Melody Leung, PhD Candidate from the Institute for Musculoskeletal Health (University of Sydney and Sydney Local Health District), was awarded the 2026 Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA) National Student Policy Think Tank Award for a proposal inspired by findings from the SureStep implementation project. The PHAA Think Tank Competition is a national competition that encourages students to develop innovative solutions to major public health challenges. In 2026, pa

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Ana Helena Salles Dos Reis, PhD Candidate, presenting on the GACD grant, September 2025 An exciting new international research...

What better time to reflect and focus on our health than Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week (1-5 September 2025 ). This year’s theme is...

Falls continue to be a major health threat for older individuals in aged care, leading to broken bones, loss of independence, and even...

Almost 400 older Australians are admitted to hospital due to a fall every day. It may surprise you to know that falls are the leading ...

Falls and mobility issues are among the most pressing concerns for older Australians receiving aged care—both at home and in residential...