Chronic conditions | Australian Government Department of
Chronic conditions are the leading cause of illness, disability and death in Australia. Common chronic conditions include cancer, heart disease and diabetes. Find out what we''re
Chronic conditions are the leading cause of illness, disability and death in Australia. Common chronic conditions include cancer, heart disease and diabetes. Find out what we''re
Neurological conditions affect the nervous system. They can have a big impact on quality of life. Find out what we''re doing to help Australians living with conditions such as
What we''re doing about chronic conditions We develop policies and programs to support the prevention, management and treatment of chronic conditions. We also support research that
Chronic conditions affect many Australians, who then need to use our health care system more often. Discover some facts and figures about chronic conditions in Australia.
Some people are at higher risk of getting COVID-19, or of getting severe illness, getting long COVID or dying from COVID-19. If you are at high risk, you should take extra
About chronic conditions Many Australians live with chronic conditions, which can cause illness, disability and even death. Find out what chronic conditions are and where to find
Managing chronic conditions You can take an active role in managing your chronic condition. Reducing risk factors can help prevent some conditions. You can work with your GP and
Mental health conditions like depression and anxiety occur in 30-50% of pregnancies, affecting around 1 in 5 people during pregnancy or in the first year after giving
The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has released the Patient-Reported Indicator Surveys (PaRIS) Australian National Report 2025. The report
Background The increasing burden of chronic conditions is recognised as a global health issue that requires targeted action. Chronic conditions are currently the leading cause
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