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Aboriginal Health Books

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Aboriginal Language Books

 

 

           

 

Explore more language resources in our collection.

More resources for community languages:

Animated video resources on Healthcare Rights that have been translated into the 6 most commonly spoken Aboriginal languages in the Top End:

Aboriginal Health Journals

 

Evaluate the research with The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Quality Appraisal Tool and the Quality Appraisal Tool Companion Document, which offers guidance on how to interpret the tool when critically appraising articles. 

» Read the latest published literature by NT Health staff on Aboriginal Health on NT Health Research and Publications Online. Articles provide an insight into chronic disease, clinical practice and long term care of First Nations People in the Territory.

Key Online Resources

 

  • BushTel 
  • a central point for information about the remote communities of the Northern Territory, their people and cultural and historical influences. It aims to enhance planning and informed decision making.
  • Desert Docs Podcast
  • 15-episode podcast series providing a peek into the life of a junior doctor at Alice Springs Hospital. 
  • Hosted by resident medical officer (RMO) Dr Indira Barrow, the podcast features experts discussing a diverse range of topics relevant to Alice Springs Hospital's specialised service delivery. Available on YouTube and Spotify.
  • Provides evidence to inform practice and policy in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health.
  • Search categories for health facts, health topics, determinants, health system, population groups and locations
  • Cultural Safety for Health Professionals Portal
  • Standard treatment manual.
  • Women's business manual.
  • Remote and rural practice manual.
  • Medicines book.
  • The reference book.

  • National Community Controlled Health Organisation.
  • Advice and guidance on policy and budget.
  • Advocates community developed solutions for quality of life and health outcomes.

 
  • Population data.
  • National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Survey.
  • Housing statistics.
  • Language statistics.
  • Education statistics.
  • View data and reports relating to Aboriginal Australians.
  • Usage of Indigenous-specific primary health care services.
  • Chronic disease management indicators.
  • Data on ear and hearing health programs and oral health programs.
  • Maternal and child health indicators and much more...

  • Lowitja Institute is Australia’s national institute for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health research.
  • Search current and previous research projects.
  • Ethics information for conducting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research.

  • The national institution providing exclusive focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and heritage.

 
  • A conversation guide to help health professionals yarn about heart health
  • Shared decision making tool.
  • Reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke

 

  • Developed by NACCHO and Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet
  • An online portal with a curated collection of resources for HTLV-1
  • For health professionals, people with HTLV-1 and those in their community that support them
   

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Key Databases for Aboriginal Health

Mobile Apps

CommDoc

CommDoc is a language tool developed for GP Registrars and other health professionals working in communities across the Northern Territory, to culturally enhance interactions with Aboriginal patients.

For more information about the CommDoc app, including a list of languages covered, go to https://commdoc.racgp.org.au/

 

 

Yolnu-matha Health Dictionary

This multilingual dictionary contains clearly explained, basic information on anatomy, pathologies and procedures in Plain English, and the Yolŋu languages, Dhuwal, Dhuwala and Dhaŋu. The app is free and contains easy-to-navigate content in audio, text and picture form.

Download the app Apple, Android.