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Building a career structure for students in Aboriginal health as well as assisting communities to address health issues in Ontario, Canada.
http://www.ihrdp.ca/
Presents a list of publications to download.
http://www.health.gov.au/interne...ent/health-oatsih-pubs-index.htm
Prepared by National Drug Strategy to co-ordinate efforts to reduce drug-related harm. PDF documents of all components of the Plan can be downloaded at no cost.
http://www.nationaldrugstrategy.gov.au/pdf/indigenous.htm
A report by the Australian National Council on Drugs. Includes information regarding drug and alcohol use amongst Indigenous Australians, as well as the availability of specific services.
http://www.ancd.org.au/publications/pdf/cape_york_report.pdf
Published by the National Drug Research Institute. Details the prison-based and community-based programmes, with an historical overview of previous interventions.
http://www.ancd.org.au/publications/pdf/rp4_indigenous_drug.pdf
A submission by the Alcohol and Other Drugs Council of Australia concerning the draft Strategy. Expresses concerns that the proposals do not place sufficient priority on addressing substance misuse, and suggests amendments.
http://www.adca.org.au/policy/su...nderhealthstrategysubmission.pdf
A response by the Queensland Government to the Cape York Justice Study, which examined the effects of alcohol on the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Includes background details and a summary of the recommendations.
http://www.mcmc.qld.gov.au/pdf/justice_study_response.pdf
Provides information on cultural activities which may provide opportunities for health promotion in remote areas, with suggestions for involving schools and community groups.
http://www.health.qld.gov.au/atods/documents/19482.pdf
National publication written by indigenous health workers. Includes table of contents and subscription details.
http://www.aihwj.com.au/
An article from the Northern Rivers Aboriginal Health Service lists ways in which culture and beliefs can affect healthcare delivery.
http://www.medicineau.net.au/clinical/abhealth/strategies.html
A student society at the University of Queensland which tries to increase cultural awareness among indigenous and non-indigenous students and professionals in medicine and allied health. Aims, objectives and contact details.
http://members.tripod.com/~CWhitney/INDIGENO.HTM
Provides mental health clinics and assessments for indigenous clients, as well as training for both indigenous and non-indigenous people.
http://www.gtp.com.au/gtp/ips/homePage.jsp?owner=ips