Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health
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The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health is the official publication of the Public Health Association of Australia
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Last month, we marked World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day, a moment to celebrate Australia’s progress.
With HPV vaccination coverage >80% among adolescents and a strong National Cervical Screening Program, Australia is on track to eliminate cervical cancer.
- Shared by HPSIG member Huma Abdi
With HPV vaccination coverage >80% among adolescents and a strong National Cervical Screening Program, Australia is on track to eliminate cervical cancer.
- Shared by HPSIG member Huma Abdi
December 19, 2025 at 4:54 AM
Last month, we marked World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day, a moment to celebrate Australia’s progress.
With HPV vaccination coverage >80% among adolescents and a strong National Cervical Screening Program, Australia is on track to eliminate cervical cancer.
- Shared by HPSIG member Huma Abdi
With HPV vaccination coverage >80% among adolescents and a strong National Cervical Screening Program, Australia is on track to eliminate cervical cancer.
- Shared by HPSIG member Huma Abdi
ANZJPH research reaches 1.1M+ readers each year.
In 2025, our papers didn’t just get cited - they influenced policy debates, supported advocacy and made headlines on issues from kids’ e-scooter injuries to diet, vapes and vaccination.
8 standout articles (including a special issue) 👇
In 2025, our papers didn’t just get cited - they influenced policy debates, supported advocacy and made headlines on issues from kids’ e-scooter injuries to diet, vapes and vaccination.
8 standout articles (including a special issue) 👇
Eight ANZJPH articles that made headlines in 2025 : Intouch Public Health
Here are eight standout journal articles that shaped public health conversations in 2025.
intouchpublichealth.net.au
December 18, 2025 at 11:24 PM
ANZJPH research reaches 1.1M+ readers each year.
In 2025, our papers didn’t just get cited - they influenced policy debates, supported advocacy and made headlines on issues from kids’ e-scooter injuries to diet, vapes and vaccination.
8 standout articles (including a special issue) 👇
In 2025, our papers didn’t just get cited - they influenced policy debates, supported advocacy and made headlines on issues from kids’ e-scooter injuries to diet, vapes and vaccination.
8 standout articles (including a special issue) 👇
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‘We extend our deepest condolences to the victims – who were specifically targeted in this terror attack – and to their families and loved ones. Australians should be able to gather, celebrate and practise their faith without fear of gun violence.’
Excellent 10 point plan❗️
Excellent 10 point plan❗️
We're a founding member of the Aust Gun Safety Alliance, which has issued a joint call for urgent firearm reform following the Bondi tragedy.
We must build on the original lifesaving framework from 1996, and address its current shortcomings.
www.gunsafetyalliance.org.au/updates/gun-...
We must build on the original lifesaving framework from 1996, and address its current shortcomings.
www.gunsafetyalliance.org.au/updates/gun-...
Gun Safety Advocates Support a Ten-Point Plan for Firearm Reform
Australia’s leading public-health, community-safety and firearm-harm prevention organisations today issued a joint call for urgent reform of Australia’s firearms laws...
www.gunsafetyalliance.org.au
December 17, 2025 at 5:48 AM
‘We extend our deepest condolences to the victims – who were specifically targeted in this terror attack – and to their families and loved ones. Australians should be able to gather, celebrate and practise their faith without fear of gun violence.’
Excellent 10 point plan❗️
Excellent 10 point plan❗️
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☀️ Heatwave Alert ⚠️
Heatwave conditions are predicted for large parts of Australia this week. Extreme heat is known as Australia's 'silent killer', so it’s important to take steps to protect your health.
Read our heat and health fact sheet to learn more: www.dea.org.au/heat_and_hea...
Heatwave conditions are predicted for large parts of Australia this week. Extreme heat is known as Australia's 'silent killer', so it’s important to take steps to protect your health.
Read our heat and health fact sheet to learn more: www.dea.org.au/heat_and_hea...
December 18, 2025 at 1:58 AM
☀️ Heatwave Alert ⚠️
Heatwave conditions are predicted for large parts of Australia this week. Extreme heat is known as Australia's 'silent killer', so it’s important to take steps to protect your health.
Read our heat and health fact sheet to learn more: www.dea.org.au/heat_and_hea...
Heatwave conditions are predicted for large parts of Australia this week. Extreme heat is known as Australia's 'silent killer', so it’s important to take steps to protect your health.
Read our heat and health fact sheet to learn more: www.dea.org.au/heat_and_hea...
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#OneHealthResearch 🚨
New scoping review on climate & arboviruses in Australia:
📊 30 studies analysed
🌏 Inland regions included
🌡️ Temperature–infection link varied by region
👉 Highlights need to enhance human & 🦟 vector surveillance
#RossRiverVirus #BarmahForestvirus
New scoping review on climate & arboviruses in Australia:
📊 30 studies analysed
🌏 Inland regions included
🌡️ Temperature–infection link varied by region
👉 Highlights need to enhance human & 🦟 vector surveillance
#RossRiverVirus #BarmahForestvirus
December 18, 2025 at 3:27 AM
#OneHealthResearch 🚨
New scoping review on climate & arboviruses in Australia:
📊 30 studies analysed
🌏 Inland regions included
🌡️ Temperature–infection link varied by region
👉 Highlights need to enhance human & 🦟 vector surveillance
#RossRiverVirus #BarmahForestvirus
New scoping review on climate & arboviruses in Australia:
📊 30 studies analysed
🌏 Inland regions included
🌡️ Temperature–infection link varied by region
👉 Highlights need to enhance human & 🦟 vector surveillance
#RossRiverVirus #BarmahForestvirus
New in ANZJPH 🦟 Scoping review out now on how temperature affects Ross River & Barmah Forest virus notifications in Australia. Timely reminder to protect yourself from mozzies this summer.
Paper 👉 doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
Media 👉 www.phaa.net.au/Web/Web/News...
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Paper 👉 doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
Media 👉 www.phaa.net.au/Web/Web/News...
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December 17, 2025 at 4:19 AM
New in ANZJPH 🦟 Scoping review out now on how temperature affects Ross River & Barmah Forest virus notifications in Australia. Timely reminder to protect yourself from mozzies this summer.
Paper 👉 doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
Media 👉 www.phaa.net.au/Web/Web/News...
@publichealthaus.bsky.social
Paper 👉 doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
Media 👉 www.phaa.net.au/Web/Web/News...
@publichealthaus.bsky.social
New in ANZJPH: Research from the University of Auckland found at 1 in 8 NZ teens reported unwanted sexual experiences.
Read the Radio New Zealand article below, or check out the research here: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#PublicHealth @publichealthaus.bsky.social
Read the Radio New Zealand article below, or check out the research here: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#PublicHealth @publichealthaus.bsky.social
'Incredibly concerning': One in eight teens report unwanted sexual experiences - study
The survey found sexual violence rates were highest against Māori and Pacific teens, gender-diverse youth, and those in the poorest schools.
www.rnz.co.nz
December 11, 2025 at 10:45 PM
New in ANZJPH: Research from the University of Auckland found at 1 in 8 NZ teens reported unwanted sexual experiences.
Read the Radio New Zealand article below, or check out the research here: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#PublicHealth @publichealthaus.bsky.social
Read the Radio New Zealand article below, or check out the research here: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#PublicHealth @publichealthaus.bsky.social
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Victorian Government faces avalanche of opposition over its move against VicHealth www.croakey.org/victorian-go... #publichealth
Victorian Government faces avalanche of opposition over its move against VicHealth
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December 8, 2025 at 6:04 AM
Victorian Government faces avalanche of opposition over its move against VicHealth www.croakey.org/victorian-go... #publichealth
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Statement: Closing #VicHealth is backward & will make more people sick.
We implore the VIC Gov to not close the door on the world's 1st health promotion foundation.
Economic hard heads like Productivity Commission are urging investment in prevention, not cuts.
www.phaa.net.au/Web/News/Med...
We implore the VIC Gov to not close the door on the world's 1st health promotion foundation.
Economic hard heads like Productivity Commission are urging investment in prevention, not cuts.
www.phaa.net.au/Web/News/Med...
December 4, 2025 at 6:10 AM
Statement: Closing #VicHealth is backward & will make more people sick.
We implore the VIC Gov to not close the door on the world's 1st health promotion foundation.
Economic hard heads like Productivity Commission are urging investment in prevention, not cuts.
www.phaa.net.au/Web/News/Med...
We implore the VIC Gov to not close the door on the world's 1st health promotion foundation.
Economic hard heads like Productivity Commission are urging investment in prevention, not cuts.
www.phaa.net.au/Web/News/Med...
The number of older Australians with a mental-health condition using home care has sharply increased.
Experts say this is straining an already stretched aged-care system and are calling for improved staff training and integrated care.
Read the letter: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#PublicHealth
Experts say this is straining an already stretched aged-care system and are calling for improved staff training and integrated care.
Read the letter: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#PublicHealth
December 2, 2025 at 10:17 PM
The number of older Australians with a mental-health condition using home care has sharply increased.
Experts say this is straining an already stretched aged-care system and are calling for improved staff training and integrated care.
Read the letter: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#PublicHealth
Experts say this is straining an already stretched aged-care system and are calling for improved staff training and integrated care.
Read the letter: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#PublicHealth
While the risk in Australia is low, TB is a major global killer.
A new letter published in ANZJPH calls for high-risk groups, including refugees, asylum seekers, and other migrants, to have access to a Medicare funded QuantiFERON-TB (QFT) test.
🔗 doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#PublicHealth
A new letter published in ANZJPH calls for high-risk groups, including refugees, asylum seekers, and other migrants, to have access to a Medicare funded QuantiFERON-TB (QFT) test.
🔗 doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#PublicHealth
December 1, 2025 at 1:23 AM
While the risk in Australia is low, TB is a major global killer.
A new letter published in ANZJPH calls for high-risk groups, including refugees, asylum seekers, and other migrants, to have access to a Medicare funded QuantiFERON-TB (QFT) test.
🔗 doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#PublicHealth
A new letter published in ANZJPH calls for high-risk groups, including refugees, asylum seekers, and other migrants, to have access to a Medicare funded QuantiFERON-TB (QFT) test.
🔗 doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#PublicHealth
Early childhood shapes lifelong movement habits.
NZ’s Movement-Active-Physical-Play pilot showed the program is feasible and well received, but didn’t clearly increase activity - highlighting the need for more research and stronger evidence.
📄 doi.org/10.1016/j.an... #PublicHealth
NZ’s Movement-Active-Physical-Play pilot showed the program is feasible and well received, but didn’t clearly increase activity - highlighting the need for more research and stronger evidence.
📄 doi.org/10.1016/j.an... #PublicHealth
November 27, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Early childhood shapes lifelong movement habits.
NZ’s Movement-Active-Physical-Play pilot showed the program is feasible and well received, but didn’t clearly increase activity - highlighting the need for more research and stronger evidence.
📄 doi.org/10.1016/j.an... #PublicHealth
NZ’s Movement-Active-Physical-Play pilot showed the program is feasible and well received, but didn’t clearly increase activity - highlighting the need for more research and stronger evidence.
📄 doi.org/10.1016/j.an... #PublicHealth
Australian oncologist Ranjana Srivastava reflects on the rise of fraudulent journal papers and paper mills, and their role in spreading misinformation. As AI takes off - this opinion piece is a timely reminder of the importance of credible, peer-reviewed science and journals.
Doing your own research isn’t a bad thing, I tell my patients. But just how will they spot the fraudulent papers? | Ranjana Srivastava
While every self-aware doctor knows no one is an expert on everything, the average person turning to the internet cannot distinguish evidence from gloss
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November 25, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Australian oncologist Ranjana Srivastava reflects on the rise of fraudulent journal papers and paper mills, and their role in spreading misinformation. As AI takes off - this opinion piece is a timely reminder of the importance of credible, peer-reviewed science and journals.
The first 1,000 days shape lifelong health.
INFANT’s free app + group sessions give parents evidence-based support.
A new ANZJPH paper published today captures the program's reach in Victoria.
An example of how effective interventions can be scaled up.
Study: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
INFANT’s free app + group sessions give parents evidence-based support.
A new ANZJPH paper published today captures the program's reach in Victoria.
An example of how effective interventions can be scaled up.
Study: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
Supporting families to raise healthy kids: The INFANT program : Intouch Public Health
Anyone who has endured a high chair standoff over food, or battled nap time with an exhausted child, will know that raising a baby is not for the faint hearted.
intouchpublichealth.net.au
November 25, 2025 at 8:23 PM
The first 1,000 days shape lifelong health.
INFANT’s free app + group sessions give parents evidence-based support.
A new ANZJPH paper published today captures the program's reach in Victoria.
An example of how effective interventions can be scaled up.
Study: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
INFANT’s free app + group sessions give parents evidence-based support.
A new ANZJPH paper published today captures the program's reach in Victoria.
An example of how effective interventions can be scaled up.
Study: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
Who is influencing Australia’s food sector?
A new study maps major investors and the companies where they hold sizeable stakes. Most didn’t disclose nutrition policies, and many voted against related #PublicHealth proposals.
📄 doi.org/10.1016/j.an.... @publichealthaus.bsky.social
A new study maps major investors and the companies where they hold sizeable stakes. Most didn’t disclose nutrition policies, and many voted against related #PublicHealth proposals.
📄 doi.org/10.1016/j.an.... @publichealthaus.bsky.social
November 23, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Who is influencing Australia’s food sector?
A new study maps major investors and the companies where they hold sizeable stakes. Most didn’t disclose nutrition policies, and many voted against related #PublicHealth proposals.
📄 doi.org/10.1016/j.an.... @publichealthaus.bsky.social
A new study maps major investors and the companies where they hold sizeable stakes. Most didn’t disclose nutrition policies, and many voted against related #PublicHealth proposals.
📄 doi.org/10.1016/j.an.... @publichealthaus.bsky.social
💡Australia's CDC is coming in Jan - this Letter to the Editor argues that now is the time to map Australia's applied #epidemiology workforce, to improve our health security.
doi.org/10.1016/j.an... #PublicHealth @publichealthaus.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1016/j.an... #PublicHealth @publichealthaus.bsky.social
November 19, 2025 at 12:20 AM
💡Australia's CDC is coming in Jan - this Letter to the Editor argues that now is the time to map Australia's applied #epidemiology workforce, to improve our health security.
doi.org/10.1016/j.an... #PublicHealth @publichealthaus.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1016/j.an... #PublicHealth @publichealthaus.bsky.social
Over 4 billion people live with H. pylori, yet screening is often missing from refugee & migrant health assessments.
This letter to the editor argues that a simple one-time test could reduce disease, costs & late diagnoses.
🔗https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anzjph.2025.100271
This letter to the editor argues that a simple one-time test could reduce disease, costs & late diagnoses.
🔗https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anzjph.2025.100271
November 16, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Over 4 billion people live with H. pylori, yet screening is often missing from refugee & migrant health assessments.
This letter to the editor argues that a simple one-time test could reduce disease, costs & late diagnoses.
🔗https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anzjph.2025.100271
This letter to the editor argues that a simple one-time test could reduce disease, costs & late diagnoses.
🔗https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anzjph.2025.100271
From December, new laws will restrict social media use for under-16s.
In a recent correspondence in ANZJPH, Sandersan Onie & Lyndsay Brown of the Black Dog Institute argued for a platform-agnostic, feature-based regulatory framework.
doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
In a recent correspondence in ANZJPH, Sandersan Onie & Lyndsay Brown of the Black Dog Institute argued for a platform-agnostic, feature-based regulatory framework.
doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
November 14, 2025 at 12:28 AM
From December, new laws will restrict social media use for under-16s.
In a recent correspondence in ANZJPH, Sandersan Onie & Lyndsay Brown of the Black Dog Institute argued for a platform-agnostic, feature-based regulatory framework.
doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
In a recent correspondence in ANZJPH, Sandersan Onie & Lyndsay Brown of the Black Dog Institute argued for a platform-agnostic, feature-based regulatory framework.
doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
SBS reports on new research led by Dr Damian Maganja @georgeinstitute.bsky.social, published today in ANZJPH.
The study highlights that some supermarket products may still contain trans fats, despite international efforts to eliminate them from the food supply.
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The study highlights that some supermarket products may still contain trans fats, despite international efforts to eliminate them from the food supply.
@publichealthaus.bsky.social
The 'incredibly toxic' hidden ingredient experts want banned from our supermarkets
Researchers analysed 28,000 products stocked in Australian supermarkets. Here's what they found.
www.sbs.com.au
November 11, 2025 at 9:59 PM
SBS reports on new research led by Dr Damian Maganja @georgeinstitute.bsky.social, published today in ANZJPH.
The study highlights that some supermarket products may still contain trans fats, despite international efforts to eliminate them from the food supply.
@publichealthaus.bsky.social
The study highlights that some supermarket products may still contain trans fats, despite international efforts to eliminate them from the food supply.
@publichealthaus.bsky.social
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#Alcohol cut backs don't dry out #tourism, researchers say. Prof Tanya Chikritzhs from the National Drug Research Institute says her research shows that reducing alcohol availability, didn’t damage tourism. "Controlling sales could improve a destination’s image," she says. More: shorturl.at/xxkUQ
November 11, 2025 at 4:53 AM
#Alcohol cut backs don't dry out #tourism, researchers say. Prof Tanya Chikritzhs from the National Drug Research Institute says her research shows that reducing alcohol availability, didn’t damage tourism. "Controlling sales could improve a destination’s image," she says. More: shorturl.at/xxkUQ
In Australia, pregnant women are offered three vaccines - for whooping cough (pertussis), influenza & RSV.
All are free and safe, yet uptake still varies.
This ANZJPH commentary looks at what’s next for improving maternal vaccination: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#Vaccination #PublicHealth
All are free and safe, yet uptake still varies.
This ANZJPH commentary looks at what’s next for improving maternal vaccination: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#Vaccination #PublicHealth
November 10, 2025 at 2:37 AM
In Australia, pregnant women are offered three vaccines - for whooping cough (pertussis), influenza & RSV.
All are free and safe, yet uptake still varies.
This ANZJPH commentary looks at what’s next for improving maternal vaccination: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#Vaccination #PublicHealth
All are free and safe, yet uptake still varies.
This ANZJPH commentary looks at what’s next for improving maternal vaccination: doi.org/10.1016/j.an...
#Vaccination #PublicHealth
Strong surveillance for acute flaccid paralysis is vital to detect any polio cases.
ACT data show gaps in case reporting.
Researchers say clinician awareness and stronger reporting systems are key to maintaining Australia’s polio-free status.
Read in ANZJPH: doi.org/10.1016/j.an... #PublicHealth
ACT data show gaps in case reporting.
Researchers say clinician awareness and stronger reporting systems are key to maintaining Australia’s polio-free status.
Read in ANZJPH: doi.org/10.1016/j.an... #PublicHealth
November 7, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Strong surveillance for acute flaccid paralysis is vital to detect any polio cases.
ACT data show gaps in case reporting.
Researchers say clinician awareness and stronger reporting systems are key to maintaining Australia’s polio-free status.
Read in ANZJPH: doi.org/10.1016/j.an... #PublicHealth
ACT data show gaps in case reporting.
Researchers say clinician awareness and stronger reporting systems are key to maintaining Australia’s polio-free status.
Read in ANZJPH: doi.org/10.1016/j.an... #PublicHealth
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The two bills to establish the Australian Centre for Disease Control #AusCDC passed Parliament this morning.
Thank you @markbutlermp.bsky.social, Minister for Health and Ageining, for delivering on the ALP's election promise.
Minister's statement: shorturl.at/ELJj3
#PublicHealth
Thank you @markbutlermp.bsky.social, Minister for Health and Ageining, for delivering on the ALP's election promise.
Minister's statement: shorturl.at/ELJj3
#PublicHealth
November 5, 2025 at 11:57 PM
The two bills to establish the Australian Centre for Disease Control #AusCDC passed Parliament this morning.
Thank you @markbutlermp.bsky.social, Minister for Health and Ageining, for delivering on the ALP's election promise.
Minister's statement: shorturl.at/ELJj3
#PublicHealth
Thank you @markbutlermp.bsky.social, Minister for Health and Ageining, for delivering on the ALP's election promise.
Minister's statement: shorturl.at/ELJj3
#PublicHealth
New commentary: "Prevention Pays"
Economic & health experts argue Gov can boost the economy, reduce healthcare costs & improve Australians’ wellbeing by dramatically increasing & transforming spending on preventive health.
🔗https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1326020025000652
Economic & health experts argue Gov can boost the economy, reduce healthcare costs & improve Australians’ wellbeing by dramatically increasing & transforming spending on preventive health.
🔗https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1326020025000652
November 5, 2025 at 5:35 AM
New commentary: "Prevention Pays"
Economic & health experts argue Gov can boost the economy, reduce healthcare costs & improve Australians’ wellbeing by dramatically increasing & transforming spending on preventive health.
🔗https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1326020025000652
Economic & health experts argue Gov can boost the economy, reduce healthcare costs & improve Australians’ wellbeing by dramatically increasing & transforming spending on preventive health.
🔗https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1326020025000652
"But the message from the current research is clear – controlling alcohol sales need not be bad for business. They may even bring mutual benefit and support long-term, sustainable growth in tourism" - Prof Tanya Chikritzhs reflects on her recent research published in ANZJPH.
Alcohol cut backs don’t dry out tourism, research finds : Intouch Public Health
Tourists don’t only seek nightlife or an alcohol-centred experience.
intouchpublichealth.net.au
November 3, 2025 at 4:29 AM
"But the message from the current research is clear – controlling alcohol sales need not be bad for business. They may even bring mutual benefit and support long-term, sustainable growth in tourism" - Prof Tanya Chikritzhs reflects on her recent research published in ANZJPH.