Media Releases

Sports Medicine Australia has commented on a range of topical issues. A list of Media can be found below. For media enquiries, contact Amanda Boshier, National Media Manager on 03 9674 8703, mobile 0412 224 729 or email amanda.boshier@sma.org.au

Ill-fitting bra statistics worse than first thought

November 22nd, 2010

Ill-fitting bra statistics have been drastically underestimated, with 85% of Australian women wearing the wrong bra size – worse than the 70% initially reported*, a new study has shown. This has prompted a call to review the Australian Standard Guidelines… more...

Swimmer safety resource backed by pros

November 17th, 2010

Swimmers can now reduce their risk of injury via a new resource developed by Swimming Victoria and Smartplay. The Preventing Swimming Injuries Fact Sheet was launched on the weekend by Australian Swimming Champion, Marieke Guehrer. The resource offers practical advice… more...

Research award given for impact of exercise on vascular health

November 16th, 2010

University of Western Australia researcher, Louise Naylor has been awarded for her research on the direct impact of exercise on vascular health, by Sports Medicine Australia. Naylor presented the results of her study at the Asics Conference of Science and… more...

Asics Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport (ACSMS) 2010 Day 3 highlights – Saturday 6 November

November 5th, 2010

Sheraton Mirage Resort, Port Douglas November 4-6 2010 ACSMS 2010 will showcase the latest in sports science, sports medicine, physical activity promotion and sports injury prevention. More than 400 of the most influential researchers and practitioners in these fields will… more...

Asics Conference of Science and Medicine in Sport (ACSMS) 2010 Day 2 highlights – Friday 5 November

November 5th, 2010