Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Health
This site provides information relating to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander health research.
Web: HealthInfoNet.ecu.edu.au
Office of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
This is the website for Australia’s national office for Indigenous health.
Web: https://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/Aboriginal+and+Torres+Strait+Islander+Health-1lp
The Fred Hollows Foundation
The Fred Hollows Foundation is a non-government organisation which aims to improve the health outcomes of Indigenous Australians and to eradicate avoidable blindness in developing countries. The website includes information about their Indigenous Health Program, ‘Facts & Figures’ about Indigenous health, information sheets, photos etc.
Web: Hollows.org
Mt Theo-Yuendumu Substance Misuse Program (MYSMAC)
Based in the Warlpiri region of Central Australia, the MYSMAC program is recognized nationally and internationally as providing an effective and innovative response to substance misuse. A community-based initiative, the program has ongoing success in assisting young people recover from substance misuse and preventing them from starting petrol sniffing. The program also works with families and the broader community to address the underlying causes of substance misuse.
Web: mttheo.org
Lung Foundation Australia
Lung Foundation Australia, is a national organisation which supports research, develops educational fact-sheets, trains health professionals, and undertakes community awareness activities and advocacy around Australia.
Web: LungFoundation.com.au
Quitnow Australia
Quitnow is a website run by the Australian Government that provides information about the health risks of smoking along with tools and resources such as their free app called Quitbuddy that can help you kick the habit of smoking. They also provide free phone coaching service where you can get support throughout your quitting journey.
Web: Quitnow.gov.au