Are you and your kids fully immunised? It’s easy to lose track of all the jabs you’re supposed to get so here’s a full list of all the immunisations recommended for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, adolescents and adults. Benefits of Immunisation While you may not look forward to having a jab, it’s…
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Chronic kidney disease is a big problem in Aboriginal communities. You probably know at least one person with chronic kidney disease and maybe many more. Where Are My Kidneys and What Do They Do? Try putting your hands above the back pocket of your jeans — your kidneys are underneath this area. There’s one…
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Maybe someone you love has been acting differently lately. Perhaps your mate seems depressed or your partner has become anxious about many things. You know them well enough to tell there’s something wrong. So how can you support someone dealing with mental health problems? Understand the Symptoms People with depression might: Seem sad or…
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Breast Cancer It has been reported that in 2019 alone, 19,535 new cases of breast cancer have been diagnosed. Primarily affecting women, although men aren’t exempt, breast cancer is the second-most common type of cancer in the country. Given that prevention is possible, and that early diagnosis can increase life expectancy, access to information on…
DetailsWhat is CRAICCHS? The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare shows that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders face extreme challenges which contribute to poor health and other multiple complex problems including chronic diseases. One of the significant factors that contribute to this health gap is poor access to effective and timely health services.* In light…
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If you’ve been feeling down lately – or someone close to you hasn’t seemed like their usual self – its important to know there are options available. Depression is a very common condition. In fact, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People experience poorer social and emotional wellbeing outcomes than non-Indigenous Australians. For instance, among Indigenous…
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Every day, almost 300 Australians develop diabetes. However, research shows many Australians believe they have a lower risk of developing Diabetes than they actually do. If you are among the those who have developed Diabetes, our doctors, allied health professionals and diabetes educator are here to support you. Characterised by high blood glucose levels diabetes…
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Motherhood comes with a lot of joy, at CRAICCHS we offer a range of services to help you prepare for your pregnancy, birth and beyond. Once you find out you are pregnant it is essential to review your health and make lifestyle changes that will positively affect you and your baby. Antenatal visits are a…
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Looking after your health is one of the most important things you can do, regular check-ups with a healthcare professional grow increasingly important as you get older. This is especially true if you have a family history of health problems. The goal of regular health examinations and screenings is to identify problems at an early…
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