Primary Health Care Welcome to the HealthInfoNet section about primary health care among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. It includes a collection of publications, resources, programs and organisations relating to all aspects of primary health care. What is primary health care? Primary health care is the ‘frontline’ of the health care system in Australia. It is generally the first ‘layer’ of health care services that individuals, families and the community encounter that usually provide comprehensive and continuous care. Primary health care includes general practitioners (GPs), Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners, nurses, allied health professionals, midwives, pharmacists and dentists. The services provided as part of primary health care are broad, and include health promotion and education, prevention and screening, early intervention, treatment and management. Key resources calculating...Publicationscalculating...Policiescalculating...Resources Like to see more? The funds provided by the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care enable good coverage of many areas, particularly those within the direct responsibility of the health system. However there are other health topics which require additional funding. We seek your assistance to fund this topic to support us in helping to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Learn more about funding opportunities Artwork Untitled by Donna Rioli Learn the story of the artwork
