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.

A nationwide survey of sensory impairment, eye, ear, and general medical health of Australians sampled from 30 selected sites from all six Australian states and two territories. The survey provides Australia’s most comprehensive, contemporary snapshot of eye and ear health which can be used to sharpen prevention, screening and treatment, and to strengthen policy and...

Eye diseases and vision problems are the most common long-term health conditions reported by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (First Nations) people. The measures in this report cover the prevalence of eye health conditions, diagnosis and treatment services, the eye health workforce and outreach services. The report provides an evidence base for monitoring changes in...

A multifaceted and cross-disciplinary approach is essential for effective falls prevention. Optometrists play a pivotal role by ensuring proper spectacle corrections and identifying vision issues that can be addressed through surgery, such as cataracts. However, considerable work is needed to normalize falls prevention as part of optometric practice and increase awareness among other health professionals...

This is the seventh annual Eye health measures for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people report. The measures in these annual reports were developed to provide an evidence base to monitor changes in eye health among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people over time and their use of eye health services.