Publication list

Making progress: the health, development and wellbeing of Australia's children and young people

Ensuring that children get the best possible start in life is a key priority for the Australian Government. This report delivers the latest and most reliable information on how, as a nation, we are faring according to key statistical indicators of child and youth health, development and wellbeing. The report covers children and young people aged 0-19 years, and includes indicators for the entire 0-19 year age range as well as indicators for three different stages of development: 1) infancy and early childhood; 2) school age childhood; and 3) adolescence. Information is presented on important issues such as mental health, disability, risk factors for chronic disease, mortality, education, homelessness, crime, jobless families and family economic situation. Particular attention is given to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and youth, and to how Australia compares internationally. This is an essential resource for policy makers, researchers, practitioners and anyone interested in the progress of Australia's children and youth.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 24 September 2008; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 835 8; AIHW cat. no. PHE 104; 44pp.; $30.00

Eye health in Australia: a hospital perspective

Reducing preventable vision loss has recently been identified as a priority by Australian governments and non-government organisations. Eye health in Australia: a hospital perspective is the first in a series of national reports providing an overview of eye health in Australia. The report presents information about the treatment of eye disorders in Australian hospitals. This includes trends in hospitalisations, differences across population groups, treatment costs, and waiting times. The report is a valuable resource for policy makers, health professionals, advocacy groups and others interested in knowing more about eye health in Australia.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 21 August 2008; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 820 4; AIHW cat. no. PHE 100; 36pp.; FREE

Mental health services in Australia 2005-06

Mental health series no. 10

Mental health services in Australia 2005-06 is the ninth in the series of AIHW's comprehensive annual reports on the characteristics and activity of Australia's mental health services. Details from a wide range of data sources for the 2005-06 period are presented, together with changes over time. Information on mental health care provided by a range of services is detailed. Included are ambulatory services (such as community-based services, emergency departments, private psychiatrists, allied health professionals and general practitioners), hospital and residential services and other services (such as supported accommodation services) In addition, information is provided on mental health-related prescriptions and mental health resources such as facilities, workforce and expenditure. Where possible, comprehensive data are provided for each state and territory, and comparisons are made between population groups (including Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and overseas-born and Australian-born people). This report is a useful resource for health planners, policy makers, administrators, practitioners, researchers and others with an interest in mental health in Australia.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 6 August 2008; ISSN 1443-6795; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 797 9; AIHW cat. no. HSE 56; 254pp.; $34.00

Occupational asthma in Australia

AIHW bulletin no. 59

Authored by Bhatia K.

Published 8 May 2008; ISSN 1446-9820; ISBN-13 978 174024 773 3; AIHW cat. no. AUS 101; 28pp.; $10.00

2007 National Drug Strategy Household Survey: first results

Drug statistics series no. 20

2007 National Drug Strategy Household Survey: first results presents summary data collected in Australia's most comprehensive national survey of drug use and related issues. Comparisons with previous surveys are presented, along with population estimates of the numbers of consumers of tobacco, alcohol and illicit drugs. Key results on drug-related awareness, knowledge and behaviour are features of this report. This report is the 20th in the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare's Drug Statistics Series. Future reports in the series will cover extended analysis of the 2007 results and a comprehensive summary of major drug use statistical collections. This report and others in the series are useful resources for policy-makers, researchers and professionals interested in drug-related issues.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 27 April 2008; ISSN 1442-7230; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 774 0; AIHW cat. no. PHE 98; 136pp.; FREE

Indicators for chronic diseases and their determinants 2008

'Indicators for chronic diseases and their determinants, 2008' is the third in a series of reports on chronic disease released by the AIHW. It is the first report that aligns information about chronic diseases with selected national health indicators. Importantly, the report highlights where indicators for chronic diseases do not exist, and where data to report against current indicators are lacking. The report is a vital resource for policy makers, researchers and others interested in chronic diseases, their associated risk factors, and the indicators that enable them to be measured in Australia.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 27 February 2008; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 758 0; AIHW cat. no. PHE 75; 120pp.; $36.00

Statistical methods for monitoring asthma

Asthma series

This statistical procedure manual documents and shares the experience of the Australian Centre for Asthma Monitoring (ACAM) in analysing national asthma-specific population data. Since its formation in 2002, ACAM have undertaken extensive analyses of a wide range of administrative and population health data to monitor asthma in Australia. In this manual, the approaches developed by ACAM for interrogating large population datasets from the point of receipt until delivery of final analyses are documented. It is anticipated that the principles applied in relation to interrogating data for asthma monitoring purposes will also be applicable to other chronic disease areas.

Authored by Australian Centre for Asthma Monitoring.

Published 29 January 2008; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 746 7; AIHW cat. no. ACM 13; 80pp.; $28.00

Australian asthma indicators: five-year review of asthma monitoring in Australia

Asthma series

In 2004, the Australian Centre for Asthma Monitoring reviewed the proposal indicators for monitoring asthma in Australia and published a set of recommended indicators. An accompanying data development plan was published in 2005. This report reviews the outcomes of the indicator review, the lessons learnt through experience with various data sources, progress so far with asthma data development and where national asthma monitoring might go in the future.

Authored by Australian Centre for Asthma Monitoring.

Published 22 October 2007; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 730 6; AIHW cat. no. ACM 12; INTERNET ONLY

A picture of osteoarthritis in Australia

Arthritis series no. 5

Osteoarthritis is the most common chronic joint disease, causing large amounts of disability and pain in the Australian community. Osteoarthritis impacts on the mental health and quality of life of people with the disease. There are a number of risk factors for osteoarthritis including excess weight or obesity, joint injury, repetitive kneeling or squatting and repetitive heavy lifting. Osteoarthritis can be effectively managed with medication, exercise and in some cases surgery. This report brings together the latest data to highlight the impact of osteoarthritis in Australia. The report includes information on the causes, treatment and management of the disease. The information included in the report should be useful to the broader community, policy makers and anyone with an interest in osteoarthritis.

Authored by AIHW.

Published 12 October 2007; ISSN 1833-0991; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 725 2; AIHW cat. no. PHE 93; $10.00

Impairments and disability associated with arthritis and osteoporosis

Arthritis series no. 4

Arthritis and osteoporosis are major sources of pain, activity limitations and functional restrictions, in particular among older Australians. At an individual level and for their carers, the experience of these diseases and conditions is catastrophic overshadowing daily activities. Regional musculoskeletal limitations not only threaten autonomy but also impede the work capacity. This report from the AIHW National Centre for Monitoring Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Conditions outlines both the individual and societal impact of arthritis and osteoporosis in Australia.

Authored by Rahman N & Bhatia K.

Published 7 September 2007; ISSN 1833-0991; ISBN-13 978 1 74024 707 8; AIHW cat. no. PHE 90; 50pp.; $21.00