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New Research

Framework for measuring wellbeing: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, 2010

05 March 2010This publication describes a framework to map statistical information about Indigenous people, in the context of the interrelationships with their social and physical environments.

Living on the edge: social and emotional wellbeing risk and protective factors for serious psychological distress among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

04 March 2010This paper has been prepared to generate discussion around the determinants of Indigenous social and emotional wellbeing.

10 out of 10 deadly health stories: nutrition and physical activity

08 February 2010The Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council has compiled these stories from NSW Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services to demonstrate the success and potential of these Aboriginal community initiatives.
Reproductive health: findings from the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health

Reproductive health: findings from the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health

04 February 2010Drawing on a major survey of Australian women conducted over time, this report examines contraception, women’s aspirations for motherhood, reproductive histories, problems with fertility and related treatment and advice-seeking behaviour, maternal health and wellbeing, and participation in the paid workforce.

Active transport: children and young people (an overview of recent evidence)

01 February 2010In recent decades, changes in Australian lifestyles, urban environments and transportation systems have led to changed physical activity patterns among children. This report looks at trends and potential interventions.
A right to respect: Victoria's plan to prevent violence against women 2010-2020

A right to respect: Victoria's plan to prevent violence against women 2010-2020

25 January 2010This document is a coordinated, whole-of-community framework that contains a comprehensive range of strategies to promote non violence, gender equity and respectful relationships throughout the community.
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Disability

Medication use for arthritis and osteoporosis

Medication use for arthritis and osteoporosis

26 February 2010This report provides information on what medicines Australians are using to manage their musculoskeletal problems, how much these medicines cost them and trends in the prescription of newer medicines.

The role of vocational education and training in the labour market outcomes of people with disabilities

19 February 2010This report finds that for people who are not working, completing a VET qualification increases the chance of employment and more so for people with a disability.

What would it take? Employer perspectives on employing people with a disability

15 February 2010While employers are positive about employing people with a disability, they lack confidence in dealing with specific disability employment issues.

Mental health

Suicide and fatal drug overdose in child sexual abuse victims

Suicide and fatal drug overdose in child sexual abuse victims

15 February 2010This study investigated the rate and risk of suicide and accidental fatal drug overdose in more than 2000 individuals up to 44 years after experiencing child sexual abuse.

Commentary

Why primary health care reform should top the COAG agenda

19 February 2010And it might even help 'fix' hospitals, writes Hal Swerissen in Croakey

Intensive glare

16 February 2010The British government has shown some of the vision we lack in health policy, writes Melissa Sweet in The Drum

What force should we give to advance health statements?

20 November 2009There are pitfalls in giving advance statements the force of law, writes John Chesterman for APO
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Audio

The right to property and the right to health

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04 March 2010Is it morally permissible to impose strong patent protections where doing so prices important new medicines out of the reach of many poor people?

'I really would like to hear your story': Incorporating clinical empathy into the ward

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19 February 2010Whilst medical schools are increasingly recognising the importance of empathy training, the hidden curriculum - the reality of clinic care - often overrides empathy training when medical students begin work in the wards.

Drugs and alcohol

Video

Baroness Susan Greenfield on the dangers of social networking

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12 October 2009With a recent study showing that up to 97% of Australians aged 16-17 use at least one social networking site, should we be worried?

The focussed life

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28 September 2009While receiving treatment for cancer, US author Winifred Gallagher noticed how much better she felt if she focussed on her family's immediate needs, rather than her painful therapy.

Wellbeing

Websites

Community Indicators Victoria

29 October 2009This site uses local community wellbeing indicators to improve citizen engagement, community planning and policy making.

Croakey: the Crikey health blog

25 August 2009The Croakey blog is a forum for debate and discussion about health issues and policy.

Better Health Channel

18 May 2009This site's aim is to provide free health and medical information in an easy to understand format and language.

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Jobs

Events

Conference
Arts-Activated Conference
25 Mar 2010 - 26 Mar 2010
Sydney
Conference
Arts Activated Conference 2010
25 Mar 2010 - 26 Mar 2010
Sydney
Conference
ACOSS National Conference 2010: A vote for equity
25 Mar 2010 - 9:00am - 26 Mar 2010 - 5:00pm
Canberra

Books

The Australian Long Story

The Australian Long Story

  • Editor: Mandy Sayer
  • Penguin Australia
In this collection, acclaimed writer Mandy Sayer brings together nine of the best Australian examples of the long story - tales that combine the intensity of the short story with the complexity of a novel.

Australasian Journal of ArtsHealth

  • ArtsHealth Centre for Research and Practice, University of Newcastle
The Australasian Journal of ArtsHealth (AJAH) is a new, international, blind-peer-reviewed electronic journal providing an outlet for researchers and practitioners working in the broad areas arts and health.

Noticeboard

Lifestyles, consumption and environmental impact: National Household Consumption Survey
23 June 2009

The National Household Consumption Survey is open to all Australian residents until 30 June 2009.

Policy Guides

Arts for all: opening doors to people with a disability

This guide provides practical and long-term ways for artists and arts organisations to enhance their access, market their events to the disabled community and build new audiences.

15-02-10

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