There are opportunities for planned burns to be conducted in some areas until tomorrow, particularly around Murrindindi, Bairnsdale, Heyfield, the Midlands, the Wimmera and the Mallee. From tomor...

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THE health impacts of diesel smoke from the thousands of trucks passing through residential streets in Yarraville each day will be measured for the first time in a decade. Environment Protection Auth...

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Issued Monday 23 April, 2012 There will be minimal opportunities for planned burning across most of Victoria due to cool, moist conditions and expected widespread rainfall throughout the week. L...

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A new technique for assessing lung function using x-rays has been developed by Australian researchers. This may enable earlier detection of lung diseases such as cancer, emphysema and asthma, and lea...

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If you are a regular smoker and are hesitant to quit then consider this: You habit is not only harming your body, it is also harming the bodies of those around you-especially the people you love most ...

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What you need to know about the flu vaccine. By Pip Harry. Every year about 10 to 20 per cent of the population worldwide will be knocked flat by the flu virus. Should you get an annual flu jab and l...

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The Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) and Parks Victoria are undertaking more planned burning to reduce the risk of bushfire to people, property and communities. Reducing fuel loa...

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Breathe easier and avoid health issues with everyday solutions for improving the quality of air indoors It pays to consider the quality of the air at home and how it can have an impact on health. Pr...

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PLANNED BURNS - 7 Day Outlook and Daily Notification North East Victoria 16 April - 23 April 2012 The Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) and Parks Victoria are undertaking more pl...

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Issued Monday 16 April, 2012    There are good opportunities for planned burning in the next few days, particularly in the north east region, the Otways and around Ballarat. Cool condition...

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