This publication summarises the main statistics on work-related injury, disease and death produced by Safe Work Australia. Information shown includes the main types of injuries for which compensation was paid, the cost of injury and incidence rates by industry.

The world’s population is ageing. Improvements in health care in the past century have contributed to people living longer and healthier lives. However, this has also resulted in an increase in the number of people with noncommunicable diseases, including dementia. Although dementia mainly affects older people, it is not a normal part of ageing. Dementia...

This paper assesses the effectiveness of a new diabetes education program for Indigenous Health Workers. The Indigenous diabetic foot program (IDFP) provides educational programs for both Indigenous Health Workers (IHWs) and Indigenous patients who have diabetes. Components of the program include information on foot complications of diabetes, encouraging self-care and a screening tool for identifying...

This report presents findings from the 2008 National Dental Telephone Interview Survey. A random sample of Australians from all states and territories were interviewed. Variations in recent dental visiting and self-reported oral health status of Australian adults aged 18 years and over are presented. Comparisons are made between age groups on the bases of: holding...

This report examines negative health determinants, known as risk factors, and provides insights into their prevalence. It examines the most common combinations of risk factors in the community, and highlights the potential for lifestyle behaviour changes that may lead to health gains for individuals and the population. It provides the most comprehensive picture to date...