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Systems thinking: taking a systemic approach

WebSystems thinking is a mental framework that helps us to become better problem solvers. Systems thinkers find ways to shift or recombine the parts in the system …

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Benefits of prevention for wellbeing

WebAustralia’s world-leading work to control tobacco use is an example of health benefits that have been realised from prevention. A range of interventions including regulation and …

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From understanding to action: Developing a prevention systems …

WebDeveloping a ‘theory of systems change’ can assist prevention research to progress from understanding complex systems towards impactful action. Dr Melanie …

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National Preventive Health Strategy launched

WebThe release of the National Preventive Health Strategy 2021-2030, a highly anticipated document following a great deal of consultation in the prevention sector, has …

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Citizens and public health

WebOne of the things our project hopes to do is demonstrate the feasibility of using citizen science for public health. We believe engaging the power of citizens will have a …

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Professor Andrew Wilson AO

WebProfessor Andrew Wilson is Co-Director of the Menzies Centre for Health Policy and Economics at The University of Sydney and former Co-Director of The …

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Preventive Health Conference 2024

WebThe theme for the 2024 Preventive Health Conference is ‘Building prevention success stories’. It will feature more than 30 presentations from researchers, …

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The Intervention Scalability Assessment Tool

WebThe Intervention Scalability Assessment Tool (ISAT) was developed to help practitioners, policymakers, program managers and researchers determine the scalability …

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Economic benefits of prevention

WebExamples of the economic value of prevention. Each additional kilometre walked has been estimated to result in health-related benefits that range in value from $1.04 to $2.08. …

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The role of e-health interventions in treating adolescent …

WebAdolescent overweight and obesity is a major public health issue in Australia with one in four young people above a healthy weight. The health condition is associated …

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Type 2 diabetes large-scale programs

WebBackground. Diabetes is a crucial health issue for Australia. More than 10% of Australians have diabetes or are at high risk. The burden of diabetes is compounded …

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April 2024: preventive health in the news

WebThe Guardian, 19 April 2024. Good news: midlife health is about more than a waist measurement. Here’s why. The Conversation, 19 April 2024. Falls, fractures and …

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How can we improve health messaging to reach all Australians

WebEpisode summary. Culturally and linguistically diverse people in Australia are neglected in most academic research, and health is not exempt. In this episode, we …

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How to write policy briefs

WebTo inform the audience of a new issue. Canvas different policy options. Make recommendations. Provide evidence on a specific problem or issue you know they are …

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HEAL Conference 2023: Collective action for health, environment …

WebOver three days, HEAL 2023 will deliver opportunities to discuss the leading health, climate and environmental challenges we face in Australia, the Asia-Pacific …

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