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“We make sure that everything in our organisation or in the various directorates run like a well-oiled machine.” Read more: https://t.co/CR4GkUtmsv

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Executive Assistant, Lee-Anne Scott provides critical support to the back-end operations of Eastern Health.

This Administrative Professionals Day (2 May) we recognises the vital and wide reaching work of our staff who are often behind the scenes.

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Patient Experience Week (April 28th - May 2nd) is a time to celebrate healthcare staff and their impact on patients every day.

Over the last year Eastern Health has provided 1.5 million episodes of care to our growing community, continuing our promise of Healthier Together.

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The Easter Bunny paid a special visit to the wards across Eastern Health Box Hill and Angliss, spreading joy and laughter to patients and staff.

Thank you to Eastland for organising this visit.

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More on Matthew's story https://t.co/BnaOnpQh6H

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During these school holidays, here are some tips to reduce motion sickness during your travel.

For more information, go to: https://t.co/3b0UBMLwBu

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Taking 114,926 steps for kids in need.

Raising money for Eastern Health paediatric services, local psychologist Emma-Rose Parsons ran 100 km from Eastern Health Healesville, past four other Eastern Health campuses, ending at Eastland Shopping Centre.

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"The most rewarding part of the job is having the chance to make a real impact. We often have first contact with patients. Listening to their concerns and advocating for them in this way, we can make a difference."

For more on this story

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The Eastern Health Community Participation plan for 2025 and 2026 is available on our website.

Read the plan: https://t.co/r8AUqFLmwJ

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The Health Promotion team in collaboration with Healesville High School are inspiring students to create nourishing lunchboxes.

Combining physical activity with education, the students learn about the importance of eating a nutritious lunch.

Read more: https://t.co/S7yBrFkiaU

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By prioritising culturally appropriate care and community involvement, Eastern Health aims to assist in closing the health gap and ensure equitable healthcare for all.

To find out more, head to: https://t.co/6v8z5U8XZ5

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Thursday 20 March is National Close the Gap Day; a time to recognise the resilience, innovation and success of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, despite the challenges faced over generations.

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While progress has been made, ongoing meaningful action must continue to occur, to effectively address the complex factors that contribute to health inequities for Community.

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National Advance Care Planning week (17-23 March) is an opportune time to have a conversation with your loved ones and health providers, about your treatment preferences, and what matters most to you.

Find out more: https://t.co/vga0JJ3dXV

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Our Social Workers make a lasting difference, helping families navigate life’s toughest experiences with care and compassion.

Follow the link for more: https://t.co/UODsxni0U2

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On World Social Worker Day 2025, we celebrate amazing Social Workers, like Jess.

Jess supports families within our Women and Children’s program, from antenatal care, birth suite, post-natal ward and in the Special Care Nursery.

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Jess’s role in the Special Care Nursery ensures families experiencing significant stressors, feel confident and ready to care for their newborns, while also connecting families to other services for extra support.