Our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Hosptial Liaison Officers act as a cultural link between health professionals, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, and their families.
They can help break down communication barriers so that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and their families can better understand their hospitalisation and treatment.
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We offer the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community services across our hospitals, various community health centres, residential care facilities, and mobile and outreach teams.
Our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Service team provides care, programs and cultural support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples accessing our services.
We work closely with our Gold Coast Health colleagues to provide culturally safe services, clinics, promotion and education.
We aim to close the health equity gap by:
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By getting vaccinated you will not only be protecting yourself from the virus, but also your family and our community. For more information, have a yarn to a health professional or contact your local GP or clinic.
Where can I get vaccinated?
The vaccines are available at:
Your health is important to you and your family, and it's also important to us.
We're committed to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by providing visible, culturally safe and capable care. Read our .
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