There’s more to life than money, and NZ Treasury has the charts to prove it
The NZ Treasury continues to refine its four-dimensional foray into the measurement of national wellbeing with a new online Living Standards Framework Dashboard. Read More
Health
New models key to getting better access to new pan tumour drugs
Governments and clinicians should leverage the availability of data and the international experience to improve the speed and equity of patients’ access to treatment. Read More
Tom Burton: government is about to change, big time
The new digital strategy promises to cut through a century of federalism gridlock, offering to overhaul a suite of complex multi-jurisdictional life events that could fuel major economy-wide changes across the many domains governments operate in. Read More
Australia poised for global success in regenerative medicine
Australia has all the elements needed to be a global leader in regenerative medicine, translating our research into valuable in-demand products and boosting economic growth, argues Dr Dan Grant. Read More
How do you define healthy in kids?
When you have a blood test, your results are compared to what’s considered ‘normal’ in order to work out suitable treatment, but this vital step is missing in diagnosing children. University of Melbourne's Associate Professor Vera Ignjatovic and Xavier Busuttil-Crellin explain their research aimed at understanding how to prevent, diagnose and treat disease in children. Read More
Using technology to alleviate pressure on our healthcare system
As we rely more on technology in healthcare, it’s vital that we maintain security and resilience at the heart of everything that develops in a digital sense. Read More
Inquiring into mental health
October has shone a spotlight on mental health at both the state and national level. First, the federal government announced a Productivity Commission inquiry into the role of mental health in the Australian economy and the best ways to support national mental wellbeing. A fortnight later, the Victorian Premier promised a royal commission into mental health if re-elected. Read More
One in four Australians are lonely, which affects their physical and mental health
We found nearly 55% of the population feel they lack companionship at least sometime. Lonely Australians, when compared with their less lonely counterparts, reported higher social anxiety and depression, poorer psychological health and quality of life, and fewer meaningful relationships and social interactions. Read More
A case of policy envy: why a new living longer strategy has health experts excited
Despite Australia setting targets and indicators for a range of chronic disease risk factors, measured in Australia’s Health Tracker, we continue to struggle in asking any Australian government to commit to any measurable target. Read More
Why greater investment in palliative care could lead to economic benefits
The potential savings on medical costs could make a big difference for relieving pressure on Australia’s health systems and residential facilities, says Ben O’Mara. Read More
Jane Halton challenged over ethics of taking post-APS role with casino
Jane Halton is back in the news today for comments about the relative impact of smoking and gambling. Read More
How can Australia usher in the new wave of immunotherapy cancer treatments?
A new wave of immunotherapy cancer treatments are on our doorstep. And they have the potential to revolutionise the way we treat cancer. Read More
After the royal commission, how will the aged care industry respond?
The recently announced Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety will bring into the stark light of day the systemic failures by parts of the sector to provide some of our most vulnerable citizens with even the most basic level of adequate care. Read More
What government interventions work to support carers of people with dementia?
The Productivity Commission today released its latest 'what works' paper on dementia carer support. However, the answer appears to be: probably nothing, with an asterisk. Read More
Using AI to support better government decision making – the right way
The wealth of data available to government today can be overwhelming. But is it useful? And if so, how do you generate useful analytic insights to support decision making? Read More