First Nations healthcare is not just about health!

If you feel uncomfortable as a patient in a health setting, you won't want to return there for future care! But that's the reality for many First Nations patients. Fixing this will go a long way to helping #CloseTheGap in health outcomes.

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#MedTwitter #auspol #CloseTheGapDay

Today is #ClosetheGapDay. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people face higher rates of asthma and COPD, alongside barriers to care. Closing the gap means culturally safe, community-led services and improving access.
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World-first research to transform outcomes for First Nations children with cancer A first of its kind research program at The Kids Research Institute Australia aims to develop new strategies to better treat First Nations children with cancer.

Our new research program is Closing the Gap in #cancer outcomes for First Nations kids.

On #ClosetheGapDay, we’re proud to share Dr @jessica-buck.bsky.social's work leading a community-driven, culturally safe program to improve cancer treatments and support.

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Our new research program is Closing the Gap in #cancer outcomes for First Nations kids.

On #ClosetheGapDay, we’re proud to share Dr Jessica Buck’s work leading a community-driven, culturally safe program to improve cancer treatments and support.

cancer.thekids.org.au/news-events/...