symptoms. 🌩️

Here's why checking the forecast matters:
🌾 Check pollen levels – high grass pollen counts can increase the risk of symptoms, especially for people with asthma or hay fever.
⛈️ Keep an eye on storm warnings – thunderstorms during high pollen periods can create conditions that trigger thunderstorm asthma.
💨 Be prepared – carry your prescribed reliever medication, follow your asthma action plan and know what to do if symptoms develop.
📱 Stay informed – check local weather forecasts, pollen information and official thunderstorm asthma alerts, particularly on high-risk days.

Remember, thunderstorm asthma can affect people with asthma, hay fever or even those who haven't previously been diagnosed with asthma. Stay forecast-aware and be prepared this spring! 💙

30/10/2026

Not every monster needs an emergency response. Before you knock on ED's door, ask yourself:

Could my GP help?
Is it urgent, but not life-threatening?
Could the Virtual Emergency Department (VED) help?
Could an Urgent Care Centre provide the care I need?

VED can help you from your couch or Urgent Care Centres can help you with non-life-threatening conditions in-person.

Skip the waiting room spell. Connect with emergency clinicians online or see a doctor sooner at your closest Urgent Care Centre.

⚠️Chest pain, stroke symptoms or severe breathing problems? That's when ED is the place to be.

Keep emergency care available for the people who truly need it.

Enjoy Halloweekend and stay safe 🧡👻🎃

30/10/2026

As part of Northern Health’s Project SEARCH program, ten interns are gaining hands-on workplace experience across a range of departments, building their skills and confidence as they prepare for future employment.

This week, we're getting to know a second intern, Aadi, who is completing his placement with the Supply team.

Positive, curious and eager to learn, Aadi is looking forward to gaining practical experience, exploring different areas of work and developing skills that will support him in achieving his future career goals.

Q: Tell us a little about yourself.
A: I’m a positive person who enjoys meeting new people, connecting with others and learning new things.
Outside of work, I enjoy playing video games and watching movies and television shows. I also like talking with friends and colleagues about the interests we have in common.

Read the full story here: https://shorturl.at/rXNT2

29/10/2026

🏆 A fellowship, a national award and a standout moment for Northern Health!

A huge congratulations to Vinod Chellaram, who has been recognised with the 2026 Fellow Excellence Award by the Australasian College of Health Service Management (ACHSM).

Vinod has also achieved Fellowship with ACHSM (FCHSM) and earned the Certified Health Executive (CHE) credential, marking a significant milestone in his leadership journey. 💙

“Achieving my FCHSM and receiving the 2026 Fellow Excellence Award from ACHSM is a special milestone that validates the effort I’ve put into my professional growth," he said.

The recognition came at the ACHSM Conference, where several Northern Health leaders also took to the stage to share their expertise, insights and experiences.

29/10/2026

Please join us for the 2025-26 Northern Health Annual General Meeting.

Members of the Northern Health Board and Executive will share highlights and achievements from the 2025-26 financial year.

Thursday, 5 November 2026
Commencing at 12:30 pm
Join us via the Microsoft Teams meeting link below:
https://shorturl.at/7ggmY

Meeting ID: 468 404 413 735 238
Passcode: ZM7HD3jJ

29/10/2026

Northern Health and Whittlesea Community Connections are pleased to announce their collaboration in establishing a new Health Justice Partnership.

Health Justice Partnerships integrate health and legal services to address complex issues affecting a person’s health, safety, wellbeing and legal rights. Through this partnership, we aim to identify and respond to patients experiencing family violence and family law concerns and connect them with specialist legal advice and advocacy to improve their safety and quality of life.

Jason Cirone, Chief Allied Health Officer, says, “We are really proud to partner with Whittlesea Community Connections to help support affected patients and their children through their difficult circumstances.”

Read the full story here: https://shorturl.at/HMkR6

Whittlesea Community Connections

27/10/2026

Occupational Therapy Week, 20-27 October 2026, is an opportunity to celebrate the difference occupational therapists make every day, helping people participate in the activities, relationships and routines that matter most to them.

This year’s theme, Participation Matters, highlights the important role everyday activities play in supporting health, wellbeing and quality of life.

Occupational therapists help people overcome physical, cognitive, emotional, environmental and social barriers that can affect their ability to participate in the activities they want, need, or are expected to do.

At Northern Health, our occupational therapists work across mental and physical health services, supporting people to build skills, regain confidence and work towards meaningful goals throughout their recovery.

Read the full story here: https://shorturl.at/ngB8D

Address

185 Cooper Street
Epping, VIC
3076

Website

https://www.nh.org.au/, https://www.nhfoundation.org.au/

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