{"id":640,"date":"2024-10-04T14:30:51","date_gmt":"2024-10-04T04:30:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/health-main.local\/?page_id=640"},"modified":"2024-11-29T01:23:25","modified_gmt":"2024-11-28T15:23:25","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/healthand.com\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The company behind Health&<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The demand for accessible and engaging health education content has never been higher, driven by the need for clear communication between healthcare providers, patients, and the broader community. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health& – formerly known as Sonoa Health – offers high-quality, broadly appealing educational content that transforms complex medical information into easily understood visual narratives, animations<\/a> and health articles created exclusively by a leading team of medical professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We’ve reimagined health information, placing you firmly in control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, welcome to a space where your health journey is recognised as unique. Accessible to everyone, regardless of background, age, or circumstance. Health& is your trusted source to navigate your way through the jargon and obstacles of health information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our health content has been trusted since 2015 by health insurance companies, clinical practices and health community networks to foster health literacy and engage consumers in prevention. Discover our medically verified media library today.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Meet our dynamic leadership team<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our leadership team is entrepreneurial, energetic, and resourceful. Committed to empowering every team member, they encourage diverse voices and contributions within the organisation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Bob Biddle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

MBA (Melb), FCPHR, FAIDH, AFACHSM<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CHAIR AND FOUNDER<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr Louise Schaper<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

PhD, FIAHSI, FAIDH, CHIA, BScOT(Hons)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CEO AND CO-FOUNDER<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr Piraveen Pirakalathanan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

MBBS, FRACMA, MPH, MBA, BMedSc, PGDip(Anatomy), GAICD<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MEDICAL DIRECTOR<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Tom Palmieri<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

CPA, BCom (Accounting & Finance)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FINANCE DIRECTOR<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Richard Bailey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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CREATIVE DIRECTOR<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Anna Gilbert<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

BB&A Media Studies, Dip Visual Arts, BB Marketing, Google Ads Cert & Meta Accred<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MARKETING DIRECTOR<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Comprising over 100 skilled professionals, our diverse team includes medical academics, doctors, scientists, animators, illustrators, storytellers, musicians, voice-over artists, software engineers, ICT experts, platform designers, systems engineers, data analysts, lawyers, quality assurance specialists, and social media experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our mission was clear: create a prevention-focused resource to enhance participation, engage individuals in preventive care, boost access and enhance health literacy. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Foundational medical advisory board<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Each professor has received an Order of Australia for their contribution to medicine and is a recognised leader both locally and internationally. It\u2019s their invaluable knowledge that is being brought to you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Professor Leon Piterman AM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Professor Gab Kovacs AM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Professor Hatem Salem AM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Professor John Murtagh AO<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Professor Ian Meredith AM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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Professor Geoffrey Metz AM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

MBBS (Hons), MD, FRACP, FRCP (UK)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Professor Henry Burger AO<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

FAA, MBBS, MD, FRCP, FRACP, FCP (SA), FRCOG, FRANZCOG, Hon.Doct (Liege, Belgium), LL.D (h.c. Monash)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Healthspan, the heart of Health&<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our story begins in 2015, fuelled by a vision to revolutionise healthcare \u2013 shifting the focus from treatment to prevention, and paving the way for healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives. Health& was born from the desire to empower individuals like you to take charge of your well-being and redefine the narrative of your health journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Health& leads the charge to prioritise healthspan – a revolution that is poised to become a widespread, global movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our focus is on democratising healthspan, ensuring that all people have access to the latest cutting-edge research and actionable, personalised health advice that helps them make decisions that can enhance their health, wellbeing, and on maximising healthy years over mere lifespan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As our journey unfolded, the significance of our vision became increasingly apparent, especially during the unprecedented times of the COVID-19 outbreak. With medical resources stretched thin, a surge in demand for alternative yet credible and professional health care information emerged. In this atmosphere of uncertainty, the need for a solution like Health& became more crucial than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our narrative is one of evolution, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of a better, more inclusive approach to health. It’s a testament to the belief that everyone deserves seamless access to understandable health information to reclaim control over their well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us in shaping a future without preventable chronic and debilitating disease.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Health& revolution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Health& we’re not just transforming health literacy, we’re revolutionising it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Embracing prevention<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In a world where health challenges are becoming more prevalent, we understand the power of prevention. With 50% of Australians grappling with chronic diseases, 67% facing weight concerns, and 63% of GP visits tied to mental health, it’s time to take proactive steps. Our comprehensive suite of preventive health information, promotes health literacy to stay one step ahead of preventable health conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Your knowledge is your power<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At Health&, we believe in putting you in the driver’s seat of your healthcare journey. We’re committed to ensuring you have complete access to meaningful health information, because informed decisions start with empowered individuals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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A unified approach to health<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Navigating the healthcare system can feel like a labyrinth, but at Health& we simplify the experience. Imagine having all the frequently asked health questions you need in one place. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Join us on a journey where your health is not just a priority; it’s a partnership. At Health&, we’re rewriting the narrative of healthcare, making it intelligent, accessible, and inclusive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Expert medical guidance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our content and animations benefit from the support of a distinguished Medical Advisory Board. Each professor on the board has been honoured with an Order of Australia for their significant contributions to medicine, establishing them as well-regarded leaders both locally and globally. You can trust that their invaluable expertise is being delivered directly to you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Transforming healthcare together<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Our commitment lies in collaborating closely with our users to craft the optimal experience. If you have any feedback or ideas to share, please contact us.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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