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Be the change you wish to see in the world.’ – Mahatma Ghandi

There are a whole range of opportunities to become involved in global health. This space is designed to help you stay informed, become involved and take action. Contact your Global Health Group (GHG) for more information.

Recently in the Global Health section:

Climate Change and Australian Medical Students

Saturday, 06 February 2010 18:02

Code Green: Climate Change

Few people are aware of the extraordinary impacts that climate change will have on health. Indeed, The Lancet heralded climate change as the "greatest global health threat of the 21st century."

In July 2009, for the first time, the Australian Medical Students' Association (AMSA) adopted formal policy on climate change. In doing so AMSA recognised the threat of climate change and the huge ramifications it holds for health. Visit AMSA online to view the:Introductory video – Climate Change and HealthAMSA Climate Change PolicyThe Short Guide to Climate Change and Health

For more information see the Code Green website

Doctors for the Environment of Australia (DEA)

DEA aims to utilise the skills of members...

Be the Change - Think Global, Act Local

Saturday, 06 February 2010 17:04

‘Be the change you wish to see in the world.’ – Mahatma Ghandi

EDUCATE, ENGAGE, EMPOWER

Global health is an immensely broad and exciting area. The extent that people suffer poor health and wellbeing can at times feel overwhelming. The 2010 Global Health Conference theme ‘Small Steps, Big Picture’ is an important reminder of our power as individuals to effect change on a global scale. As Nobel Prize winner Desmond Tutu dares us:

"Do your little bit of good where you are: It's...

Millennium Development Goals

Thursday, 09 October 2008 18:41

AMSA Global has recently added extra focus to the Millenium Development Goals.

The following articles are recent media releases from AMSA focussing on the issues of the MDGs. Please read them!
C'Mon Kevin Let's Go to 07
MDG Teaching Needed for Global Health

Asian Medical Students' Conference

Friday, 12 September 2008 17:06

AMSA is now calling for applications to attend the Asian Medical Students Association's East Asian Medical Students Conference in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from the 7th - 11th of January, 2009.

For further information, please visit the AMSA website.

MDA National Elective Essay Competition 2007

Friday, 12 September 2008 17:00

In order to assist you with funding your elective term MDA National is pleased to once again run the Elective Essay Competition.

Entrants have a chance of winning a bursary of up to $2,000.

"Part of your journey as a medical student in Australia involves undertaking a medical elective. With regard to your chosen location, tell us in 500 words how your medical elective will be a valuable experience in the course of becoming a medical practitioner."

Your essay must address the topic shown...