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This page was last updated on July 17th, 2008
This page was last updated on July 17th, 2008
Indigenous Health (from Public Health and Safety)
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National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Strategy
A submission by the Alcohol and Other Drugs Council of Australia concerning the draft Strategy. Expresses concerns that the proposals do not place sufficient priority on addressing substance misuse, and suggests amendments.[PDF]
Indigenous Health Cultural Exchange Group
A student society at the University of Queensland which tries to increase cultural awareness among indigenous and non-indigenous students and professionals in medicine and allied health. Aims, objectives and contact details.
Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet
Providing material for policy makers, service providers, researchers, students and the general community. Features information on cultural, social, historical and economic health-related issues.
Indigenous Health Research Development Program
Building a career structure for students in Aboriginal health as well as assisting communities to address health issues in Ontario, Canada.
Strategies for Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
An article from the Northern Rivers Aboriginal Health Service lists ways in which culture and beliefs can affect healthcare delivery.
Rural and Remote Festivals: A Guide for Health Workers and Communities
Provides information on cultural activities which may provide opportunities for health promotion in remote areas, with suggestions for involving schools and community groups.
Indigenous Drug and Alcohol Projects
Published by the National Drug Research Institute. Details the prison-based and community-based programmes, with an historical overview of previous interventions.
Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal
National publication written by indigenous health workers. Includes table of contents and subscription details.
Danila Dilba Health Service
Providing culturally appropriate primary health care services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of the greater Darwin area.
Indigenous Psychological Services
Provides mental health clinics and assessments for indigenous clients, as well as training for both indigenous and non-indigenous people.
Meeting Challenges, Making Choices
A response by the Queensland Government to the Cape York Justice Study, which examined the effects of alcohol on the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Includes background details and a summary of the recommendations.
Working With Indigenous Peoples With Disabilities
Provides information for allied health professionals and carers working in remote areas of Australia. Features bibliography of specific articles and reviews of available equipment.
Drug Prevention Work with Indigenous Australians
A guide for non-indigenous health workers, explaining the cultural issues and beliefs which may affect the provision of health care. Also available as a PDF document.
Cape York Indigenous Issues
A report by the Australian National Council on Drugs. Includes information regarding drug and alcohol use amongst Indigenous Australians, as well as the availability of specific services.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples' Complementary Action Plan
Prepared by National Drug Strategy to co-ordinate efforts to reduce drug-related harm. PDF documents of all components of the Plan can be downloaded at no cost.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
Presents a list of publications to download.
Alcohol and Other Drug Use By Australian Indigenous People
A fact sheet about patterns of use and current research projects, with comparisons to similar problems in non-indigenous populations. Also available as a PDF document.
A submission by the Alcohol and Other Drugs Council of Australia concerning the draft Strategy. Expresses concerns that the proposals do not place sufficient priority on addressing substance misuse, and suggests amendments.[PDF]
A student society at the University of Queensland which tries to increase cultural awareness among indigenous and non-indigenous students and professionals in medicine and allied health. Aims, objectives and contact details.
Providing material for policy makers, service providers, researchers, students and the general community. Features information on cultural, social, historical and economic health-related issues.
Building a career structure for students in Aboriginal health as well as assisting communities to address health issues in Ontario, Canada.
An article from the Northern Rivers Aboriginal Health Service lists ways in which culture and beliefs can affect healthcare delivery.
Provides information on cultural activities which may provide opportunities for health promotion in remote areas, with suggestions for involving schools and community groups.
Published by the National Drug Research Institute. Details the prison-based and community-based programmes, with an historical overview of previous interventions.
National publication written by indigenous health workers. Includes table of contents and subscription details.
Providing culturally appropriate primary health care services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of the greater Darwin area.
Provides mental health clinics and assessments for indigenous clients, as well as training for both indigenous and non-indigenous people.
A response by the Queensland Government to the Cape York Justice Study, which examined the effects of alcohol on the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Includes background details and a summary of the recommendations.
Provides information for allied health professionals and carers working in remote areas of Australia. Features bibliography of specific articles and reviews of available equipment.
A guide for non-indigenous health workers, explaining the cultural issues and beliefs which may affect the provision of health care. Also available as a PDF document.
A report by the Australian National Council on Drugs. Includes information regarding drug and alcohol use amongst Indigenous Australians, as well as the availability of specific services.
Prepared by National Drug Strategy to co-ordinate efforts to reduce drug-related harm. PDF documents of all components of the Plan can be downloaded at no cost.
Presents a list of publications to download.
A fact sheet about patterns of use and current research projects, with comparisons to similar problems in non-indigenous populations. Also available as a PDF document.
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