While the adverse impacts of climate crises on vulnerable groups such as the elderly and those with pre-existing medical conditions are clearer, the climate related impacts on maternal and child health are well less understood.

Humans are social beings. Being part of a social group provides us with important psychological resources to support our health – giving us a sense of belonging, purpose, self-esteem and support.

The cumulative effects of ongoing disasters in Australia is leading to first time domestic violence offences, experts advise, and it is children who are among the worst affected.

An international collaboration of health care professionals established in the pandemic is creating ripples as it inspires new ideas and global expansion.

Associate Professor Rosemary Korda and a multi-disciplinary research team from ANU to investigate the benefits of telehealth in the primary health care setting.