First Nations people experience significant health disparities, including high rates of chronic physical and mental health conditions. This paper explores the intersection of physical and mental health among First Nations people, focusing on chronic disease management and social and emotional wellbeing. It evaluates health programs, health policies and digital health initiatives which aim to improve...

This paper presents information on the ear and hearing health of First Nations children aged 0–14 and shows the rate of preventable hearing loss among First Nations children is decreasing but still well above national averages.

This project combines lived experience with national survey data to better understand primary health care use and identify areas of unmet need, in particular for remote communities. The findings show that access to culturally appropriate healthcare varies greatly by location and that significant unmet need exists for Aboriginal Medical Services and community clinics.

This report presents estimates of the amount spent on health goods and services in Australia for 2022–23 and the decade leading up to this. It provides a clear picture of how much was spent on health, by who, and in which areas. During this period, $252.5 billion was spent on health goods and services in...

This report brings together the latest perinatal mental health screening data from four state and territory health authorities and examines how these vary by maternal characteristics and behaviours, birth settings, and birth outcomes. It also identifies a lack of national data and the report suggests improving data reporting and integration is necessary, especially to support...