My Story of Quitting Smoking. You Don’t Have to do it Alone
Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health, however it’s often not an easy process. Withdrawal can have a number of challenges and while…
What we learned about drug and alcohol use from HILDA (the Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia Survey)
As a provider of alcohol and other drug services and harm reduction programs we are always gathering new information about the experiences of our clients at Star Health. Recently, we…
Exploring AOD Withdrawal with Non-Residential Withdrawal Nurse, Lee
There are a number of options for people looking to withdraw from alcohol and drugs, including home-based withdrawal which involves an individual going through withdrawal while living in their own…
GP Recall Messages – What Do They Mean?
If you are a patient at one of our General Practice sites, at some point you may have received an automated message advising you to get in touch. Receiving a…
NAIDOC WEEK: Take 5 with Aunty Judith ‘Jacko’ Jackson
In recognition of NAIDOC week 7-14 July 2019, we had a quick chat with Gunggari woman and Elder and Star Health Volunteer Aunty Judith ‘Jacko’ Jackson, better known as “Aunty…
Star Health Organises Homeless Memorial in Port Phillip
The Melbourne community will be lighting a candle to remember those lost whilst homeless at our annual Homeless Memorial on Thursday 20th June at The Peanut Farm Reserve, St Kilda.
A day in the life of Service Access & Support Team Member, Deepa
We often underestimate how important it is to be greeted by a friendly face when seeking a health service. People can often feel daunted and unsure when visiting the doctors…
Special General Meeting – 8 May 2019
The Star Health Board invites Star Health Members to a Special General Meeting on Wednesday 8 May 2019 at 1pm at 341 Coventry St, South Melbourne. A light lunch will…
Media Release: Commitment to Expand Star Health’s Prahran Site
Star Health welcomes the announcement that a Federal Labor Government will invest $4 million in a new Star Health mental health community hub in Prahran. The announcement was made today…
Media Release: We’re moving … on the double!
As we get into the swing of the new year, Star Health has been busy, with two office moves in St Kilda and Bentleigh in recent weeks. On Friday 15…