What are the Topics?

The Well is organised by topics, each of which have been identified as a priority to improve for the health and wellbeing of our communities in the Eastern Region of Melbourne.

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Climate Change & Health

The Climate Change & Health portal covers topics including sustainability, biodiversity, community resilience and food security.

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Decluttering & Hoarding

Hoarding is the term used to explain the continual accumulation of a large number of objects or animals, resulting in excessive clutter.

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Gender Equality & Preventing Family Violence

Domestic violence, intimate partner violence, violence in the home, violence against women, and elder abuse are all included under this title.

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Healthy Ageing

Whilst physical and mental health are important to us all, healthy ageing emphasizes the importance of independence, meaningful living and social participation.

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Healthy Eating & Active Living

Healthy eating and leading an active life promotes health and wellbeing, and contributes to the prevention of many chronic diseases across the life course.

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Mental Health

Severe and persistent mental illness is distinct from the general concept of ‘mental wellbeing’ and is a recognised disability.

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Oral Health is a key indicator of overall health, wellbeing and quality of life. In the absence of good oral health, a person's quality of life and ability to eat, speak and socialise can be affected.

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Preventing Alcohol Harms

Alcohol is heavily associated with many aspects of Australian culture and social life. The misuse of alcohol results in illness and premature deaths from disease, accidents and violence.

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Sexual & Reproductive Health

Sexual and reproductive health is an essential component of women’s general health and wellbeing and has a substantial impact on women throughout their lives. It is also a fundamental human right

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