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Measles alert
Territorians are being asked to be alert for measles after it was confirmed that an infectious person passed though Darwin Airport last week.
DHF Chief accepts top Vic Health position
NT Department of Health and Families Chief Executive, Dr David Ashbridge, announced today that he will relinquish the position he has held for the past three years to take up an offer to become CEO of Barwon Health, Victoria's largest regional health service.
Dietitians weigh in with 10-week challenge
Find out all you need to know about losing weight and keeping it off by visiting Casuarina Square Shopping Centre and speaking to a Dietitian this Thursday, 28 January.
Students should get swine flu vaccinations before schools return
The Department of Health and Families (DHF) is urging parents and carers to ensure that children aged over six months receive the vaccine. Kids commencing school are particularly encouraged to get vaccinated.
Coronial outcomes to be referred to Child Protection Inquiry
The findings and recommendations of Coronial inquiries into the deaths of two children, who passed away three and five years ago respectively, will be closely considered by the Department of Health and Families (DHF)...
Melioidosis risk increases after rains
Top End residents and visitors are once again being reminded to protect themselves against the potentially life-threatening, soil-borne disease melioidosis, an illness that presents most commonly after heavy rain...

DHF Facilities Smoke Free

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H1N1 Swine Flu Vaccine and Information