Category: Queensland News

My health For life continues to be improved for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

My health For life continues to be improved for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Posted by | Dec 8, 2023 | , , ,

Diabetes Australia has continued to work with QAIHC and Members to help design and roll out a preventative health and wellbeing program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Queensland. QAIHC is consulting on the development of a refreshed, fit-for-purpose version of the established health program, My health for life (MH4L), that is culturally appropriate and meets the needs of participating QAIHC Members and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

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Apunipima trials new holistic service model in Napranum

Apunipima trials new holistic service model in Napranum

Posted by | Nov 23, 2023 | , , , ,

Apunipima Cape York Health Council is trialling a new model of care in its Napranum clinic near Weipa, focusing on a holistic approach to health care which encompasses the social determinants of health and wellbeing. The Coordinated Case Care trial will work with five families and focus on social aspects of community life, from food security and fitness right through to home life, employment and financial health.

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Sector Leader Magazine is published by the Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council (QAIHC).

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