Child health
Alternative labels
Puericulture
Child health services
Research Summary
What does ten years of the Pathways of Care Longitudinal Study (POCLS) data tell us about children and young people in out-of-home care in NSW?
This report summarises evidence from the last ten years of the Pathways of Care Longitudinal Study in Australia – a large-scale prospective longitudinal study of children and young people in out-of-home care. It provides a summary of key findings and identifies key implications for policy and practice.
Report
AEDC national report 2024: early childhood development in Australia
The Australian Early Development Census (AEDC) is a national measure of children’s development as they enter their first year of full-time school. The AEDC reveals trends in early childhood development. It can indicate what is working well to support children, and where opportunities exist to take further action.
Evaluation
Healthdirect Pregnancy, Birth and Baby Service review
Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (PBB) is a national service providing support and information for expecting mothers and parents, families, and carers of children from birth to five years of age. Healthdirect Australia delivers PBB. This review of the service finds that as currently implemented, PBB does not support government policy directions.
Journal article
Shifting focus to adolescent wellbeing and inclusive participation in the digital age
This paper highlights the need for a holistic approach to digital health that promotes adolescent wellbeing across multiple domains. It argues specific policy changes, multisectoral collaboration and working in direct partnership with adolescents to create safe, supportive and equitable digital environments are required to address the digital determinants of health in Australia.
Report
How’s life for children in the digital age?
This report examines the opportunities and risks associated with children's increasing engagement in the digital world. It explores strategies to enhance child wellbeing, ensuring that children are both protected and empowered to use digital media positively. The report calls for holistic, rights-based and multi-sectoral approaches to support children's wellbeing.