Arthritis & musculoskeletal conditions

Building Healthy Public Policy

Identifying the impact of policies on health

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By Identifying the impact of policies they aim to ensure quality of life is maintained for people with arthritis and musculosketal conditions, and that treatment exists for all who require it.

Influencing policy

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Creation of a national action plan to guide policy has been created. This is to try and ensure that policies created are in the best interest of this group and aims to maintain quality of life for people suffering from these conditions.

Deciding where to spend the money

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Money is spent to assist people with arthritis and musculoskeltal conditions in areas such as - Pharmaceutical Benfits scheme - to reduce the cost of medication and make it more accessible to all.- Arthritis Australia - Foundation that develops initiatives and supports people with arthritis.

Creating Supportive Environments

Identifying personal support networks & community services

Identifying sociocultural, physical, political, & economic influences on health

Reorienting Health Services

Identifying the range of services available

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Services available include *General Practise Doctors for diagnosis and early treatment.

Gaining access to services

Developing Personal Skills

Modifying personal behaviours

Gaining access to information and support

Strengthening Community Action

Empowering communities to take action