In the media

A report publishing the findings and recommendations of an Australian Senate inquiry into the impact of microplastics and other toxics on human health recognises that plastic pollution is not only an environmental concern but...

The NSW government is assessing plans to apply a road-user charge to electric vehicles. However, at the electric vehicle inquiry transport and health, experts warned against an electric vehicle tax as it could slow...

The defining health challenge of the 21st century is climate change as the health impacts are already affecting people across South Australia and the world.

Whilst rates of climate distress rise within children and teenagers, the mandatory sustainability teaching in classrooms that can be confronting and complex is often left to overworked teacher with little support. Experience in different...

A ban on PFAS in personal care products and cosmetics has been flagged as a priority by an Australian Senate inquiry into the health impacts of toxic substances, including micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs).

An open letter addresses climate anxiety among children and how schools can offer them valuable opportunities for learning about climate change. 

DEA joined the RANZCP, the Black Dog Institute, and others in signing an open letter warning children's concerns about climate change should not be pathologised as an anxiety disorder when it is often a...

Every week, Doctors for the Environment Australia member Dr. Marianne Cannon witnesses the expenses of hot and cold homes in emergency rooms.  Marianne explains why Australia's best energy security policy begins at the front...

Renew magazine looks at what the options are for communities to protect themselves from harmful smoke entering homes during a bushfire. Doctors for the Environment Australia Air Pollution group convenor Dr Ben Ewald explains...

As DEA turns 25, NewsGP looks at the landmark moments of the 25 year old organisation and how it continues to play a vital role in linking environmental issues to human health.