How healthy are Australians
How healthy are Australians part 2
How does Australia's healthcare system work towards achieving better health for all Australians?
How is the growing and changing use of technology and data impacting Australia's Healthcare system?
Pop Culture
100

A branch of medicine that studies the cause, distribution and determinants of disease in a population

What is epidemiology?

100

ATSI, Low SES, People in rural and remote areas. 

Who are groups experiencing health inequalities 

100

This universal Australian healthcare system ensures all citizens have access to essential medical services regardless of income.

What is medicare? 

100

This national digital system allows healthcare providers to securely share patient health information across Australia.

What is My Health Record?

100

This singer, known for hits like “Anti-Hero” and “Lavender Haze,” dominated global charts in 2023 with her album “Midnights.”

Who is Taylor Swift?

200

Coronary Heart disease, Dementia (incl Alzheimers) and Cerebrovascular Disease

What are the leading causes of death in Australia

200

lower income, higher rates or unemployment, lower educational attainment, lower life expectancy, increase prevalence of diabetes. 

Who are ATSI? 

200

These two sectors make up Australia’s healthcare system and work together to deliver health services to the population.

What are the public and private health care sectors?

200

This form of healthcare uses digital communication technologies to deliver health services remotely, improving access for rural and remote populations.

What is telehealth?

200

This streaming service, famous for shows like “Stranger Things” and “The Witcher,” has become a major player in global entertainment.

What is Netflix?
300

The number of cases of a specific disease in a population at a specific time

What is prevalence? 

300

obesity, high blood pressure, family history , age, gender, smoking, BMI, alcohol intake and nutrition. 

What are risk and protective factors for CVD

300

This government initiative reduces the cost of prescription medications, improving access and equity in healthcare.

What is the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS)?

300

The increasing use of electronic medical records and health data analytics helps improve this aspect of Australia’s healthcare system by reducing duplication of tests and improving continuity of care.

What is efficiency?  

300

This video game franchise, originally released in 2017, gained renewed popularity through creative in-game events and crossovers with pop culture icons.

What is Fortnite?

400

Analysis of Australia’s health reports shows that this group has a higher life expectancy, while cardiovascular disease and cancer remain the leading causes of mortality, and chronic conditions are the major contributors to morbidity.

Who are females?

400

behaviours that reduce the risk of illness and disease in older people 

what is healthy ageing 

400

This principle of Australia’s healthcare system focuses on fairness and equal access to health services, particularly for disadvantaged populations.

What is equity?

400

The increasing use of wearable technologies, such as fitness trackers and smartwatches, allows individuals and healthcare providers to monitor health in real time, improving this aspect of healthcare delivery.

What is quality of care (or patient monitoring)?

400

This social media platform, known for its short-form video content and viral trends, has reshaped the music and entertainment industry

What is TikTok

500

As Australia’s population ages, this combined impact is evident in health reports: increased prevalence of chronic disease, higher demand for healthcare and aged care services, and rising health expenditure.

What is increased pressure on Australia’s healthcare system?  

500

Compared with other OECD countries, Australia performs strongly in life expectancy and infant mortality, but continues to lag behind in this key health indicator when compared internationally

What are higher rates of obesity (and related chronic diseases)?

500

By combining Medicare, the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme and private health insurance, Australia’s healthcare system aims to achieve this overall outcome for the population.

What is Better health for all Australians?

500

While digital health technologies improve access, efficiency and quality of care, they also raise concerns about this critical issue that must be managed to maintain public trust in Australia’s healthcare system.

What are data security and privacy?

500

This 2023 superhero film, directed by a major Marvel director, became a box office hit and sparked fan debates about multiverse storylines and character development  

What is “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3”?

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