Rotary Melbourne Lunch 21 May

Rotary Melbourne Weekly Club Meeting - 21 May 2025

Guest Speaker Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor Dr Moira Junge, CEO, Sleep Health Foundation

Topic 'Why Sleep Matters'

Details 12.30 for 12.50 - 2.00pm at No35 Sofitel Melbourne & by ZOOM  

Venue No35 Sofitel Melbourne

Moira Junge has a Doctor of Health Psychology, BA, Honours; D.Psych (Health). Health Psychologist, Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor, Sleep Expert.  

Moira has worked across the public and private sectors. She is a CEO, a clinician, experienced board member, researcher and speaker. Thousands of clinical consultations equates to strong skills and knowledge in the mental health field and sleep health sector. Moira has a specialisation in treating sleeping difficulties which started in the clinical setting and is now focused on prevention, education and awareness raising.

Synopsis
The essential role sleep plays in our physical health, mental well-being, and daily performance will be outlined. There will be a brief overview of the science of sleep, and an overview of the most common sleep disorders, such as insomnia, sleep apnoea, and restless leg syndrome, and how they impact quality of life.

The session will also offer practical, evidence-based strategies to improve sleep—covering topics like bedtime routines, screen time, diet, and stress management. Finally, we’ll open the floor for Q&A giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and have some assistance with where to go for help for sleeping difficulties.

Key takeaways:

• Understand why sleep is vital for health and productivity
• Learn the basics of how sleep works
• Recognize signs of common sleep disorders
• Actionable tips to sleep better tonight

Join us for an interesting lunch dealing with an issue affecting many.