Official Twitter account of Peninsula Health. We are the major public health service for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. Emergency: Triple Zero (000).
Joined December 2011
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24 Jul 2024
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Adj. A/Prof Helen Cooper as the next Chief Executive for Peninsula Health.
Helen assumes this role at a pivotal time, as we prepare for the move into our new Hospital building in 2025/26.
Read more: peninsulahealth.org.au/lates…
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Peninsula Health retweeted
10 May 2024
Great to have a soft launch of the new @RAILMonash and @PeninsulaHealth Carers Health and Wellbeing Service for older carers of older people, through Aust Govt and @NCHealthyAgeing funding. Presentations and initial reflections incl @AislinnLalor @BruscoTarsh and
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Peninsula Health retweeted
2 Apr 2024
A NEW breast cancer imaging suite at Frankston Hospital is expected to see around 3000 patients a year by 2032.
baysidenews.com.au/2024/04/0…
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15 Mar 2024
Early detection and diagnosis of breast cancer – free of charge.
Providing breast imaging and mammography services, the Peta Murphy Breast Imaging Suite is in full swing at Frankston Hospital.
Read more about our breast imaging service on our website: me-qr.com/l/PH-Breast-Imagin…
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20 Feb 2024
Congratulations Dr Timothy Smith who has become one of the few Indigenous fellows in Australia, and the second at Peninsula Health, joining Dr Angela La Macchia.
Read more: ow.ly/vykA50QEOYu
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Peninsula Health retweeted
An international study by @PeninsulaHealth's Dr @TayaCollyer published by @BioMedCentral found regression coefficients were generally not viewed as complete or authoritative statements about health. This contrasts with current teaching materials. Find out more 👇🏾@AndrewNadine
15 Feb 2024
ICYMI 👇
My recent ✨qualitative✨study explored variation in interpretations and understanding of regression coefficients, and extent to which these are viewed by senior researchers as containing information about health
#statstwitter #epitwitter
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doi.org/10.1186/s12889-023-1…
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23 Jan 2024
We were delighted to join the conversation regarding women's pain and how Peninsula Health is helping pave the way forward for more equitable healthcare.
Hear from our Clinical Director of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dr Nisha Knot (@Nishaobgyn).
22 Jan 2024
An inquiry will examine the extent of Victoria’s 'gender pain gap' amid concerns the health system is biased against female patients.
A survey has found 2 in 5 women are living with chronic pain, and Dr Nisha Khot joins @Rebecca7Maddern to discuss the findings. #7NEWS
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Peninsula Health retweeted
19 Dec 2023
Great work Dr Nisha Khot and the team at @PeninsulaHealth. 👏👏👏
19 Dec 2023
Women’s pain has been dismissed and minimised for far too long
Time to stop using misleading language and provide real options for pain relief
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13 Dec 2023
📵Ongoing Optus maintenance near our Golf Links Road location has affected mobile phone reception on-site.
If you need to get in touch with a loved one, please reach out to our Golf Links Road Reception at 9784 8799. Alternatively, you can contact our Switchboard at 9784 7777.
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4 Dec 2023
On behalf of the Board, Executive team, staff and volunteers at Peninsula Health, it is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of the Federal Member for Dunkley, Peta Murphy MP.
Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this difficult time.
Felicity Topp, CEO
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Peninsula Health retweeted
16 Nov 2023
Congratulations to Pauline D'Astoli OAM for winning “Health Volunteer of the Year.” Pauline has been a dedicated and passionate volunteer at @PeninsulaHealth for more than 6 years, working on various committees/projects, and advocating for consumers with empathy #VPHAwards
ALT Event photograph of award winner
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5 Oct 2023
Ready to bite into something new?
In line with the Victorian Government Healthy choices: policy directive, the menus at our food outlets and vending machines are now selling and promoting a healthier range of food and drinks.
Learn more: ow.ly/FBRF50PTfVy
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Peninsula Health retweeted
15 Jun 2023
A LOCAL Aboriginal artist has designed a new uniform for healthcare workers at Frankston Hospital.
baysidenews.com.au/2023/06/1…
#BaysideNews #PeninsulaHealth
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Peninsula Health retweeted
23 Jun 2023
Very proud of the amazing Thea Moloney, representing @PeninsulaHealth at the #OTAus2023 conference in Cairns. Building on @alison_lunt research in bariatric care; codesigned training beyond manual handling is needed.
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30 May 2023
Congratulations to our Clinical Director of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr Nisha Khot, on her appointment to Vice President of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.
Read more: ow.ly/vkfp50OyIO0
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20 May 2023
Our status as an emerging leader in research and innovation would not be possible without clinical trials.
"It’s wonderful to lead the introduction of this device into Australia right here at Frankston Hospital," says Prof. Tiruvoipati
ow.ly/52j050OrCrc
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Peninsula Health retweeted
An extra 9500 Home Care Packages in the @ausgov Budget is welcomed. But @NCHealthyAgeing Director Prof Velandai Srikanth told Fauziah Ibrahim @abcnews more work needs to be done to address future demand for people to stay at home and thrive. @Velandaisrikan1 @PeninsulaHealth
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24 Apr 2023
Featuring one of our brilliant nurses whose quick intervention at a local football game saved the life of 26-year-old male, Jojo Amaah.
24 Apr 2023
An investigation is underway into a shock behind the play incident that left a young Melbourne footballer fighting for life. His heart stopped for more than five minutes as a hero nurse and trainer rushed to his aid. youtu.be/S6yEpii5NwA @SarahJaneBell94 #7NEWS
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12 Apr 2023
Peninsula Health Clinical Trial Pharmacist, Shu Min Lim, is the third pharmacist to complete the @AlfredHealth TrialHub pilot program. Her training will help to increase clinical trial access and availability to patients on the Mornington Peninsula.
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29 Mar 2023
Peninsula Health is currently recruiting personal care assistants working in residential aged care for an oral health study aiming to support the oral care of older Australians in residential care.
For more details, email rgallagher@phcn.vic.gov.au
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