Two years ago today, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a pandemic. Today, ACEM acknowledges the tireless and ongoing efforts of healthcare workers across the world to manage the effects of COVID-19 on health systems, and remembers all lives that have been lost to COVID-19.

“Doctors like me will bear witness to the rising harm and death toll in the decades to come. I don't want to see my patients and community suffer when clear solutions to the #Climatecrisis are at hand,” ~ DEA member GP Dr Michelle Hamrosi #TogetherWeCan #ForHealthsSake

High-income countries have administered 13 times more #COVID19 vaccine doses per person than low-income countries. Vaccines developed with public money must be used equitably for the public good.

We report on a service for people living with younger-onset dementia @NWMentalHealth Professor Mark Walterfang Wendy Kelso den vel

mRNA vaccines are highly effective in preventing covid-19 associated hospital admissions related to the alpha, delta, and omicron variants. But three doses are needed to achieve a similar level of protection against omicron, finds a large US study bmj.com/content/376/bm…

"At least a third to half of our patients say their sleep is worse than it was before they got COVID-19." Head of Department of Respiratory and Sleep Medicine, Dr Megan Rees spoke to ABC Science about sleep disturbances seen in post-COVID patients. ab.co/3D6lOlK

Thank you so much to everyone so far who has switched off for #EarthHour2022 💙🌏 We'd love to hear how you spent your #EarthHour this year🕯💭

Today is @NeighbourDay, a day to celebrate community. It’s a reminder to connect with those who live in our neighbourhood, particularly anyone who might be experiencing loneliness. For ideas on supporting your neighbours, visit bit.ly/3qBTvqq #NeighbourDay2022

1 in 3 women worldwide has directly experienced violence. The United Nations is working with governments to strengthen laws & regulations to better protect women & girls. We must end the scourge of gender-based violence now.

Organ donations can transform people's lives and many Australians say they would donate theirs, but the number of people putting their names on a national register has stagnated. Some are calling for a rethink. ab.co/3qAWOOj

After two years of relatively low levels of transmission, this year’s flu season is expected to be more severe, with cases already presenting to hospital. Associate Professor Megan Rees explains how getting the flu jab is the best way to protect yourself and those around you.

Join our great multidisciplinary team at InnerWest AMHS / The Royal Melbourne Hospital as part of our Consultant Psychiatrist group committed to high quality and compassionate care for consumers with mental health issues. melbournehealth.mercury.com.au/ViewPosition.a…

"Their batteries can no longer charge to 100% now" Many people are now experiencing post-COVID symptoms. RMH Head of Respiratory A/Prof Megan Rees answered listener questions as part of ABC Radio National's Life Matters program. You can listen back here: abc.net.au/radionational/…

Primary care is the backbone of the Australian health system. Urgent reform is required to improve health outcomes and create sustainable careers. smh.com.au/national/i-m-t…

Social isolation is such a crucial issue to consider in mental & physical health ❤️

I cannot over-emphasise what an incredible positive impact vaccines have had in preventing severe disease. It is now rare to see people with respiratory complications from Covid. What is important now is encouraging boosters in the remaining older adults who are yet to have one.

There’s no excuse as an academic and “specialist” to manipulate data to create a false and disparaging narrative about general practice. GPs are the backbone of mental health care rb.gy/rfqhe9 @racgp Ian Hickie Sebastian Rosenberg Mark Butler MP

Are you eligible for COVID-19 antivirals?💊 Medicines to prevent severe illness and hospitalisation from COVID-19 are now available. For more information and eligibility criteria, visit: coronavirus.vic.gov.au/covid-19-medic…

The AMA and RACGP have joined together, writing to the Minister for Health to reinforce the critical role of GPs in providing high quality mental health care and backing this with evidence. Constructive and informed input is critical to achieving better support for patients.

Your voice matters. Your story matters. Your dream matters. Young people all around the world are speaking out & fighting for their ideas to build a better world for all. On #YouthDay, let them inspire you to speak out! ✌️ on.unesco.org/YouthDay✌️