Health PR
Top 5 things I learned while interning at VIVA! Communications
As I end my time at VIVA! I can honestly say that the most profound lessons I learned were the most basic. Ask questions; keep it short; learning is life-long; time is precious so use it wisely; and, everyone has something to teach you. 1. Ask Questions It’s so easy not to take the time…
Read MoreLove Your Lungs
Team VIVA! has been working closely with Lung Foundation Australia in the lead up to this year’s Pneumonia Awareness Week, running from Monday, May 6, to Sunday May 12, 2013. Team VIVA! has been teaming with Lung Foundation Australia to urge the community to support their ‘Love Your Lungs’ campaign this Pneumonia Awareness Week, to…
Read MoreGLOBALHealthPR meets in Lisbon, Portugal to share global expertise
Managing Director Paul Jans is currently flying the VIVA! flag at the GHPR annual general meeting for all partnering companies. This year’s AGM is in Lisbon, Portugal and while the weather isn’t all that cheery in Europe, the delegates are making the most of a rare opportunity to come together and share expert knowledge on…
Read More‘Love your Lungs’ Pneumonia Awareness Week
Lung Foundation of Australia and Team VIVA! are gearing up for this year’s Pneumonia Awareness Week kicking off on Monday, May 6. This year’s theme is ‘Love Your Lungs’ and the campaign is designed to educate the general public about the seriousness of pneumonia and to encourage those in high-risk groups to talk to their…
Read MoreNDIS to provide long-term funding for those in need
Yesterday, it was announced that the Government will be increasing the Medicare Levy from 0.5% to 2% from July 2014 to partially cover the $15 million needed for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). The scheme was first recommended by the Productivity Commission in 2011 and is intended to provide funding support to Australians with…
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