In the media

The Australian climate is becoming increasingly dangerous, as evidenced by the rise in emergency department visits for heat-related cardiovascular incidents and the growing incidence of suicides linked to the mental health effects of extreme...

Although climate change was mentioned during the 2025 ABC Leaders Debate, the detrimental effects of a warming climate on public health have not been a significant focus in the election campaign. It is imperative...

Médecins Sans Frontières Australia (MSF) and Doctors for the Environment Australia (DEA) have issued an open letter to all candidates in the federal election, urging them to take action on climate change to safeguard...

In recent weeks, numerous Australians have participated in various community forums focused on climate and health, organised by Doctors for the Environment Australia in key electoral districts nationwide. Croakey readers can gain further insights...

Nuclear energy emerged as a prominent subject during a recent public forum at Curtin; however, Tom White, the candidate representing the sole party in favour of its implementation, was absent from the discussion to...

Croakey Health Media highlights two recent publications that emphasize the critical need for climate action in relation to health: 1. A comprehensive assessment of the Australian health system's role in the nation's overall greenhouse...

Local health experts are calling on politicians to take into account the effects of climate change on the health of Western Australians as the Federal Election approaches. Western Australia has recently experienced its hottest...

As the federal election approaches, various health organizations and leaders have been actively striving to enhance community involvement and raise awareness about significant climate-related health issues. Despite these efforts, the lack of response from...

Doctors for the Environment Australia and Healthy Futures co-hosted a meet the candidates forum in Warnambool, focussing on health and a changing environment.  

Climate change exacerbates extreme weather and communities in Southeast Queensland and Northern Rivers are experiencing more disasters, more often, hindering recovery and compounding trauma writes Dr. Kate Wylie, GP and Executive Director of Doctors...