Dismissing recent SARS2 infection as a cause of new health problems flies in the face of all the mounting evidence, & basic science. Wishful thinking does not make for good public or personal health. My thoughts in The West Australian this week.

#Vaping is still on the rise despite ads targeting young Australians. Why isn't the messaging working? abc.net.au/news/2024-01-2…

Another survey finds the biggest pet peeve for people on planes are noisy kids. My pet peave? Adults shaming and berating the parents of noisy kids who are generally doing their best. #parenting #soundsoflfe #kindness #empathy #planes #airtravel

The first #AHPAevent for 2024 👇 Registration closes Monday 19th.

Looks like I missed a great event Healthway in Perth today… but happy to be in Melbourne with Donna van Bueren presenting our latest work on teen vaping to a packed house of community stakeholders at VicHealth’s Collective Impact launch.

💻 New online 6-week course exploring the role of politics and power in promoting health 💻 Designed for Australian health promotion practitioners & specialists seeking to improve their political literacy and capacity to develop healthy public policy. healthpromotion.org.au/news/ahpa-upda…

While enjoying great service at Starbucks in the USA, I’m somewhat amused I can order an iced lavender oatmeal latte or a mocha cookie crumble frappicino, but a flat white is a bit too challenging… 😂 It’s a good job I like the cinnamon caramel cream nitro cold brew! #travel

insightplus.mja.com.au/2024/18/apps-c… #vaping #PublicHealth

How #nudge theory gently persuades people to change their eating habits sc.mp/ulzzm?utm_sour… via @scmpnews

New #climatechange and #enhealth reporting framework from Australian Institute of Health and Welfare just released, relevant to Australian climate and health strategy PHAA is on Bluesky Climate and Health Alliance Croakey News The Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change see tinyurl.com/ba4f7bxj

New UK based campaign to help prevent loneliness in children. newsroom.shropshire.gov.uk/2024/06/open-u… via @shropcouncil I’ve met a lot of lonely kids,l who are suffering due to social exclusion or bullying. It’s often the good eggs too. It’s an issue that needs more attention.

Shout out to Qantas for its new domestic boarding process. I’ve criticised the old system which rewarded vocal queue jumpers, so figured I should give credit where it’s due! Abusive customers should never be rewarded. A safer and fairer system for all. 👏 #airtravel #travel

Only a few spots left at the Townsville Advocacy in Action skills based workshop on Mon 8 July at James Cook Uni. The course is being offered by PHAA is on Bluesky , Australian Health Promotion Association (AHPA) & Public Health Advocacy Institute & facilitated by Melissa Stoneham. Keen? Email [email protected] Sue Devine Northern Qld PHN Townsville HHS Richard C Franklin

Over the years I've spoken to a lot of people, usually women, about their struggles with Imposter Syndrome. I struggle with it at times too. Here's some tips - glamour.co.za/wellness/5-eas… #psychology #confidence #worklife #career

Men’s behaviour change programs are key to addressing domestic violence. Our new study shows how we can improve them theconversation.com/mens-behaviour… via The Conversation - Australia + New Zealand

#Empathy and #Inclusion – Considerations for change agents thebcc.org.au/empathy-and-in… via The Behaviour Change Collaborative

Ready to kickstart your career in health promotion? 💼 Join us to explore how internships can open doors, resume tips, access the National Job Bulletin & job search resources! 📅 27 Nov 2024 🕖 8pm AEDT | 7pm AEST | 7:30pm ACDT | 5pm AWST 📍 Online 💲 Free events.teams.microsoft.com/event/bdf00176…

🔊WA Perth Hub Members! AASM is hosting a FREE networking event this Thursday 27th February. Our guest of honour, is @LukevanderBeekethe Founding Director of The Behaviour Change Collaborative Check out the ticket link for more info! eventbrite.com.au/e/wa-hub-netwo… #AASM #socialmarketing

Less than one month left to submit your abstract for the 9th World Social Marketing Conference in Alicante, Spain — taking place 5–7 November 2025. 📍 Abstract Deadline: 23 May 2025 🎯 Direct Submission Link: bit.ly/WSMC25CALL

A quick pic op with fellow Australian Health Promotion Association (AHPA) board member Dr Belinda Lunnay at the PHAA is on Bluesky Preventative Health Conference today. #prevention2025