Users of this web resource are warned that it may contain images and/or references to deceased people, which could cause distress or sadness particularly for some Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The resource may also contain words and descriptions that could be culturally sensitive and which might not normally be used in public or community contexts. For example, some information may be considered appropriate for viewing only by men or only by women. The HealthInfoNet respects such culturally sensitive issues, but, for technical reasons, it has not been possible to provide materials in a way that prevents access by a person of the other gender. Users are asked to respect this cultural protocol.
The Aboriginal Health Division of the Western Australian (WA) Department of Health is working in partnership with Indigenous communities and health service providers to ensure Indigenous people receive culturally appropriate health care.
The Review of Indigenous male health is a substantial update and expansion on the previous review and can be accessed on the Indigenous men's health webpage.
The first National Male Health Policy has been developed through extensive consultation with health services, health professionals, and men themselves in 26 public forums attended by 1,300 people.
The HealthInfoNet has adopted a gecko rating system - based on its logo - because of the variability in its coverage of health and related topics of importance to Indigenous health.