High stress burden takes toll on Aboriginal children
A landmark new report on the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal children
Children the key to breaking the cycle of disadvantage
A national strategy that focuses on early child development is the key to breaking the cycle of Aboriginal poor health and disadvantage.
Disadvantage begins in the womb
Aboriginal children are faced with significant impediments to their chances of a healthy life even before they are born.
Social disadvantage underpins children's poor health
The impact of death, separation and divorce is having a profound impact on the lives of Aboriginal children.
Infections leave life-long scars
High rates of recurrent infection are a major risk to the health of Aboriginal children and are comparable to those of third world countries.