Aged care innovative pool dementia and disability pilot services evaluation: report on the scope of a national evaluation framework
This paper summarises a project undertaken by the Ageing and Aged Care Unit at the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) to define the scope of work for the development of a national evaluation framework for the Aged Care Innovative Pool dementia care and disability services. Current until 5 December 2004.
Chronic diseases and associated risk factors in Australia, 2001
Chronic diseases and associated risk factors in Australia, 2001 provides statistical overviews of a number of long-lasting conditions, disorders and illnesses that comprise the quality of life of a large number of Australians. In particular, the report examines the burden of disease associated with a set of chronic diseases in the context of their long course through life, persistent effects and associated disability. Heart problems, a variety of cancers, several lung diseases, diabetes, arthritis, depression and dental caries are some of the chronic disease and conditions covered. Risk factors leading to or contributing to these factors such as high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol and excess weight are also examined.
NHPA report on mental health: a report focusing on depression 1998, summary
Summarises the NHPA Report on Mental Health 1998/: A Report Focusing on Depression, which updates data and trends provided in the First Report on National Health Priority Areas, outlines the current status of mental health in Australia and proposes a framework for future collaborative action between all stakeholders. The summary and the full report may be bought as a set for $25.00.