Medical care
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Medical policy
Medical research
Medicine
Briefing paper
Advancing AI integration in hospitals: an appendicitis case-study approach
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare with a promise to improve clinical decision-making, patient outcomes and hospital systems’ efficiency. Yet, challenges related to patient safety and model bias, validation and integration into existing systems remain. This brief offers specific actions that will contribute to a national strategy to develop an AI ecosystem suited to Australia’s...
Journal article
Telehealth as a care solution for homebound people
Homebound individuals residing in community settings with severe health conditions and disabilities could arguably benefit from telehealth interventions. However, the effectiveness of telehealth compared to in-person care remains underexplored. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of telehealth in reducing healthcare utilisation and improving health-related quality of life and wellbeing in homebound populations.
Report
Every moment matters: addressing the human and economic toll of motor neurone disease in Australia
Despite the severity of motor neurone disease (MND), people with MND face a fragmented and inequitable system of care. A major driver of inequity is an age-based divide in funding. This report aims to guide policy decisions that enhance care, support and quality of life for people living with this condition and their carers.
Report
2024 Review of the Dust Diseases Scheme
This review of the Workers’ Compensation (Dust Diseases) Scheme focused on support for younger workers within the scheme and the risk factors and safety measures related to dust exposure in the tunnelling and quarrying industries in New South Wales.
Report
Out of the shadow: transforming care for people living with hypophosphatasia
Hypophosphatasia (HPP) is a genetic, multisystem condition that impairs the body’s ability to properly mineralise bones and teeth. Through the lens of HPP, this report illustrates how Australia’s healthcare system remains unfit for people with rare diseases. It presents a clear case for targeted, achievable reforms to improve diagnosis, treatment access and care coordination for...