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Founded in 2018, Croakey Health Media operates as a not-for-profit organization dedicated to public interest journalism. Our members are part of the Croakey Health Media social journalism team, working together to deliver a variety of services and activities that support the health and well-being of individuals, families, communities, and the environment. Governance is managed by a board elected by our members. The formation of Croakey Health Media aimed to enhance the sustainability of our social enterprise, strengthen our governance structure, and expand our influence and outreach. Prior to our incorporation, we had built a strong network of passionate individuals and contributors, boasting an 11-year track record of innovation and service in the field of health journalism.

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Under a Dutton Government, there would be no Australian Centre for Disease Control

1 week ago | croakey.org | Alison Barrett

Introduction by Croakey: The Coalition does not support establishment of the Australian Centre for Disease Control, an initiative that health leaders have sought for many years and that is seen as key for tackling future pandemics and climate change, among many other critical health issues.
“Ask the right questions”: powerful insights for cancer care and health education

1 week ago | croakey.org | Alison Barrett

Introduction by Croakey: Healthcare students and practitioners need to be open to deep reflection and reflexivity, particularly when supporting cancer patients through their journey, according to PhD candidate and cancer survivor, Daniel Johnstone.
The Health Wrap: election scorecards, the “Trump effect”, climate health matters, nepotism in medicine - and some good news

1 week ago | croakey.org | Melissa Sweet

The importance of relationships between people and the environment, the latest alarming news from the United States including the push for “medical freedom”, and an update on childhood asthma are among topics covered in The Health Wrap below. The column also takes a deep dive into climate and health news, as election scorecards examine the major parties’ performance, and brings some good news from Bottle Bend Reserve on Kureinji and Barkindji Country. The quotable?
New Uber Eats feature risks fuelling unhealthy eating habits among young Australians

1 week ago | croakey.org | Alison Barrett

Introduction by Croakey: Following the launch of a new feature at Uber Eats, ‘Eats for teens’, researchers at the University of Sydney are calling for stronger policies regulating digital food environments. Below, Dr Sisi Jia, Associate Professor Stephanie Partridge, Dr Rebecca Raeside and Allyson Todd write that urgent action is needed to “regulate how unhealthy food is marketed online – and to create safer, more supportive spaces for young people to build healthy habits that last”.
A timely call for action on child poverty

1 week ago | croakey.org | Melissa Sweet

Introduction by Croakey: When infectious diseases specialists gathered for their annual scientific meeting in Canberra recently, a senior Indigenous medico Dr Louis Peachey urged them to prioritise action on child poverty, a problem that “shames and diminishes us all”. In his presentation to the Australasian Society for Infectious Diseases Annual Scientific Meeting, Peachey said the work of the new Australian Centre for Disease Control must address the impact of poverty upon illness.
Reflections from doorknocking, on building more hopeful, healthy communities

1 week ago | croakey.org | Melissa Sweet

After recently doorknocking in an electorate in southern lutruwita/Tasmania, health sociologist Dr Susan Banks shares some suggestions for how policymakers might better address the needs of communities who too often miss out – even in the midst of an election cash splash. Susan Banks writes:We know that many Australians are struggling, burdened by the twin assaults of a cost-of-living crisis, and increasingly unaffordable or unavailable housing.
The Zap: all the latest election, health and aged care news, plus consultations now open

1 week ago | croakey.org | Melissa Sweet

Yet more condemnation of the aged care star ratings system, women’s health matters, the Coalition’s commitment to establish a $20 billion Regional Australia Future Fund, and the Trump Administration’s war on global health and health research – these are among the topics covered in The Zap this week. Our columnist also brings more updates on the sector’s election priorities, as well as oral healthcare news, and calls to grow the mental health workforce. The quotable?
Chaos under Trump: on tariffs, health and inequalities

2 weeks ago | croakey.org | Melissa Sweet

Introduction: After United States President Donald Trump’s so-called Liberation Day unleashed chaos and uncertainty upon the world, the nature and extent of his tariffs have been shifting rapidly. Amidst all the uncertainty, however, a few things are clear. Many have lost vast sums of money, while a select few have also made windfall gains amid concerns about possible insider trading.
Join our #CroakeyLIVE to hear about this community engagement campaign on climate health matters

2 weeks ago | croakey.org | Melissa Sweet

Introduction by Croakey: In recent weeks, hundreds of Australians have attended several community forums on climate and health organised by Doctors for the Environment Australia in marginal seats across the country. From Warrnambool to Wentworth, Port Macquarie and Perth, these events have provided an opportunity for the community to hear where political candidates from all parties stand.
Media leaders highlight key election health issues for communities

2 weeks ago | croakey.org | Melissa Sweet

Introduction by Croakey: Stories about the media sector in Australia are often pretty grim, for a whole variety of reasons. However, a more positive story is slowly emerging from communities around Australia, of local and independent publishers striving to provide a meaningful service to their communities, whether these be place-based, or communities of practice and interest.