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On Wednesday September 13, Rotarians from across Western Australia gathered for Australian Rotary Health’s inaugural Lifting the Lid: Mental Health and Our Kids community forum - to discuss this important issue at the University Club in Perth. Organised by both West Australian Rotary Districts and generously sponsored by the Perron [...]
By Di and Kenneth Hall Three of the stars of Les Miserables Australia came together in Tamworth on 5th August to present Epiphanies – a celebration of our struggles and hopes through some of the great melodies of musical theatre. They played two performances both of which were sold out and received a standing [...]
Knitting Beanies raises funds for Mental Health Research By Caroline Rickard I am sure that in your lifetime you have known people that struggle with mental health issues and it is becoming more evident now we are talking more openly and acknowledging the importance of sharing our inner most thoughts. We can see [...]
An Intervention for Mothers Experiencing Postnatal Emotional Distress A study funded by Australian Rotary Health (ARH) that examines an intervention for mothers experiencing postnatal emotional distress, shows potential in encouraging more women to seek help. 40 Maternal and Child Health Nurses (MCHNs) from three Victorian towns were recruited to the trial, [...]
Investigating the Link Between Sleep and Mental Health In today’s society it’s easy to underestimate the importance of a good night’s sleep, particularly with life’s perpetuating demands. However, getting too much or not enough sleep can not only lead to serious health problems, but can also impact mood, learning, productivity, [...]
Fine-Tuning Accessibility to Body Image Interventions While we know that mental health problems are common in young people, it tends to be quite a “hidden” problem. This is a notion Associate Professor Susan Byrne has become quite familiar with in her 25 years working in the field of mental health. [...]
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of PP Rob Henry, who will always be remembered for his contribution and dedication to Australian Rotary Health. Rob was a member of the Rotary Club of Boronia in District 9810 and became the driving force behind the ‘Ride for Research [...]
Australian Rotary Health Addresses Mental Health Funding Gap teen Mental Health First Aid is a classroom training program for high-school students in Years 10-12 to learn how to support a friend who has mental health problems. teen Mental Health First Aid involves learning to use an action plan over 3 class sessions: The [...]
Please note that stages 1, 2 & 3 of the Muster for Mental Health have been deferred until 2018 The Muster for Mental Health was launched at the 70th Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Mornington, the birth place of Australian Rotary Health. By the cut-off date for registrations for drives [...]
Australian Rotary Health Chairman Jeff Crofts launches the Muster for Mental Health Chris Crewther MP speaking on behalf of Health Ministers Hon Greg Hunt Past President Don Gordon with President John Parkinson cutting the cake Rotary Club of Mornington Birthday Luncheon and Muster Launch On [...]
