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Sydney Opera House Turns Blue For World Diabetes Day
13th November 2009 -
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Turning the Opera House blue is part of a global awareness campaign organised by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF).
Iconic Buildings Will Be Lit In Blue To Draw Attention To Diabetes Crisis
13th November 2009 -
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A further 344 million people are at risk of developing diabetes (pre-diabetes). If nothing is done to reverse the epidemic, IDF predicts that by 2030, 435 million people will live with the disease at a cost projected to exceed US$490 billion.
Epilepsy Queensland Celebrates 40 Years
13th November 2009 -
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Chief Executive Officer of Epilepsy Queensland, Helen Whitehead, said “We are honoured that Wally has accepted our invitation to be our Patron.
New Appointment Strengthens Nhmrc's Public Health Focus
13th November 2009 -
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Professor McCallum received the Federation Medal in 2001 for 'services to ageing' and is a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences Australia.
Health Reform Must Start With The Bush
13th November 2009 -
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“The Government’s ‘listening tour’ is winding down and the options for reform have been spelled out. Now is the time for action to begin and we want it to happen first in rural and remote areas," said Alliance Chair, Dr Jenny May.
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