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Values-based messaging for health promotion

VicHealth understands that clear and considered messaging is important for health promotion. When an inconsistent approach to messaging is used by health promotion advocates, this can undermine our...

Resources and downloads

2 min read

5 Jun 2019

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/resources/resource-download/values-based-messaging-health-promotion

How does alcohol affect the brain?

When it comes to our brain, even when we drink a “moderate” amount of alcohol, nearly every part of our brain matter is negatively affected, resulting in both short- and long-term...

Article

4 min read

29 Jun 2021

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/our-health/be-healthy-blog/how-does-alcohol-affect-brain

Local government strategies for alcohol-related harm minimisation

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

What is a standard drink size?

When it comes to alcohol, over half of Australians are unaware of what a standard drink is, and many don't know the recommended amount to consume to remain at low risk of alcohol injury and...

Article

5 min read

1 Sep 2021

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/our-health/be-healthy-blog/what-standard-drink-size

Leading Healthy Communities Grants

Grants for 'fast-track councils' in the VicHealth Local Government Partnership (VLGP) to support municipal health and wellbeing planning.

Funding page

7 min read

27 Feb 2024

https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/funding/leading-healthy-communities-grants

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.