Be Healthy Blog

Be Healthy was created by VicHealth for people looking for information they can trust on the topics of healthy eating, physical activity, mental wellbeing and reducing harm from alcohol and tobacco products.

VicHealth is a Victorian Government Agency that works with experts, evidence and research in health promotion.

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healthy tips

26 Oct 2020

How to be safe and healthy working from home

The coronavirus pandemic has caused an unprecedented and ongoing change in how and where people are working, so how can workers be supported to stay healthy in a world of remote work?

healthy habits

22 Oct 2020

Taking healthy habits from lockdown into ‘COVID normal’

Coronavirus has changed our lives, both in positive and negative ways. How can we hang onto the good things and positive habits we’ve developed in lockdown?

Mental wellbeing

20 Oct 2020

How to look after your mental health during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak

VicHealth's Coronavirus Victorian Wellbeing Impact study highlights the impact big events like bushfires and coronavirus have had on Victorians’ physical and mental health.

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Healthy kids

14 Oct 2020

What will school drop-off be like as schools reopen?

With children starting to return to on-site learning at schools across Victoria, the morning drop-off routine will start again for many families, but will look a little different due to coronavirus.

Tips for parents

30 Sep 2020

Mental health and wellbeing tips for parents with teenagers

What’s tougher than parenting a teenager? Parenting a teenager during a global pandemic.

healthy tips

24 Sep 2020

Why you need to keep your medical appointments during coronavirus

Before the coronavirus pandemic, going to hospital or your local GP for routine medical screenings or check-ups was a straightforward process. However, the pandemic is causing some Victorians to delay seeking what could be important and even life-saving medical assistance.

Keeping connected

16 Sep 2020

Social distancing is purely physical

With the most recent coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions comes a human response.

healthy tips

26 Aug 2020

How to be an LGBTIQ ally during coronavirus lockdown

LGBTIQ Victorians are part of a diverse, vibrant and resilient community, but like all Victorians, the current coronavirus restrictions can make life a lot tougher.

healthy eating

25 Aug 2020

How to keep your cooking options open

Having some pantry staples on hand will help you answer the question ‘what’s for dinner?’.