Health priorities

We operate across the state, improving access to health care, helping those most at risk of poor health outcomes to be cared for closer to home.

Together with our partners, WA Primary Health Alliance is working to shape, strengthen and sustain a health system that works for people by identifying and addressing gaps and tackling inequity. In doing this, we are focusing on the below priority areas, as guided by the Australian Government. 

These priorities address the unacceptable difference in the health status of Western Australians. Aboriginal people, multicultural communities, LGBTIQA+ communities, people experiencing socioeconomic disadvantage, and those with limited access to health care may experience poorer health outcomes and mortality rates than the rest of the WA population. Our work is designed to address those gaps and support better health for all.

Health of Aboriginal people

Improving the health of Aboriginal Western Australians is a critical concern for WA Primary Health Alliance.

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Care of older people

We are working to increase connectedness of older Western Australians, including facilitating access to primary care and social connection.

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Alcohol and other drugs

Alcohol, tobacco and other drugs have a growing impact on physical, mental and emotional health.

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Digital health

Technology is streamlining our healthcare systems, aiding patient care and ensuring better-informed treatment decisions.

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Health workforce

Through our partnerships, we are developing innovative solutions to WA’s workforce challenges.

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Mental health

Mental ill health is one of the biggest health issues for Western Australians behind cancer and cardiovascular diseases.

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Suicide prevention

 

Chronic conditions

The health system needs to be better at improving care coordination for people with complex chronic disease.

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Health of people from LGBTIQA+ & multicultural communities

We are committed to creating safe and inclusive health care for all.

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Our programs

We invest in community-based primary health care programs across our priority areas. These are located across the state and offer support to individuals, carers and families.
Find out about our awarded contracts

For referral information, visit Clinician Assist WA.

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