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To give children a fair start in life, act on the evidence (it’s been around for a while…)

June 20, 2013 - 21:44 -- Admin

Almost 20 years ago, physician Dr Michael Gliksman was involved in research suggesting that socioeconomic disadvantage during childhood can have lifelong health consequences. Since then, a variety of studies have helped unpick some of the factors...

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What does it take to create healthier environments for children? (First, get rid of the alligators…)

June 18, 2013 - 22:31 -- Admin

New digital media is bringing “unprecedented opportunities” for evidence-informed advocacy for healthier environments for children, according to Professor Helen Roberts from University College, London. In a keynote address to the Australian Health...

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Previewing the Australian Health Promotion Association conference

June 15, 2013 - 19:28 -- Admin

The 21st national conference of the Australian Health Promotion Association (AHPA) kicks off in Sydney tomorrow. In collaboration with conference organisers, the Croakey Conference Reporting Service will provide an overview of key sessions and...

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Introducing The Health Wrap – a new Croakey feature by Kellie Bisset

May 31, 2013 - 10:25 -- Admin

I am delighted to introduce a new fortnightly feature at Croakey: The Health Wrap. It will link you into some of the interesting and important health news from the previous fortnight, including items covered at Croakey and elsewhere. Kellie Bisset,...

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