Older Indigenous Australians avoid mainstream health and aged-care services, NeuRA study finds
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Indigenous elder Kerrie Burnet accesses health services through Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.
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Research has found the majority of elderly Aboriginal Australians are avoiding mainstream healthcare services
Neuroscience Research Australia has found 64 per cent of Aboriginal Australians aged over 60 only access health and aged care from Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations
The study found Aboriginal Australians avoid mainstream services because of cultural barriers and previous experiences with discrimination
The Indigenous woman from the Yuin Nation said she was asked loudly by a receptionist for a payment of more than $300 for the consultation.