Publication catalogue list

A general practice view of cardiovascular disease and diabetes in Australia

Cardiovascular disease series no. 18

This report provides a snapshot of general practice care of cardiovascular conditions, diabetes and some related risk behaviours. It is based on the Bettering the Evaluation and Care of Health (BEACH) program, a study of general practice activity in Australia, for the period April 1998 - March 1999. The data in this report represent a baseline against which future patterns in general practice can be compared and, together with other information, will help to interpret trends in cardiovascular disease incidence. These data may also be useful in the development of guidelines for general practice care of patients with cardiovascular conditions and diabetes, and will help to guide the allocation of resources to improve practice.

Authored by Senes S & Britt H.

Published 6 September 2001; ISSN 1323-9236; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 133 5; AIHW cat. no. CVD 17; 108pp.; OUT OF PRINT

A picture of Australia's children 2009

This report delivers the latest information on how, as a nation, we are faring according to key indicators of child health, development and wellbeing. Death rates among children have fallen dramatically, and most children are physically active and meet minimum standards for reading and numeracy. But it is not all good news. Rates of severe disability and diabetes are on the rise. Too many children are overweight or obese, or are at risk of homelessness, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children fare worse on most key indicators.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 17 June 2009; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 929 4; AIHW cat. no. PHE 112; 224pp.; $35.00

A picture of diabetes in overseas-born Australians

AIHW bulletin no. 9

This bulletin describes patterns of diabetes prevalence, hospitalisations and deaths amongst Australians who were born overseas and compares these patterns with their Australian-born counterparts. This analysis is important because it contributes to the planning and management of diabetes services for people of different cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Authored by Holdenson Z, Catanzariti L, Phillips G & Waters AM.

Published 23 October 2003; ISSN 1446-9820; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 323 0; AIHW cat. no. AUS 38; 23pp.; OUT OF PRINT

Australia's health 1998

Australia's health no. 6

Australia's Health 1998 is Australia's authoritative source of information on patterns of health and illness, the supply and use of health services, and health services costs and performance. As part of its comprehensive coverage of health issues, this 1998 edition reports specifically on the nation's five health priority areas - cancer control, cardiovascular health, injury prevention and control, mental health and diabetes.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 25 June 1998; ISSN 1032 6138; ISBN-13 978 0 642 24767 4; AIHW cat. no. AUS 10; 346pp.; $27.00

Australian health measurement survey: Report on the pilot test

Data about biomedical risk factors in the population are an important component of national public health information. Data about high blood pressure and levels of blood components are very relevant to priority health problems such as coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes, hypertension, high blood cholesterol and other chronic disorders that have significant health, social and economic impact. In May 2002, the Australian Health Ministers' Advisory Council endorsed the conduct of a pilot test of the proposed Australian Health Measurement Survey. This information paper describes the methods used in the pilot test run in early 2003 and documents key lessons learnt in conducting the pilot.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 26 November 2004; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 424 4; AIHW cat. no. CVD 28; 24pp.; OUT OF PRINT

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.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 31 May 2002; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 153 3; AIHW cat. no. PHE 33; 157pp.; $25.00

Chronic diseases and associated risk factors in Australia, 2006

'Chronic diseases and associated risk factors in Australia 2006' presents updated statistics on chronic diseases and their associated risk factors in Australia. Chronic diseases are conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes and arthritis (to name a few), that tend to be long-lasting and persistent in their symptoms or development. More than 15 million Australians are directly affected by at least one chronic disease. This report builds on the AIHW's 2001 report, and focuses on patterns of disease across the age groups, the prevalence of risk factors and their trends, the effects of chronic diseases on health services in Australia, and the differences in chronic diseases and their risk factors across geographical areas, socioeconomic status and Indigenous status. This report is a vital resource for policy makers, researchers and others interested in chronic diseases and their associated risk factors.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 16 November 2006; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 619 4; AIHW cat. no. PHE 81; 96pp.; $28.00

Chronic kidney disease in Australia 2005

Chronic kidney disease has numerous impacts on both individual health and health services. With risk factors that are highly prevalent in Australia, including diabetes and high blood pressure, the number of Australians at risk of chronic kidney disease is increasing. Indigenous Australians in particular are at high risk. Chronic kidney disease may lead to serious illness and death. In severe cases, kidney function may deteriorate to the point where a kidney transplant or dialysis is required for survival. People with chronic kidney disease are also at risk of a range of complications, including cardiovascular disease. However, in many cases chronic kidney disease is preventable and treatable. This report is the first to bring together data from a variety of sources to highlight the impact of chronic kidney disease in Australia. The information within will be relevant to policy makers, the wider community and anyone with an interest in chronic kidney disease.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 23 November 2005; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 508 1; AIHW cat. no. PHE 68; 124pp.; $24.00

Comorbidity of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and chronic kidney disease in Australia

Cardiovascular disease series no. 28

Cardiovascular disease, diabetes and chronic kidney disease are three common and serious illnesses in Australia. These three diseases have shared common risk factors, and often occur together. The National Centre for Monitoring Cardiovascular Disease and the National Centre for Monitoring Diabetes have collaborated to investigate the association of these diseases and their impact on Australians' health and health systems. This report is the first output of this project, and it focuses on examining the current extent of comorbidity of the conditions from three perspectives: self-reported prevalence, hospitalisation and deaths.

Authored by Tong B & Stevenson C.

Published 9 August 2007; ISSN 1323 9236; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 705 4; AIHW cat. no. CVD 37; 80pp.; $26.00

Costs of diabetes in Australia, 2000-01

AIHW bulletin no. 26

Diabetes Mellitus is estimated to affect around one million Australians, a number that is likely to increase in the future because of population ageing and increasing prevalence of risk factors such as obesity. This report mainly focuses on direct health care expenditure for diabetes - that is, money spent by governments, private health insurers, companies, households and individuals to prevent, diagnose and treat diabetes.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 1 April 2005; ISSN 1446 9820; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 463 3; AIHW cat. no. AUS 59; 15pp.; OUT OF PRINT