The launch of Australia’s first Indigenous cancer research centre is set to improve the diagnosis, treatment and survival rates for Indigenous Australians with cancer. Continue reading
Category: Vol 13 No 1, January 2013 – March 2013
The Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet pledges commitment to close the gap
The Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet celebrated the seventh annual National Close the Gap Day with a morning tea. Continue reading
$100 million boost for Aboriginal youth in NT
The Australian Government is investing $100 million over the next 10 years in the Youth in communities program, a major initiative that is helping thousands of young Aboriginal people become more engaged with school, work and community life in the Northern Territory. Continue reading
New Trans-Tasman funding in search for rheumatic heart disease vaccine
Prime Minister Julia Gillard has agreed with New Zealand Prime Minister, John Key, to provide support for the development of a potential vaccine for rheumatic fever. Continue reading
Legal recognition of Indigenous status
The House of Representatives has passed legislation recognising Indigenous Australian peoples as the first inhabitants of Australia. Continue reading