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Provision of Health Services in the Kimberley Region of Western Australia

Estimates and Financial Operations Committee (1989 - 2001)· 12 December 2000general_report

A WA parliamentary committee report highlights the poor health of Aboriginal people in the Kimberley and the need for better use of Aboriginal Health Workers (AHWs). It recommends increasing the number of AHWs, standardizing their training, and improving their working conditions to enhance community-based preventative health services. The report also suggests amending regulations to allow senior AHWs to administer certain medications in emergencies.

Impact

Aboriginal communities in the Kimberley will benefit from improved access to culturally appropriate healthcare. AHWs will have better career prospects and be able to provide more effective services. The WA Health Department will need to invest in training and support for AHWs.

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