Medical care
Alternative labels
Medical policy
Medical research
Medicine
Strategy
Australian medical research and innovation priorities 2024–2026
These priorities guide research investments made by the Medical Research Future Fund in order to improve the health and wellbeing of Australians and to develop the Australian biomedical research industries. The priorities are set every two years in alignment with the five-yearly medical research and innovation strategy.
Report
The Australian health and medical research workforce audit
This in-depth analysis of the Australian health and medical research workforce in 2024 provides insights into the characteristics, career pathways and challenges. The audit highlights issues with gender disparities in senior roles, job insecurity, and the importance of funding stability and recommends improving data processes to guide future policy.
Evaluation
Evaluation of the Eating Disorders Medicare Benefit Schedule items
This process and outcome evaluation of the Eating Disorders Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) items aimed to understand if it is meeting the needs of those delivering and receiving the services. It found people who had received treatment reported significantly lower levels of eating disorder symptoms after treatment. Wholesale retention of the current items is recommended.
Report
Diagnosis to dignity: a vision for Alzheimer’s disease in Australia
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most significant health challenges of our time, with the potential to impact millions of Australians and place a substantial strain on our health and aged care systems. This report proposes seven recommendations to achieve a future where Australians with Alzheimer’s disease live with dignity, supported by compassionate and comprehensive...
Report
Issues related to menopause and perimenopause
This report explores the multitude of issues related to perimenopause and menopause in Australia and consider measures to adequately support women during this phase of their lives. The evidence told a compelling story that in Australia, women do not always receive adequate support to manage their symptoms, both in the health system and in their...