Safer Internet Day 2021: It's time to start the conversation to protect you and the children

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Tuesday 9 February 2021

Written by Rod

It's Safer Internet Day.

Yep, the internet has changed the world we live in.

Easy access to endless information, home shopping, latest news, entertainment of all kinds and staying in touch with family or friends.

Wonderful possibilities at the click of a button.

But sadly the internet has also given those who want to prey on others new ways of stealing your information, bullying or harassing and even grooming.

Now more than ever it's important that you know how to keep yourself and your family safe when using the Internet.

Our great Health Promotion team has put together a three-part video series to give you some helpful tips.

Click on the 'read more' button below to watch the videos.

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Hepatitis B video designed to raise important awareness in refugee communities

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Tuesday 2 February 2021

Written by Rod

Hepatitis B is the subject of a new video campaign designed to raise awareness in Bendigo's refugee communities.

Bendigo Community Health Services has created the video in Karen language in partnership with the Bendigo Health Infectious Diseases Services and Hepatitis Victoria.

To watch the Hepatitis B awareness video click on the 'read more' button below or go to our YouTube Channel.

The video explains what Hepatitis B is before talking through a series of topics to raise community awareness about the condition. These topics include:

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Can you help us create an app to take consumer experience and community health awareness to a whole new level?

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Friday 29 January 2021

Written by Rod

Bendigo Community Health Services is looking to create an amazing app to take our consumer experience and community health awareness efforts to a whole new level.

Now all we need is a savvy app developer to turn this idea into a reality.

We're calling for Expressions of Interest from developers that can help us create a modern, easy to use and informative app that will talk to people with all levels of health literacy.

Sound like a good challenge for you? Great. We can't wait to hear from you then!

To access our   pdf Expression of Interest (178 KB)  and get more details on what we want this new app to do please  pdf click here (178 KB)

Thanks for your interest!

Last updated: January 29, 2021

Heat Health Bendigo: A few tips to get you through some really hot days ahead

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Saturday 23 January 2021

Written by Rod

It's going to get hot in Bendigo and that means you need to take care of yourself and others ...

Last updated: January 22, 2021

The temperatures in Bendigo are going to be extreme in Bendigo this week.

Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are serious conditions occurring when the body’s temperature rises and the internal organs start to shut down.

Symptoms of heat exhaustion range from muscle cramps, dizziness and nausea to vomiting and fainting.

The risk of heat stress is higher for young children as they sweat quicker than adults and are less likely to be able to tell you they are dehydrated.

There are simple things people can do to prevent their children from suffering dehydration, heat stress or worse.

Make sure they are drinking water rather than sport drinks or fruit juices and if you’re worried they might be dehydrated, ask them when they last went to the toilet. If it’s been a few hours then they’re not drinking enough. If it’s been over six hours then they are likely to be dehydrated.

Translated information: To get heat health and bushfire safety information in Karen, Dari and Dinka language click here

Here is some general health information for extreme heat conditions.

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Bendigo HeadtoHelp Hub opening hours extended to help more people in need

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Monday 18 January 2021

Written by Rod

We're increasing the opening hours of our new HeadtoHelp Hub to support more people in the community who are struggling in life.

We know it's sometimes hard to get to an appointment during working hours, so now you can see our staff until 8pm on a Tuesday or Thursday and from 10am to 2pm on a Saturday.

It's all about trying to make sure the hub is available when you need it.

To make an appointment call 1800 595 212.

Learn more about the hub: https://bit.ly/HeadtoHelp

Awards and honours

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Friday 8 January 2021

Written by Rod

Awards and honours aren't why we do what we do but they sure are something to celebrate for our staff.

We truly appreciate the recognition of organisations that value the work we do with awards.

Some of the awards we have won include:

(Click on the active link to learn more about each award)

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Bendigo Coronavirus precautions in place as our sites reopen for 2021

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Sunday 3 January 2021

Written by Rod

Our sites will be open as normal from 8am tomorrow (Monday, January 4, 2021).

Due to the COVID-19 situation in NSW and Victoria all consumers/visitors attending our sites will be screened and face masks must be worn at all times.

We ask for your support and patience.

Please note we are not a COVID-19 testing clinic.

Bendigo testing sites (please call the site you choose to confirm information as some opening hours have changed): https://bit.ly/BendigoCOVIDtesting

Please call our sites on 5406 1200 from 8am tomorrow if you have any questions or concerns.

Bendigo Calendar 2021: BCHS services, sites and dates for your year ahead

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Thursday 31 December 2020

Written by Rod

Goodbye 2020. Hello 2021.

You can't have enough calendars around the house right? Well, we've put together a little calendar for 2021 just for you.

It's got a list of our services that can help you and your family and where you can find our sites across Bendigo too.

Oh, you'll see a few images of some of our great staff as well just to add a bit of creativity.

Download your 2021 BCHS Calendar here:   pdf Bendigo Community Health Services calendar 2021 (2.59 MB)

Thanks for your support!

Learn more about BCHS and our services at www.bchs.com.au

You can also follow what we're doing on social media. To get the direct links to each social media platform click on the 'read more' button below:

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Bendigo Bushfire and Summer Safety Refugee Resource Hub

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Monday 28 December 2020

Written by Rod

Last updated: January 7, 2021

Summer can be a dangerous time in Australia.

Bushfires can be destructive and deadly so it's very important you understand how to stay safe and what to do if a fire breaks out in your area.

Summer thunderstorms can cause flash flooding.

Extreme summer temperatures can lead to serious health issues such as dehydration and heatstroke.

Thunderstorm Asthma and hay fever are other issues that can effect your lifestyle.

Be careful when swimming in any water and be wary of snakes when out and about in bushland or around water and learn what to do if bitten.

This Bendigo Bushfire and Summer Safety Refugee Resource Hub is designed to give you all the information you need to stay safe and healthy through the Australian summer.

Please click on the flag below to see Bushfire and Summer Safety information translated in either Karen, Dari or Dinka language.

This introduction is translated in Karen, Dari and Dinka language below the flags. Please click the 'read more' button. 

KAREN: Bushfire and Summer Safety Refugee Resource Hub in Karen language

DARI: Bushfire and Summer Safety Refugee Resource Hub in Dari language

DINKA: Bushfire and Summer Safety Refugee Resource Hub in Dinka language

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Bendigo Bushfire and Summer Safety Refugee Resource Hub - Dari language

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Monday 28 December 2020

Written by Rod

Last updated: January 22, 2021

We publish this Bendigo Bushfire and Summer Safety Refugee Resource Hub information in support of our Afghan community.

Bushfire safety and information sheet

Sheet 1:   pdf Explaining bushfire plans, total fire bans, warnings and Vic Emergency App (4.07 MB) (3.05 MB)

Created in partnership with Country Fire Authority North West Region Community Safety.

Bushfire awareness safety information videos

Part 1 - Learn about bushfire safety and how to get ready for summer: Watch video

Part 2 - Learn how to prepare for a bushfire: Watch video

Part 3 - Learn how to stay informed during a bushfire: Coming soon

Created in partnership with Country Fire Authority North West Region Community Safety.

Flooding awareness and VicEmergency App information 

Video Part 1 - How to stay safe in a flood and where to get help. Watch video

Video Part 2 - How to prepare for a flood. Watch video

Video Part 3 - How to stay informed during a flood (includes VicEmergency App) Watch video

Video series created in partnership with the State Emergency Service Bendigo unit, City of Greater Bendigo and State Government.

Heat Health information - stay safe in hot weather

Information sheet:   pdf How to stay healthy and safe on days of extreme heat (1.81 MB)

Created in partnership with the City of Greater Bendigo. 

More translated information

To see this information translated in Karen language click here

To see this information translated in Dinka language click here