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There are so many ways to choose health. Try our 10 strategies for a healthier life.   Want to feel better and live a healthier life?  VicHealth has put together 10 strategies to...
Resources and downloads
1 min read
5 Oct 2021
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/resources/resource-download/be-healthy-strategies-good-health
Many people who smoke are unaware of the various ways in which their tobacco products are modified to make the harsh smoke easier to inhale, according to new research released today by Quit...
Media release
3 min read
28 Nov 2014
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/media-releases/smokers-remain-dark-about-tobacco-industry
We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to re-imagine life and health in Victoria.  Join VicHealth and leading experts for five weeks of ideas and in-depth discussions on how we can...
Research and publications
5 min read
25 Nov 2015
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/life-and-health-re-imagined
VicHealth's LEAD program was seen as the first program of its kind in Australia. It focused on local governments to help reduce race-based discrimination and promote cultural diversity. This summary...
Research and publications
1 min read
5 Oct 2021
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/lead-summary-report-localities-embracing-and-accepting
Reducing alcohol-related harm in the community requires efforts from multiple sectors and levels of government.Download: Local government approaches to minimise alcohol-related harm: Learnings...
Research and publications
1 min read
16 Nov 2017
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/local-government-strategies-alcohol-related-harm
Fair Foundations: The VicHealth framework for health equity is a planning tool for health promotion policy and practice. It outlines the social determinants of health inequities, suggesting entry...
Research and publications
3 min read
29 Nov 2014
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/fair-foundations-vichealth-framework-health-equity
VicHealth welcomes the Australian Government’s announcement of new legislation to reduce harm from tobacco and e-cigarettes and protect Australians from the predatory tactics of Big...
Media release
2 min read
30 Nov 2022
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/media-resources/media-releases/australia-once-again-world-leader-tobacco-control
Riding a bike is good for health, the planet and connecting people to places for work and play. Despite this, bike riding participation in Victoria is low.To inform planning and practice, there is a...
Research and publications
2 min read
29 Nov 2021
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/monash-university-lga-bike-riding-typologies
The Community Activation Program is a new VicHealth investment that aims to create and activate places within local communities that increase access to opportunities for physical activity and social...
Programs and projects
4 min read
20 Jul 2015
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/programs-and-projects/vichealth-community-activation-program
The events of 2020–21, including the catastrophic Australian bushfires and the COVID-19 pandemic, are a prescient reminder that the world is rapidly changing. These changes bring consequences...
Research and publications
2 min read
29 Nov 2021
https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/news-publications/research-publications/integrating-wellbeing-business-government
Artwork by Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022
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Artwork Credit: Dexx (Gunditjmara/Boon Wurrung) ‘Mobs Coming Together’ 2022, acrylic on canvas. Learn more about this artwork.