Since 2020, communities across the Murray PHN region have faced a series of significant emergency events, including bushfires, the COVID-19 pandemic, communicable disease outbreaks and widespread flooding across Victoria.
These events have placed considerable strain on individuals, communities and health services, highlighting the importance of a resilient and well-prepared primary health care sector. Maintaining access to primary healthcare during emergencies is critical to supporting community health and wellbeing.
For further information, resources and support relating to natural disasters and communicable disease emergencies, explore the links below: