Driving change in osteoarthritis - strategies, barriers and consumer power with Louise Hardy
Joint ActionShow Notes
For too long, people living with osteoarthritis have felt powerless - like there’s nothing they can do to influence change. But that couldn’t be further from the truth.
In this powerful episode, Prof. David Hunter is joined by Louise Hardy, Director of Policy and Advocacy at Arthritis Australia, to explore how individuals can use their voice to drive meaningful change - especially in the lead-up to the Australian federal election.
Louise shares practical ways you can support better care, fairer funding, and more accessible services for the 7 million Australians living with arthritis. They discuss the importance of community-led advocacy, out-of-pocket costs, gaps in clinical care, and how you can be part of the solution, today.
Whether you live in Australia or abroad, this episode offers a roadmap for how your voice can make a difference - starting now.
RESOURCES
Take action by emailing your local MP via the Arthritis Australia microsite: https://arthritisaus.good.do/election25/Act-Now-25/ Join the Arthritis Australia Champions program: https://arthritisaustralia.com.au/get-involved/arthritis-champions/ Learn more about Arthritis Australia initiatives: https://arthritisaustralia.com.au/
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