A fundamental transformation in the way health data is managed is needed if Australia is to meet the health challenges of an ageing population, changing disease patterns and increasingly complex health conditions. This report highlights the dangers in Australia’s isolated and incompatible digital health systems, which lead to delays in patient care and poorer health...

This issue brief presents a set of challenges for information accessibility that champions the fundamental right to access information. Illustrating good practices at national and regional levels across five continents, including Australia, the brief equips policymakers with key inputs necessary to navigate the complexities of the digital age while ensuring equitable access to information.

Over the past decade, artificial intelligence (AI) has gained significant momentum in healthcare. This report outlines its potential, ethical considerations, existing laws and the international response to AI in healthcare. It maintains the final decision on patient care should always be made by a human. The report calls on the government to make certain obligations...

The paper highlights key funding priorities essential to supporting the continued growth of the medical software industry and improving healthcare outcomes across Australia. It sets out key issues and recommendations for each federal government portfolio. It identifies a set of priority actions that include a summary of cost, budget impact, benefits and timeline.

This report discusses opportunities to improve outcomes for older Australians by facilitating data sharing. It identifies key priorities for the aged care sector, including promoting common data languages and developing a coordinated, national approach to support data access and use.