6 August 2007 - The International Obesity Taskforce (IOTF) has recently developed a set of principles to guide national and trans-national action on changing food and beverage marketing practices that target children. The first draft of principles was launched at the International Congress on Obesity in Sydney in September 2006 and, following feedback from delegates, a global consultation on the second draft of these 'Sydney Principles' was conducted from November 2006 to April 2007. The outcome of the global consultation and the final Sydney Principles are now available (see attachment), and will soon be published in an international journal.

Refer to www.iotf.org/sydneyprinciples for more details, including a summary of responses from the global consultation.

6 August 2007 - Inspirational Journeys award program for diabetes healthcare professionals

'Inspirational Journeys' seeks to recognise the 'unsung heroes' who are working hard every day to care for people with diabetes. They include diabetes educators, indigenous health workers, GPs, podiatrists and psychologists, to name but a few. They are passionate about their work and go above and beyond the call of duty to achieve the best possible outcomes for their patients. The award program asks health professionals to nominate their inspiring peers for a chance to receive a $1,000 award.

Go to www.inspirationaljourneys.com.au to find out more

4 August 2007 - National Review of Transitional Care towards identifying the issues facing both young adults with type 1 diabetes and their health care professionals.

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1 August 2007 - New Pharmacy Alliance report released 'Understanding why Australians with type 2 diabetes are not achieving treatment targets.'

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