A clear view: improving Indigenous eye health [DVD] (2011)

Description

This documentary is part of the Improving Indigenous eye health project by the Rural Health Education Foundation. The program discusses different eye health diseases as well as the continuum of eye care that includes prevention, early detection, treatment and rehabilitation. Specific models of care are featured in case studies.

The documentary was first broadcast on the foundation's satellite network on Tuesday 26 July 2011 and is now available as a DVD resource. It is accredited for continuing professional development (CPD)/continuing professional education (CPE) by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine, the Royal College of Nursing Australia and the Australian Physiotherapy Association and Optometrists Association Australia.

Abstract adapted from Rural Health Education Foundation

Contact details

Rural Health Education Foundation
38 Thesiger Court
Deakin ACT 2600
PO Box 324
Curtin ACT 2605
Ph: (02) 6232 5480
Fax: (02) 6232 5484
Email: rhef@rhef.com.au

Links

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• View website: Rural Health Education Foundation

Related program(s)

• Indigenous eye health project

  The Indigenous eye health project aimed to improve the eye health of Indigenous Australians by raising awareness of major eye health issues, such as trachoma and diabetic retinopathy, in the community.

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