This fact sheet provides insights and statistical data on the primary health workforce in Gippsland, Victoria. It provides an overview of nursing, allied health and medical health practitioners in comparison to Victoria. In Gippsland, the health care and social assistance sector is the largest industry of employment, accounting for 20% of the total workforce in...

The independent review assessed the design, delivery and effectiveness of the HELP debt reduction program for doctors and nurse practitioners in rural, remote or very remote areas, and teachers in very remote areas. The report contains nine recommendations to improve uptake, simplify administration and strengthen the evidence base ahead of the program’s next review.

Eye diseases and vision problems are the most common long-term health conditions reported by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This report updates eye health measures for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The measures cover the prevalence of eye health conditions, diagnosis and treatment services, the eye health workforce and outreach services.

This article describes the findings from online surveys of autistic people and supporters examining ideas for policies and interventions to prevent suicide in autistic people. Findings highlight the need for upskilling and resourcing healthcare services to deliver autism-specific support at times of crisis and beyond.

This position statement outlines the principles that should govern private health insurer contracting with doctors in Australia. It outlines the increasing concern about the lack of regulation governing contracts between insurers and medical practitioners – including their potential impacts on patient choice and quality of care, clinical autonomy and private hospital case mix.