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Aboriginal Health UnitWhile the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) people remains substantially poorer than that of Australians as a whole, prevention and early intervention strategies are an important part of the Hospital's Aboriginal Health Strategy. The Aboriginal Health Unit has developed partnerships with other health providers and is an advocate for Aboriginal Health in South Australia. A small team of Aboriginal Liaison Officers visits all Aboriginal inpatients with the aim of ensuring their medical, practical and cultural needs are met while at the WCH. The Unit also offers a place for Aboriginal people to gather whilst visiting the WCH and staff of the Unit act as a cultural broker to staff of the WCH. The WCH has established an Aboriginal Health Action and Advisory Group to support initiatives that:
The Child, Youth and Women's Health Service Board has established an Aboriginal Health Advisory Sub-Committee to:
How to access the serviceReferrals can be made to the Aboriginal Health Service by:
Information for FamiliesStaff of the Aboriginal Health Unit can assist with ATSI patients and families with
Hours8.30am - 4.30pm weekdays Emergency after hours assistance is available. Contact InformationUnit Head
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Phone/Fax/EmailPh (08) 8161 7036 or (08) 8161 6237, pager 18130
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