Chronic kidney disease
Journal article
Review of kidney health among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
The purpose of this review is to provide a comprehensive synthesis of key information on kidney health among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia to inform those involved or who have an interest in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and kidney health, and to provide evidence to assist in the development of...
Report
Summary of kidney health among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
This review aims to provide an overview of the impact of kidney disease, specifically chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Report
Profiles of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with kidney disease
This report presents a demographic and health profile of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians with kidney disease. The aim of this report is inform future policy development and service planning relating to kidney health among Indigenous people.
Report
Catching some air
This resource is the final report for the 'Catching Some Air' project, which aims to produce an informed set of guidelines for the management of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Briefing paper
Improving access to housing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander renal patients with complex care needs
This paper recommends that the Commonwealth and Northern Territory governments should consider an integrated care package that addresses the broader care needs of renal patients, including housing needs, in partnership with patients, families, Aboriginal health and housing organisations, Aboriginal medical services and other stakeholders.