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Covid, Cold, Flu and You Community Forum

Presentation Key Messages and Insights

  • Colds are not caused by cold temperature, they are caused by viruses. Some people get more sick than others from COVID-19 and FLU infection because of their immunity.  The symptoms of Covid, Cold and Flu can be similar. It is difficult to know tell the difference. Seasonal allergies including hay fever also have similar symptoms. The best way to tell is to take a test like a RAT. To learn more about their symptoms.

DPV Health - Symptoms of Covid, Cold and Flu

  • The risk factors for Covid and flu are different. With COVID, the biggest risk factors are: advancing age, unimmunised, heart disease, diabetes, chronic lung disease (smokers), obesity, weakened immune systems or cancer. With influenza, the biggest risk factors are: Older people, heart disease, diabetes, chronic lung disease (smokers), young children, pregnant people, weakened immune systems or cancer
  • Virus is spread from droplets from the nose and mouth from coughs and sneezes. Droplets that land on surfaces like handrails, tables and chairs can spread the virus if people touch them and then touch their mouth, nose or eyes. Droplets from coughs and sneezes that leave your nose or mouth fall to the ground about 1.5 meters away from you. This is why you may be told to stand 1.5 meters away from others to reduce your risk of infection. COVID-19 can sometimes be spread through the air when an infected person breathes out.

  • Once you are feeling better and recovered after catching COVID-19, go and get a booster vaccination. COVID-19 Vaccination and Flu Vaccination can be taken at the same time. Flu and COVID-19 Vaccinations reduce the risk of severe illness. 3 doses of the COVID-19 vaccination significantly reduce the chance of death from virus infection. You should seek medical care when you have symptoms of concern and if you have existing conditions that increase the risk.
  • How to reduce the chance of infection to yourself and others:
    • Get vaccinated
    • Practice social distancing – 1.5m away from others
    • Wash your hands
    • Wear a mask
    • Indoor ventilation by opening windows, doors, fans, and air purifiers
    • Minimise contact with others (avoiding crowds)
    • Stay home when you have symptoms!
    • Test & seek treatment if risk factors
  • ANZAC Day – 25 April is a good time to get your Flu vaccination every year before Flu season. At this time the vaccination is available and it is before there is a lot of flu in the community.

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DPV Health is delighted to launch the “DPV Health Strategic Plan 2022 – 2027”

Over the last two days, DPV Health’s Board & Executive conducted a range of events to herald the launch of the “DPV Health Strategic Plan 2022 – 2027”.

Three events dedicated to employees, community representatives and industry stakeholders were conducted to share the key highlights of the plan, which include a focus on four distinct pillars:

  • Clients, Families & Community
  • People, Capability & Culture
  • Excellence, Systems and Infrastructure
  • Growth, Sustainability & Partnerships

The new plan also celebrates DPV Health’s new vision “A healthier and connected community with excellent care for all”.

Fundamental to the plan is the objective for DPV Health to be an industry leader in the planning and delivery of innovative, person-centred health care across the diverse communities of Melbourne’s North, recognised for achieving a significant positive impact on community health and wellbeing.

“Consultation with our people, clients, community advisors, partners and other stakeholders has been an integral part of the strategic planning process”, said DPV Health CEO, Don Tidbury. “DPV Health has invested in and prioritized the understanding of our community’s health and wellbeing needs.”

“Most importantly, the plan places DPV Health’s clients, and their participation in their own care, at the centre of everything we do. It also recognizes our people continue to be our greatest asset,
acknowledging their engagement, contribution, and wellbeing are essential to our shared success.

Finally, the plan prioritises collaboration to leverage the strengths and capabilities of our wonderful partners and the great outcomes our organisations will achieve together.” Don Tidbury CEO said “the DPV Health Strategic Plan 2022–27 presents an exciting way forward, that will consolidate the organisation’s position as an industry leader in the provision of impactful, innovative, person-centred health and community services across Melbourne’s North”.

Click here to download our Strategic Plan.

Media Contact

For media enquiries, contact Rick Jackson, Executive Manager Client Experience & Community Engagement on 0448 998 079 or Rick.jackson@dpvhealth.org.au

DPV Health is a not-for-profit organisation that offers exceptional health, disability and social services to people of all ages across the cities of Hume and Whittlesea. As one of Victoria’s largest & most comprehensive community health organisations, DPV Health provides an extensive range of medical, dental, allied health, paediatric, disability, mental health and community programs.

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DPV Health now offerHome Care Packages

Assisting you to stay safe, comfortable and independent at home.

DPV Health offer a range of services:

  • In Home Assistance
  • Nursing
  • Allied Health & Therapy
  • Gardening & Maintenance
  • Social Support Group
  • Aids & Equipment