Community organisations, health services and local groups are encouraged to apply for a new round of grants aimed at increasing community understanding of palliative care and the importance of advance care planning.
Gippsland PHN’s latest Health Insights Paper has been released, outlining key challenges faced by the region’s primary health care sector and the actions required to meet the increasing needs of the Gippsland community.
If you, or someone you care about, is living with dementia – you’re not alone. More than 6,700 people in Gippsland are living with dementia and that number is expected to grow to over 13,000 by 2054.
Gippsland PHN is proud to announce it has achieved Rainbow Tick Accreditation, marking an important milestone in our ongoing commitment to creating a safe, inclusive and affirming environment for LGBTIQA+ communities.
You may have noticed your My Health Record app is now called 1800MEDICARE. Although the name has changed, you still have the same secure access to your My Health Record information, with new features and more ways to connect with care.
From 13 April 2026, after-hours health advice for Gippsland will be available through the Commonwealth Department of Health, Disability and Ageing funded service, 1800MEDICARE.
Gippsland PHN has released its Palliative Care Needs Assessment 2025 and Health Insights Palliative Care, providing updated insights into one of the region’s pressing health challenges and outlining priority actions to better support people living with life‑limiting illness.
Australians can now check symptoms, explore health topics and find health services on the go thanks to updates rolled out on the 1800MEDICARE app – making it easier to access trusted health information and services.
Endometriosis affects an estimated 14% of Australians, yet diagnosis still takes an average of 6.5 years. This highlights the importance of improving awareness, reducing delays and ensuring access to appropriate care. Endometriosis Awareness Month provides an opportunity to educate, advocate and support people living with the condition.
Gippsland PHN has published Health Insights – Reducing Health Impacts of Climate Change, providing new data and practical tools to help local organisations respond to climate-driven health impacts.
A new mobile health service is bringing essential health care directly to people experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness across East Gippsland and Wellington.
Gippsland PHN has released its latest Health Insights Paper – Diagnosing Lung Cancer Early, offering a unique regional perspective into this serious and often aggressive form of cancer.
The paper provides a snapshot of Gippsland-specific lung cancer health data, statistical insights and important local viewpoints, highlighting the challenges and barriers faced by individuals in our community when it comes to seeking diagnosis and treatment.