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Martin Foley retweeted
The world around us continues to change. As we face new pressures, we also embrace new ways of providing care, advancing research and applying emerging technologies.
To learn about the new Alfred Health Strategic Plan 2024-30, visit bit.ly/45mIkEY
Martin Foley retweeted
Here’s what it means:
✅ It will keep vapes out of reach of children
✅ It will put a stop to predatory marketing
✅ Adults will still be able to quit smoking using vapes from a pharmacy, as lastline therapy
✅ There will be new penalties for retailers possessing banned vapes
Martin Foley retweeted
Winter is approaching and our blood and plasma inventory is already feeling the impact of a seasonal drop in donations. donateblood.page.link/vxLU #lifebloodau
Martin Foley retweeted
A new measles case has been identified in Victoria
The case visited multiple expose sites in Windsor, Prahran and Hawthorn between 3-9 May
People who have attended the listed exposure sites during the specified times should contact their GP ASAP
More: go.vic.gov.au/3UUlhxG
ALT An orange graphic. Text: Chief Health Officer Alert. Measles alert for Metropolitan Melbourne. What you need to know.
Martin Foley retweeted
A friendly reminder of the data on annual inflation.
On #insiders it was suggested inflation was troubling and accelerating:
Dec 2022 7.8%
Mar 2023 7.0%
Jun 2023 6.0%
Sep 2023 5.4%
Dec 2023 4.1%
Mar 2024 3.6%
Lazy journalism or mischievous in the extreme
Martin Foley retweeted
Three new locally acquired cases of mpox have been reported in Victoria.
Free mpox vaccine continues to be available for eligible people through certain sexual health clinics, hospitals, GPs and pharmacies.
Learn more about mpox: go.vic.gov.au/3y497JC
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Martin Foley retweeted
Australia’s multiculturalism is perhaps our greatest achievement – but we must never take it for granted.
Right now, conflicts far from here are directly impacting the lives of many Australians
Martin Foley retweeted
We were thrilled to officially open the Paula Fox Melanoma and Cancer Centre this morning with Prime Minister @AlboMP and Premier @JacintaAllanMP. The $152.4 million facility will deliver lifesaving clinical trials, research and care under one roof - a new era in cancer care.
Martin Foley retweeted
We're extremely proud to be in the top 100 of Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals and the top Victorian hospital for a fourth consecutive year.
This achievement reflects the commitment of staff across many specialities to providing the best possible care for our community.
Martin Foley retweeted
I often say: We Irish are the only people in the world who are nostalgic for the future. We always believe in a better tomorrow.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day, everyone!
ALT Former President Barack Obama and President Joe Biden walk together wearing green ties in honor of St. Patrick's Day.
ALT President Joe Biden and singer Niall Horan stand together in the East Room of the White House.
ALT President Joe Biden, wearing a green tie, runs in a St. Patrick's Day parade.
ALT President Joe Biden delivers remarks at the Friends of Ireland Luncheon on St. Patrick’s Day, at the Capitol in Washington, D.C.
Martin Foley retweeted
Today we farewell our beloved friend and valued colleague, Senator Linda White. – at Melbourne, Victoria
Martin Foley retweeted
Cardiac arrest survivor, Hugh is one-of-19 Melburnians to have received the life-saving intervention known as #ECMO outside of the hospital setting. It’s all thanks to an innovative Victorian trial led by The Alfred and @AmbulanceVic
Martin Foley retweeted
No one knows your skin better than you.
Today is Check for Spots Day, and we’re urging you to check your skin and be all over melanoma.
More: tinyurl.com/muubru8e
Martin Foley retweeted
9 people recently became unwell after using MDMA & unexpected stimulants at a music event.
Consuming these drugs at a hot, humid music event will increase the risk of life-threatening hyperthermia. Know the signs – don’t wait to get help.
More info: go.vic.gov.au/48HDJOs
ALT Drug Advice: MDMA and other stimulants in hot environments.
Martin Foley retweeted
A significant increase in 2023 of trauma presentations to The Alfred’s Emergency and Trauma Centre has doctors urging Victorians to take care leading into the busy holiday season.
bit.ly/41kkNm2
Martin Foley retweeted
This time of year is busy, but there's one thing we're asking you to keep at the top of your To Do list: sun safety.
High numbers of people presenting to emergency departments with severe sunburn is preventable, says A/Prof Victoria Mar.
More: tinyurl.com/yc4tb2vf
Martin Foley retweeted
During extreme heat, check up on others. Particularly people most at risk.
Encourage your loved ones to stay hydrated, keep cool & to plan ahead.
A quick call can make a big difference.
Get ready for extreme heat 🌡️🔥
For more information visit
go.vic.gov.au/41vOQY1
Martin Foley retweeted
Data released today confirms that Victoria is seeing increasing levels of COVID-19 in the state, driven by the dominance of a new Omicron subvariant JN.1.
Don’t let COVID spoil your Christmas.
Remember the key actions that we know help to protect you and your loved ones.
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Martin Foley retweeted
A high risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma has been forecast tomorrow in Central and West & South Gippsland.
If you develop asthma symptoms, follow your asthma action plan or use asthma first aid.
Stay up to date at @vicemergency: emergency.vic.gov.au/respond…
ALT A tile with text and illustrations of a cloudy thunderstorm with grey clouds and green rye grass blowing in the wind. A map representing Victoria highlights a high risk of epidemic thunderstorm forecast in Central and West & South Gippsland. Text reads: High Risk Forecast