Fiona Stanley

In a compelling discussion, Professor Fiona Stanley, a distinguished epidemiologist and former Australian of the Year, delves into the controversy surrounding cancelled hospital events on children and war. She expresses dismay over the cancellations, emphasizing the need for healthcare professionals to engage with issues affecting children in conflict zones. Fiona highlights the impact of political pressure on hospitals, the importance of these conversations for medical advocacy, and how such discussions can shape responses to humanitarian crises.

Prominent epidemiologist Professor Fiona Stanley discusses improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, emphasizing the need for Indigenous perspectives. Topics include closing the gap initiatives, impact of COVID-19 on Indigenous communities, intergenerational trauma effects, early childhood's influence on lifelong health, and advocating for better government consultation and funding for essential services.