Media Releases

With incidences of COVID and influenza remaining high in our community, people are still being urged to get tested for COVID should they have symptoms. An average of 110 PCR...
Having a stoma fitted is a life-changing experience for patients and fortunately there are dedicated nurses at Bass Coast Health (BCH) who understand just how patients feel. A stoma is...
Cardiac services have received a further boost at Bass Coast Health (BCH) following a significant donation from a generous benefactor. The late Norman Martell bequeathed $404,000 to BCH to improve...
A new clinician at Bass Coast Health is looking forward to the expansion of surgery when the new Wonthaggi Hospital Expansion theatres open in 2023. Associate Professor Julian Hunt-Smith is...
It’s World Continence Week from 20 to 26 June – the ideal time to discuss a sensitive topic that can be uncomfortable for many. Continence is being able to control...
Bass Coast Health (BCH) is seeking people who have had a melanoma in the past two years to join a clinical trial, a unique opportunity for our region. The trial...
Bass Coast Health (BCH) has experienced a record number of babies born in a single month, with 25 babies born in May this year. Maternity Nurse Unit Manager Melanie Shields...
The Bass Coast Health Phillip Island Health Hub Auxiliary was thrilled with its recent Trivia Night held at the Phillip Island RSL. The event raised $1,145. The Auxiliary Committee was...
COVID cases remain high in our community and the onset of winter is likely to maintain significant levels of the virus locally. With that in mind, Bass Coast Health’s new...
Bass Coast Health (BCH) will keep a Code Yellow internal emergency status in place for now, as the health service continues to be impacted by a shortage of staff due...