Astha Tomar

This study explored Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients’ experiences of cultural safety in Australian hospitals, finding that access to Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officers (AHLOs) significantly enhanced their overall care experience. AHLOs serve as advocates and cultural brokers, helping Aboriginal patients to navigate racism, understand their rights, and feel more comfortable, respected, and culturally safe within the hospital system. The study underscores the critical role of culturally safe care in improving health outcomes for Aboriginal patients and demonstrates that AHLOs are essential in delivering this care. Read the full article in The Lowitja Journal: https://lnkd.in/g7HvsXsA

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The UK’s Cass Review contains “striking” internal contradictions, methodological problems and ethical flaws, according to a newly published academic article in The Medical Journal of Australia. The article - authored by multiple clinicians and researchers - found that Australia’s healthcare for trans young people and those questioning their gender is recognised internationally as best practice. The Cass Review has been criticised globally, so this new research offers a fresh perspective of how Australia's holistic model for gender affirming care supports young people and their families to navigate their gender journey.

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The new Aged Care Act 2024 (new Act) introduces ‘associated providers’ to improve transparency in aged care. Our latest Regulatory Bulletin provides clarity for providers on how the Commission will regulate the associated provider requirements under the new Act.  The Regulatory Bulletin covers:  🔹who is an associated provider  🔹who is not an associated provider  🔹providers' requirements when using associated providers, including reporting requirements  🔹requirements on associated providers. For more information read our latest Regulatory Bulletin: https://lnkd.in/g8tjS2x5 Further guidance on associated providers is available on our website: https://lnkd.in/g7Nyzn7f #ACQSC #AgedCare #NewAgedCareAct2024 #RegulatoryBulletin #AssociatedProvider  

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Now in its second year, the Council for Connected Care continues to provide strategic advice on connecting care across Australia’s health system. The 2024–2025 Annual Review outlines 15 completed actions, including: 🔹 Passage of the Sharing by Default law (12 February), mandating the sharing of health information to My Health Record 🔹 National rollout of Provider Connect Australia 🔹 Publication of educational resources to support the adoption of healthcare identifiers These initiatives reflect ongoing collaboration across jurisdictions and sectors to strengthen digital infrastructure and improve continuity of care. Read the full Council for Connected Care Annual Review: https://lnkd.in/e5BDhWgs

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