Department of Health

Preventive health

Keeping our population healthy is important. Victoria is at the forefront in leading reform in disease prevention and early detection and has invested in a range of prevention initiatives targeting specific areas such as tobacco reform, obesity, physical activity, sexual health, heart disease, cancer screening and skin cancer prevention.

Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease prevention

The State Government of Victoria plays a leading role in reducing incidence of diabetes, heart disease and stroke.

Eye health promotion

The Department of Health and Human Services promotes eye health by funding the Vision Initiative.

Injury prevention

The Victorian injury prevention program leads a range of prevention activities.

Healthy eating and nutrition

Healthy eating and nutritious food are significant factors in the health of the Victorian population.

Oral health promotion

Oral health promotion is important to the overall health and wellbeing of Victorians.

Physical activity

Physical activity is a key factor in supporting a healthy population.

Sexual health

We support the work of key stakeholders to create a sexually literate community and reduce stigma and discrimination.

Sex worker health

The Department of Health works to support sex worker health and wellbeing under decriminalisation

Shade Grants Program

The aim is to reduce Victorians' exposure to UV radiation by increasing shade in public places across the state and by promoting uptake of sun protective practices.

Reviewed 09 May 2022

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