Rural–urban healthcare gulf still wide: AIHW The health gap between Australia’s cities, regions and remote areas remains wide, according to new data from the AIHW.
Coalition of Peaks begins community engagement events The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representative body is consulting directly with the community about the changes needed to close health gaps.
Tailoring obesity management for specific populations Patient experience outcomes and a PhD led Dr Liz Sturgiss to a funded project aimed at enhancing obesity management for people in low-income groups.
What’s behind the gender pay gap in general practice? The issue is now well-known, but GPs say little progress has been made.
Close the Gap: Our health, our voice and our choice This year’s report focuses on positive change and community-driven initiatives.
Millions given to end rheumatic heart disease Around $35 million has been earmarked to combat the illness, which kills up to 150 young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples a year.
Health targets missed in Closing the Gap report Australia is expected to fall short of targets related to child mortality rates and life expectancy, the 2019 report card has revealed.
Socioeconomic factors contribute to growing health disparities A report from the AIHW highlights that social and environmental factors significantly contribute to morbidity and mortality rates.
World-first Aboriginal health TV network launched The network is designed to ‘revolutionise’ the way Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people receive health information.
COAG meeting: Health update Australia’s federal, state and territory leaders came together in Adelaide yesterday.