Closing the gap in Indigenous health inequity – Is it making a difference?

ConclusionLong‐term social change takes time, yet without the commitment of Australian Governments through effective policy and economic support, the inequity in the health of Indigenous people will continue both now and in the future. Implications for health and social policyNurses, as the largest health professional group, are uniquely placed to support and implement social change at all levels of health care (primary, secondary and tertiary) and to lobby government to amend policy alongside those who are disempowered. Implications for nursing practiceHealth promotion and education programmes that are led by nurses can make an impact to health disparities within groups who are most at risk.
Source: International Nursing Review - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Experience from the Field Source Type: research