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Rebecca Haddock
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Briefing paper
Optimising antimicrobial stewardship in Australian primary care
The emergence of antimicrobial resistant infections poses one of the most significant health threats of our time. Given that 80% of antibiotics are consumed within primary care, the authors of this paper argue that embracing the concept of antimicrobial stewardship in primary care will play an important role in improving the appropriate use of antibiotics...
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Promoting mental health in a changing climate: children and young people as a priority population group
Climate change-related concerns in children and young people are amplified by climate change related misinformation on social media. Therefore, the authors of this paper argue that programs that promote children’s and young people’s mental wellbeing, including appropriate resourcing for schools, and national evidence-based guidelines on climate change misinformation, must be developed.
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Prioritising carers’ health and wellbeing in the healthcare system
This issues brief highlights the gaps in care for carers in the community. It focuses on limitations in data collected about carers and how assessment is conducted among clinicians. It also identifies where healthcare systems, carer assessment and delivery of care can be improved by using a co-design approach with key stakeholders.
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Decarbonising clinical care in Australia
This brief highlights the current gaps in understanding of the healthcare sector’s contribution to Australia’s carbon footprint. It focuses on the environmental impact of the delivery of care as the major source of emissions which is not reflected in emissions reductions policies.
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Hospital treated self-harm: improved care through improved data
The authors of this paper argue that ensuring patients have a positive treatment experience and are connected with the supports they need to stay well, across community, outpatient and private health and psychosocial services, is essential to effectively managing self-harm and improving health outcomes.