«People in health might have heard much of what was discussed before, but not all the politicians and advisors necessarily have, and there's some energy just in getting everyone together,» said Jennifer Doggett, chair of
the Australian Health Care Reform Alliance (AHCRA)(and a Croakey editor).
Croakey contributor and moderator Jennifer Doggett has been appointed the new Chair of
the Australian Health Care Reform Alliance (AHCRA), saying the diversity of the coalition of peak health groups gives it the capacity to overcome sectional interests that prevent sensible reform.
The Australian Health Care Reform Alliance (AHCRA)-- an alliance of 37 member organisations — has issued a communique expressing concern over the Government's health policy direction, in particular the threat of a two - tier health system and what they say is a weakening of primary care, in the face of evidence that primary care is part of the solution not the problem.
Vanessa holds a number of current expert advisory positions that contribute to changing policies, including the National Advisory Group Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Informatics and Data,
Australian Health Care Reform Alliance, and Close the Gap.
COI declaration: Jennifer is Chair of
the Australian Health Care Reform Alliance.
The Australian Health Care Reform Alliance put the case against co-payments in a recent statement, citing the importance of a fair and equitable health system.
The Australian Health Care Reform Alliance also called on the broader community to «voice its concerns» over the rejection of the Uluru Statement, which it said was «historic in both scope and unity».
Not exact matches
Key current areas of focus for the Greens in
health include: primary
health care reform; a tax on sugary drinks;
reform of the mental
health system; and closing the gap between the
health of Indigenous and non-Indigenous
Australians.
Commonwealth leadership on
health funding
reform is critical because all
Australians depend on a well ‑ resourced public
health system, particularly if they require emergency or complex
care, and if they are unable to afford private
care.
the social inclusion performance framework developed by the COAG
Health and Ageing Working Group and the National
Health and Hospital
Reform Commission in relation to the
Australian Health Care Agreements; and
[36] National
Health and Hospital
Reform Commission, Beyond the Blame Game, Accountability and performance indicators for the next
Australian Health Care Agreements (2008) p 29.