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News and events
The latest news and events from the Poche Centre for Indigenous Health
We host regular events throughout the year including Journal Club, Yarning Circles, symposiums and seminars. We also regularly publish news about the latest research in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
News
18 November 2022
Strengthening systems for health equity with VR
Emma Walke and her team are translating the experiences of the rural and remote communities into a virtual reality training tool.
17 November 2022
Healing Holistically – Healthy Country and Community
Matthews’ work focuses on improving holistic health care systems, the model of comprehensive care embodied by community-controlled primary health services that care for body, mind and spirit for first nations patients.
04 November 2022
Better services for alcohol and other drugs
Over 65% of people entering prison report risky alcohol or other drug use. Dr Michael Doyle's research considers whether more effective alcohol and other drug treatment could lead to improved health and reduce the likelihood of recidivism.
28 October 2022
Measuring wellbeing for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders
To discover what is most important to First Nations People, Associate Professor Michelle Dickson undertook research with 364 people across 20 Australian study sites.
