Latrobe Regional Health

Latrobe Regional Health LRH is recognised as the regional provider of specialist health services in Gippsland

Measles exposure alert - Gippsland An exposure site has been identified in Warragul after a new case of measles was repo...
24/04/2026

Measles exposure alert - Gippsland

An exposure site has been identified in Warragul after a new case of measles was reported in Victoria.

Get the latest information from the Gippsland Region Public Health Unit - GRPHU

24/04/2026

There’s some big news for heart care in Gippsland ❤️

Patients experiencing one of the most serious types of heart attacks can now be treated closer to home, we've launched the region’s first STEMI service.

Until now, many patients needed urgent transfer to Melbourne by road or air ambulance.

But when it comes to heart attacks, every minute counts.

Being able to start treatment sooner, right here in Gippsland, will make a real difference for local families.

Our doctors and nurses have been hard at work preparing through simulations, and the demand has already shown just how important this service is.

A big thanks toWIN News Gippsland and Latrobe Valley Express for covering our story!

🏥Are you waiting for planned surgery? LRH is now using the VicKey online patient portal. It means you will receive a se...
23/04/2026

🏥Are you waiting for planned surgery?

LRH is now using the VicKey online patient portal.

It means you will receive a secure text message from VicKey to confirm if you want to remain on the planned surgery preparation lists

The text message will contain a secure link to ask you to confirm your surname and date of birth.

We will never ask for financial information or other identifying information such as your address.

VicKey is being used by Victorian healthcare services to help us make sure planned surgery preparation lists are up to date.

If you have any concerns please call the LRH planned surgery unit on 5173 8025

For more click here: health.vic.gov.au/surgical-services/vickey-for-victorian-health-services

Free Japanese encephalitis vaccine eligibility has been temporarily expanded until 30 June 2026.Want to know more? Visit...
22/04/2026

Free Japanese encephalitis vaccine eligibility has been temporarily expanded until 30 June 2026.

Want to know more? Visit your one-stop-shop for public health information at the Gippsland Region Public Health Unit - GRPHU.

Okay, you loved the adventures of our 11 year-old Junior Community Champion Erin last week, so here's part two!Today, Er...
15/04/2026

Okay, you loved the adventures of our 11 year-old Junior Community Champion Erin last week, so here's part two!
Today, Erin got to assemble the activity packs she created for little patients and little visitors.
Erin designed the artwork on the pack and carefully selected colouring pages and puzzles that would keep boredom at bay...for a little while, at least.
Erin delivered the packs to our Emergency Department, Timbarra Paediatric Unit and Allied Health. They've already brought smiles to lots of faces and even had the attention of Leiha, our mighty therapy dog, who was very interested in the project! 🐾
We are so proud of the impact Erin made at LRH and grateful for the joy she brought to her volunteering role 🙌

While Grade 6 kids everywhere were soaking up the last burst of warm weather today, young Erin (pictured) had very diffe...
09/04/2026

While Grade 6 kids everywhere were soaking up the last burst of warm weather today, young Erin (pictured) had very different plans.
The Trafalgar Primary School student chose to spend her day at our hospital as a volunteer, helping out wherever she could - from admin for our Patient Services team to welcoming visitors, helping patients find where they needed to go and even making cups of tea for patients. Phew! What a busy day.
Erin is also putting her exceptional art and craft skills to good use by designing activity packs for young people waiting in our Emergency Department and other services and clinics (we’ll show you these next week 😊)
Erin’s visit is part of the Rotary Club of Trafalgar’s Junior Community Award which encourages young people to actively engage with and contribute to their local community.
Thank you Erin for your enthusiasm and kindness today. Looking forward to your next visit!

Good thing the bunny is in tip top shape!!
02/04/2026

Good thing the bunny is in tip top shape!!

We know a trip to the Emergency Department can feel stressful, especially if there's a bit of a wait. Go to https://yout...
02/04/2026

We know a trip to the Emergency Department can feel stressful, especially if there's a bit of a wait.
Go to https://youtu.be/9xpDwgVYFjg to watch a video explaining what happens when you arrive, how we assess patients and why care is provided based on urgency rather than arrival time.
With the Easter long weekend coming up, our Emergency Department is likely to be busier than usual. You can see how busy it is here: https://lrh.com.au/emergency-department/
Thank you for your patience and understanding as our staff work hard to care for our community. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Easter whether you're at home or away! 🐣

Visitors to the LRH High Risk Foot Clinic are now welcomed into a brighter, more inclusive space thanks to the installat...
01/04/2026

Visitors to the LRH High Risk Foot Clinic are now welcomed into a brighter, more inclusive space thanks to the installation of a new MediCurtain featuring artwork by Perth artist Biara Martin.

The design includes powerful symbols representing a patient’s journey to recovery, and LRH is proud to be just the second hospital in Victoria to install this curtain.

Even better, a portion of the purchase supports , an Aboriginal health organisation providing life-saving dialysis services to people living in remote communities. ❤️

Running twice each week, the High Risk Foot Clinic supports patients with diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, severe foot ulcerations, infection risk or foot deformities.

The clinic brings together a specialist team including a podiatrist, endocrinologist, diabetes nurse educator, infectious diseases doctor, wound nurse and Hospital in the Home nurse.

This helps patients access coordinated care in one place instead of multiple appointments.

High Risk Foot Clinic Coordinator Alison Lang and Hospital in the Home Acting Nurse Unit Manager Rebecca Whelan are pictured with the new curtain.

Look at these most perfect crocheted plushies from the amazing Stitch In Hope Foundation, a youth‑led global not‑for‑pro...
31/03/2026

Look at these most perfect crocheted plushies from the amazing Stitch In Hope Foundation, a youth‑led global not‑for‑profit group spreading comfort, joy and kindness one stitch at a time.
These beautiful toys were lovingly created by one of their talented makers, Angeni, who shared:
"I hope the plushies are loved and taken care of. I pray for everyone’s good health and happiness.”
And here they are at LRH! Pictured is our wonderful Community Champion Janet, wheeling these soft bundles of happiness on a very important mission - to lift the spirits of patients in our care.
Thank you to Stitch In Hope Foundation and the amazing Angeni for this fabulous gift!

🎉🍾LRH pharmacist Yue Kee Wong has made her team proud by becoming the 500th participant to complete a prestigious train...
30/03/2026

🎉🍾LRH pharmacist Yue Kee Wong has made her team proud by becoming the 500th participant to complete a prestigious training program.

Yue Kee was among the first cohort at LRH to completed the Advanced Pharmacy Australia (AdPha) Resident Training Program for early career hospital pharmacists.

Completing the program opens the door to faster career growth, eligibility for registrar-level training and rotation opportunities.

The program is delivered in partnership with and is one of the most influential early-career investments a hospital pharmacist can make in Australia.

“This has given me comprehensive training, exposure and mentorship to help me expand my skills,” Yue Kee said.

Yue Kee said her favourite aspect of the program was taking part in a six-month rotation which enabled her to gain exposure in different parts of the hospital.

You can read more here: lrh.com.au/news/young-gun-pharmacist-kicks-early-career-goals/

Rain? Meh! It's a beautiful day at Farmworld at Lardner Park! The LRH clinical trials team has been flat out letting the...
27/03/2026

Rain? Meh! It's a beautiful day at Farmworld at Lardner Park!

The LRH clinical trials team has been flat out letting the community know all about our research in the regions.

People are really curious about learning more about clinical trials program in Gippsland.

LRH has partnered with Sanofi to connect with the community at Farmworld.

It means you can take part in a free lung function test , which has been a hit with the public.

And the kids had been loving our Easter eggs.

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