Summary of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health status - selected topics 2020

The Summary of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health status - selected topics 2020 is a useful source of the most recent national information for health workers and those studying in the field. It provides general information regarding the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across the following topics: social and cultural determinants births and deaths hospitalisations chronic conditions (including CVD, cancer, diabetes and kidney health) sexually transmitted infections environmental health social and emotional wellbeing alcohol and other drug use. The Summary is based on the Overview of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health status 2020 and has been prepared by the Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet as part of its effort to help \u27close the gap\u27 by providing the evidence base to inform practice and policy in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health. It presents statistical information from the Overview in plain language and in a visual format that is quick and easy for users to digest..