Description
Dr Norman Swan wellbeing speaker sessions are led by one of Australia’s most trusted medical communicators. He is a physician, journalist and broadcaster whose clarity, credibility and compassion have made him a leading voice in public health for over three decades. Norman translates complex science into engaging, actionable insight. As a result, his work has guided Australians through health crises, lifestyle choices and the rapidly changing future of medicine.
Dr Swan co-hosts ABC Radio National’s Health Report and the acclaimed What’s That Rash podcast. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he co-hosted Coronacast, achieving millions of monthly downloads. In addition, he has appeared as a reporter and commentator on 7.30, Midday, News Breakfast and Four Corners. He has earned multiple Walkley Awards, including the prestigious Gold Walkley, plus another shared with his Coronacast colleagues in 2020. Norman also created the global documentary Invisible Enemies on pandemics and civilisation, broadcast in 27 countries.
Dr Norman Swan Wellbeing Speaker: Keynote Topics
Book Dr Norman Swan wellbeing speaker to combine decades of medical knowledge with engaging storytelling. His presentations offer audiences practical insights into health, wellbeing and the science of living better. Key topics include dealing with depression, mental health and emotional resilience, relationships and communication, wellness and wellbeing, work-life balance, early dementia signs from the body rather than the brain, and the future of healthcare.
Australia has recognised Norman’s contributions to health and science with the Medal of the Australian Academy of Science, an Honorary Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Sydney, and a Fellowship of the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences. In 2023, he was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for his service to health and science communication. Norman is also the bestselling author of So You Think You Know What’s Good For You and So You Want to Live Younger Longer, with his latest release, So You Want to Know What’s Best for Your Kids.
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